In what way does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Spondon? Is this really warranted?

Spondon conveyancing solicitors as well as nationwide property practitioners throughout the UK have a duty under Anti-terror and anti-money-laundering rules to verify the identity of any client in order to ensure that clients are who they say they are.

Conveyancing clients will need to disclose two forms of certified ID; proof of identity (usually a Passport or Driving Licence) and proof of address (usually a Utility Bill no more than three months).

Proof of source of monies is also required in accordance with the money laundering regulations as lawyers are mandated to ensure that the monies you are utilising to purchase a property (be it the exchange deposit or the total purchase monies if you are buying mortgage free) has come from a reputable source (such as an inheritance) and is not the proceeds of illegitimate behaviour.

Having invested time looking at online forums for an affordable lawyer in Spondon, many say that I must instruct a CQS accredited lawyer. Can you explain what CQS is?

The Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) provides a kitemark for residential conveyancing practices issued by the Law Society. Membership achievement establishes a level of credibility for member firms with stakeholders (regulators, lenders, insurers and consumers) based upon: * the integrity of the senior responsible officer and other key conveyancing staff * the firm's adherence to good practice management standards * compliance with prudent and efficient conveyancing processes via the scheme protocol It covers many firms who conduct conveyancing in Spondon.

About to purchase a new build apartment in Spondon. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build conveyancing.

Here is a sample of a few leasehold new build enquiries that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Spondon

The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? Please supply a car parking plan. Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier? Please supply evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry.

Taking into account that I am about to spend 450k on a property in Spondon I wish to have a conversation with the solicitor about mytransaction before giving the go ahead to the firm. Is this something that you can arrange?

This is something that we recommend - it is our preference to talk to you we do not take any clients on without you liaising with the conveyancer who will be carrying out your conveyancing in Spondon.There is no ‘factory style conveyancing’ - each client is unique individual, not a file reference. The solicitors that we put you in touch with believe that the figure you are quoted for your conveyancing in Spondon should be the amount on the final invoice that you are charged.

Why do Spondon conveyancing charges are higher for leasehold and freehold properties?

Inevitably there is more work required for leasehold conveyancing. Spondon has many leasehold properties. There is more hours involved in the purchase: for example, the lease and leasehold information (including up to date service charge, ground rent and buildings insurance details) obtained from the freeholder or managing agents. There are strict criteria that the lease must meet in order to be acceptable to a mortgage company. If it does not meet these requirements, the lease must be amended, which can involve additional expense for the seller.