What does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Stoke Poges? Why is this being asked of me?
To satisfy the Money Laundering Regulations any Stoke Poges conveyancing firm will require evidence of your identity in all conveyancing matters. This is usually satisfied by provision of a passport and an original bank statement or utility bill showing where you reside.
Under Money Laundering Regulations, conveyancing solicitors are obliged by law to ascertain not simply the ID of conveyancing clients but also the origin of fund that they receive in respect of any matter. Refusal to disclose this will lead to your lawyer cancelling their relationship with you, as clearly this will cause a conflict between the set Regulations and a refusal to disclose.
Your conveyancers are duty bound to make a disclosure to the relevant authorities should they believe that any monies received by them may contravene the Money Laundering Regulations.
I require expedited conveyancing in Stoke Poges as I am under a deadline to sign on the dotted line within 3 weeks. Fortunately I do not need a mortgage. Can I escape the need for conveyancing searches to save money and time?
As you are are a cash buyer you are at liberty not to do searches although no law firm would advise that you don't. Drawing on our experience of conveyancing in Stoke Poges the following are instances of issues that can crop up and therefore impact the marketability of the property: Enforcement Notices, Overdue Charges, Outstanding Grants, Road Schemes,...
I opted to have a survey carried out on a property in Stoke Poges in advance of instructing lawyers. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold aspect to the property. Our surveyor advised that some lenders tend refuse to grant a mortgage on a flying freehold premises.
It depends who your proposed lender is. Santander has different requirements from Nationwide. Should you wish to call us we can look into this further via the appropriate mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Stoke Poges. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Stoke Poges especially if they regularly deal with such properties in Stoke Poges.
I am selling my home. My past conveyancers have shut. I am in need of a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. I happen to live in Stoke Poges if that affects matters.
You should use our search tool to help you choose a solicitor for your conveyancing in Stoke Poges. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with lender approved solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move runs smoothly.
My step-father has encouraged me to instruct his lawyers for conveyancing in Stoke Poges. Should I use them?
No doubt it’s preferable to choose a conveyancing practitioner is to get feedback from friends or family who have experience in using the firm that you are considering.