We are purchasing a flat and require a conveyancing solicitor in Twyford who is on the approved panel. Could you point me in the right direction as regards a conveyancing firm?

Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for . We don't recommend any particular firms conducting conveyancing in Twyford.

My property lawyer in Twyford is not listed on the Conveyancing Panel. Can I still retain my family solicitor even though they are not on the approved list?

The limited options available to you here include:

1. Carry on with your preferred Twyford lawyers but will need to use a lawyer on their list of acceptable firms. This will result in additional overall conveyancing charges as well as result in delays.
2. Get a new solicitor to to deal with the conveyancing, obviously checking they are on the panel

How does conveyancing in Twyford differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build premises in Twyford approach us having been asked by the seller to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is built. This is because house builders in Twyford usually buy the real estate, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct conveyancing solicitors as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are accustomed to new build conveyancing in Twyford or who has acted in the same development.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I put an offer in a fortnight ago in what was supposed to be a straight forward, chain free conveyancing. Twyford is where the house is located. Is there any advice you can give?

Flying freeholds in Twyford are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Twyford you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds very carefully. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Twyford may determine that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold residence.

Twyford Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Sample of Queries before buying

Does the lease contain onerous restrictions? Is anyone aware of any major works in the planning that will increase the maintenance charges? How is the lease structured?