Our lender has suggested solicitors on their panel based in Wallington but I would rather choose a conveyancing lawyer in Wallington round the corner to me. Are you able to assist?
Not all Wallington conveyancing solicitors are listed all banks conveyancing panel. Use the above find an approved solicitor tool to locate a Wallington conveyancing firm on the on the mortgage company panel.
My wife and I are buying a apartment in Wallington. It might be a silly question but how we can trust a solicitor? At some point we will need to deposit funds into their account. What is the protection we have from them run away with our money?
Be assured that all money in a Solicitors client account is 100% safe, and even if your Solicitor ran off with it, the Law Society would reimburse you fully.
Are all Wallington Conveyancing Quality Solicitors on the RBS conveyancing panel?
Some major banks and building societies now make use of CQS as the starting point for Panel approval such as HSBC and Santander. The Law Society’s CQS accreditation however gives no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. That being said,the CML have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for firms wishing to remain on their approved list of firms.
I have decided to exercise my right to buy my property in Wallington off the council. I have a mortgage offer with RBS. Conveyancing is not something I have any knowledge of. Can I proceed without a solicitor easily? I think we can but we keep being told I should have one. Any advice?
It is not advisable to proceed with a house purchase without a solicitor. The council's solicitor are not acting for you. You need a solicitor for a number reasons. One of which is to verify what plans the Council have for repairs and refurbishment for the next five years. Many leaseholders have been stung for contributions of thousands of pounds. In any event, if you are getting a mortgage with RBS, you will need to appoint a solicitor on the RBS conveyancing panel.
I have been told that property searches are a common reason for stalling in Wallington house deals. Is that correct?
The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) published findings of a review by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not feature amongst the top 10 causes of delays during the legal transfer of property. Local searches are unlikely to feature in any holding up conveyancing in Wallington.
How does conveyancing in Wallington differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build residence in Wallington approach us having been asked by the builder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is ready to move into. This is because developers in Wallington tend to purchase the land, 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 property lawyers 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 Wallington or who has acted in the same development.
I am looking for a conveyancing practitioner in Wallington for my remortgage. Is it possible to review a solicitor's record with the legal regulator?
One may search for presented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations arising from inquisitions started on or after 1 January 2008. Go to Check a solicitor's record. For records about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a solicitors history, ring 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. International callers, use +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA may recorded telephone calls for training requirements.