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Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Whitchurch

Souldretaining a Whitchurch conveyancing practitioner make my purchase more efficient?

Established third party relationships are another important factor to consider when choosing conveyancing lawyers. Whitchurch law firms benefit from connections with financial advisers and agents, local authorities, surveyors and other law firms meaning the whole process is going to be much smoother for you. Hosting specialist intelligence of the local area is also a plus .

What is the difference between a licensed conveyancer and conveyancing solicitor in Whitchurch

There are many recorded licenced Conveyancers in Whitchurch and Solicitor practices in Whitchurch offering conveyancing We would stress that both are regulated professionals specialising in the legal work in the home buying process. Both can conduct associated property related work such as remortgage conveyancing, enfranchisement and transfer of equity conveyancing.

I happen to be the only beneficiary of my late father’s will and I have everything in my name alone, including the house in Whitchurch. Conveyancing formalities meant that the Land Registry date was in August. I now wish to sell up. I understand that there is a Mortgage Lenders 6 month 'rule', meaning my proprietorship will be considered the same way as if I'd bought the property in August. Do I have to wait 6 months to sell?

The CML handbook requires conveyancers to: "report to us immediately if the owner or registered proprietor has been registered for less than six months." Technically you may be caught by that. Most banks would take a practical view as this obligation chiefly exists to pick up on the purchase and immediately sell or the wholesaling and assigning of property.

How can we tell if a Whitchurch conveyancing solicitor on the UBS panel is any good?

When it comes to conveyancing in Whitchurch getting recommendations is a good starting point. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one which is cheap as chips. We would always advise that you speak with the lawyer handling your conveyancing.

Various internet forums that I have come across warn that are the number one reason for hinderance in Whitchurch conveyancing transactions. Is this right?

The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) published determinations of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not feature within the top 10 causes of delays during the legal transfer of property. Searches are not likely to be the root cause of delay in conveyancing in Whitchurch.

Due to the input of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Whitchurch prior to retaining lawyers. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold element to the house. The surveyor has said that some banks tend not issue a loan on a flying freehold home.

It depends who your proposed lender is. Bank of Scotland has different instructions for example to Birmingham Midshires. Should you wish to call us we can investigate further via the relevant bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Whitchurch. Conveyancing can be more complicated and therefore you should check with your conveyancing solicitor in Whitchurch to see if the conveyancing costs will increase in light of this.

Been looking for a lawyer for leasehold sale conveyancing in Whitchurch. I'm selling, uncomplicated no mortgage to discharge, no rush, currently empty. Had a quote from a conveyancing practitioner for £1000 plus VAT which is a little high considering its so straightforward. Is it possible to find less expensive fees for conveyancing in Whitchurch?

As it’s a sale only, £425 + VAT is likely to be about the best for sale conveyancing in Whitchurch.

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