I am hoping to receive a mortgage offer from Halifax. I intend to employ the services of a Licensed Conveyancer in Amersham. Does the Halifax Solicitor panel include conveyancers regulated by the CLC?
The Halifax approved solicitor list is, like many other lenders, represented by the Council or Mortgage Lenders or BSA, open to Licensed Conveyancers regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
Can the conveyancing practitioners listed on your site carry out auction conveyancing in Amersham?
There are a number of auction solicitors we can put you in touch with those specialising in auction conveyancing. Amersham is just one of hundreds of locations in which our lawyers have a presence.
When scouring mumsnet.com for a recommended lawyer in Amersham, many say that I must look for a CQS assured lawyer. Can you explain what CQS is?
Amersham Conveyancing Quality Scheme solicitors have obtained accreditation under the Law Society's Scheme (CQS) The Law Society introduced CQS to establish evidence of quality standards in the home moving process. CQS helps buyers and sellers to identify solicitor firms that provide a quality residential conveyancing. Amersham is one of locations in England and Wales in which accredited firms have a presence. The scheme requires practices to undergo a strict assessment, compulsory training, self-reporting, spot checks and annual reviews in order to maintain CQS status. It is available to solicitors and not licensed conveyancers and has the support of the Legal Ombudsman.
My cousin has encouraged me to instruct his lawyers for conveyancing in Amersham. Should I find my own property lawyer?
No doubt it’s preferable to choose a conveyancing solicitor is to have feedback from friends or family who have previously instructed the solicitor you're contemplating using.
My husband and I plan to purchase our 1st property in Amersham. Conveyancing lawyer already selected. The financial consultant pointed out that a survey is not necessary as the house is just 20 yrs old.
At the very least you should order a Home Buyer's Report. Given the property is over 10 years old the property will not come with a warranty, so you don't want to take a risk. For a property that age with no signs of defects a Home Buyer's report may be enough. They will highlight any apparent issues and suggest additional investigation if relevant. If there are any signs of material issues obtain a comprehensive structural survey.