Last October we completed a house move in Basingstoke. We have noticed several issues with the property which we consider were overlooked in the conveyancing searches. Is there anything we can do? What searches should? have been ordered for conveyancing in Basingstoke?
The query is vague as to the nature of the problems and if they are unique to conveyancing in Basingstoke. Conveyancing searches and due diligence undertaken as part of the buying process are carried out to help avoid problems. As part of the legal transfer of property, a seller completes a document known as a SPIF. If the information ends up being misleading, you may have a misrepresentation claim against the owner for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Basingstoke.
My apartment in Basingstoke is up for sale and I have a buyer. Will my property lawyer have to be required to be on the Clydesdale conveyancing panel in order to deal with repayment of my mortgage?
Ordinarily, even if your lawyer is not on the Clydesdale conveyancing panel they can still act for you on your sale. It might be that the lender will not release the original deeds (if applicable and increasingly irrelevant) until after the mortgage is paid off. You should speak to your lawyer directly before you start the process though to ensure that there is no problem as lenders are changing their panel criteria fairly frequently currently.
Will commercial conveyancing searches reveal planned roadworks that could affect a commercial site in Basingstoke?
Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in Basingstoke will conduct a SiteSolutions Highways report as it dramatically cuts the time that conveyancers spend in sourcing accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Basingstoke. The search result sets out definitive information on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in Basingstoke.
For each commercial conveyancing transaction in Basingstoke it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. Failure to identify developments where adoption procedures have not been addressed adequately may result in delays to Basingstoke commercial conveyancing deals as well as present a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not conducted for domestic conveyancing in Basingstoke.
Despite weeks of looking the Title Certificate and documents to my house can not be found. The solicitors who handled the conveyancing in Basingstoke 4 years ago have long since closed. What are my options?
These day there are duplicates made of almost everything, and your conveyancer should know exactly where to look for all the appropriate paperwork so you can buy or dispose of your house without a hitch. If duplicates are not available, your lawyer can arrange cover in the form of insurance or indemnities against possible claims on the premises.
How easy is it to change a solicitor as I need to find a Basingstoke based one who is on the mortgage company conveyancing panel. Is it practical to instruct different lawyers?
If you haven't yet instructed a solicitor to do anything for you and have just received quotes, you're perfectly free to choose a different solicitor to carry out your work for you. The best way is to get recommendations from friends or family who have actually used the solicitor or conveyancer in Basingstoke that you're considering.