My brother and I have lately acquired a house in Bradley Stoke. We have noticed several problems with the house which we consider were omitted in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? What searches should? have been conducted for conveyancing in Bradley Stoke?

The question is vague as what problems have arisen and if they are unique to conveyancing in Bradley Stoke. Conveyancing searches and due diligence undertaken during the legal transfer of property are supposed to help avoid problems. As part of the legal transfer of property, the vendor completes a questionnaire called a Seller’s Property Information Form. If the information is incorrect, then you may have a claim against the seller 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 Bradley Stoke.

What does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Bradley Stoke? Why is this being asked of me?

Bradley Stoke conveyancing solicitors and indeed property practitioners throughout the UK have a duty under Anti-terror and anti-money-laundering rules to verify the identity of any client with a view to ensure that clients are who they say they are.

Conveyancing clients are required to provide two forms of certified identification; proof of identity (usually a Passport or Driving Licence) and evidence of address (typically a Utility Bill no older than three months).

Proof of source of funds is also necessary under the money laundering regulations as solicitors are duty bound to investigate that the monies you are utilising to purchase a property (whether it be the deposit for exchange or the full purchase monies where you are a cash purchaser) has originated from legitimate source (such as an inheritance) and is not the proceeds of illegitimate behaviour.

Is there a search tool that I can use to investigate if the solicitor conducting my conveyancing in Bradley Stoke is on the mortgage lender’sapproved panel? I am looking to avoid the situation of having one lawyer for me and one for Accord Mortgages Ltd thus spending £192.00 in further conveyancing fees.

Please do take advantage of the find a lender approved solicitor tool on this web page. Pick the lender and type ‘Bradley Stoke’ or your location and you will see numerous solicitors offices in Bradley Stoke or by proximity to you.

The deeds to our home are lost. The lawyers who conducted the conveyancing in Bradley Stoke 5 years ago are no longer around. Will I be able to sell the house?

These day there are duplicates made of almost everything, and your lawyer will know exactly where to locate all the appropriate documentation so you may buy or dispose of your property without any difficulty. Where duplicates can’t be located, your solicitor may be able to put in place insurance or indemnities against possible claims on the property.

I am looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Bradley Stoke for my home move. Is it possible to see a solicitor's complaints history with the profession’s regulator?

One can see published Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations arising from investigations started on or after 1 January 2008. Visit Check a solicitor's record. To find details about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a firm's record, call 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. For non-uk callers, dial +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA may monitor telephone calls for training reasons.