My husband and I are hoping to acquire a 3 bedroom apartment in Brockenhurst with a mortgage. We like our Brockenhurst solicitor, however the lender advise he's not on their "panel". It appears that we have no choice but to instruct one of the lender panel firms or keep our Brockenhurst conveyancing practitioner and pay for one of their panel firms to represent them. We consider that this is inequitable; can we not require that the mortgage company use our Brockenhurst property lawyer ?
Unfortunately,no. Your mortgage offer is subject to its terms and conditions, one of which will be that lawyers will on the lender’s conveyancing panel. Until recently, most lenders had large numbers of law firms on their panels: a borrower could choose one for themselves, as long as it was on the lender's panel. The lender would then simply instruct the borrower's lawyers to act for the lender, too. You can use your lender's panel lawyers or you could borrow from another lender which does not restrict your choice. A further alternative is for your Brockenhurst conveyancing solicitor to apply to be on the conveyancing panel.
Do the Building Society Association intend to launch a online directory to to identify firms on the Melton Mowbray Building Society conveyancing panel for example in Brockenhurst?
We are not aware of any intention on the part of the BSA to promote such a search facility.
I am buying a terrace house in Brockenhurst. The intention is to convert the garage to a playroom at the house.Will the conveyancing process include investigations to see if these works were previously refused?
Your property lawyer will check the registered title as conveyancing in Brockenhurst will sometimes identify restrictions in the title documents which prevent certain alterations or necessitated the consent of another owner. Certain works call for local authority planning consent and approval in accordance building regulations. Some areas are designated conservation areas and special planning restrictions apply which often prevent or affect extensions. It would be prudent to check these things with a surveyor prior to committing yourself to a purchase.
Can I be sure that the Brockenhurst conveyancing solicitor on the HSBC panel is any good?
When it comes to conveyancing in Brockenhurst seeking recommendations is a sensible 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 advertising the lowest fees. We would always recommend that you speak with the solicitor carrying out your conveyancing.
It is not clear whether my lender obliges me to make sure the lease term for the flat is extended prior to the completion date. I have called into my local Brockenhurst bank branch on a couple of occasions and was informed it wasn't an issue and they would lend. My Brockenhurst conveyancing solicitor - who is on the bank conveyancing panel- called to say that they would not lend based on their specific requirements. I simply don't know who is right.
As long as the lawyer is on the lender panel, they must comply with the Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook conditions for the bank. Unless your lawyer obtains specific confirmation in writing that the lender will go ahead, your lawyer has no choice but to refrain from exchanging contract and committing you to the purchase. We would suggest that you ask the lender to contact your lawyer in writing confirming that they will accept the number of years left on the lease.
I am a sole trader looking to lease a unit on the high street. Can you recommend conveyancers offering no-move-no fees for non-domestic conveyancing in Brockenhurst for less than 2k?
We can recommend firms who have specialist knowledge of commercial conveyancing in Brockenhurst, including the disposal and acquisition of businesses as well as simply property. If you are looking to buy or dispose of a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail unit or a whole business we can put you in touch with the right solicitor. As for the fees these will vary based on the structure and terms of the deal. Please provide us with your details or call so as to enable us to provide you with a fixed commercial conveyancing calculation.
I am a novice purchaser in Brockenhurst, just beginning the hunt for a house. I will need a Brockenhurst conveyancing solicitor. The family lawyer is located in Scotland and unable to help.Is it possible for you to refer me to a good Brockenhurst conveyancing practitioner that would act for us as well as represent Lloyds?
The purpose of this site is restricted to being a directory service for conveyancers who wish to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Lloyds in certain locations for example Brockenhurst . Our intention is not to recommend any specific conveyancing practitioner.