I went with a high street firm for my conveyancing in Elland today. After carefully reading the small print it is apparent thatI am liable for fees even if the movedoes not go ahead. Would I be best advised to appoint a web based firm advertising no move no charge conveyancing in Elland?
It is usually ‘give and take’ in that if "No Sale No Fee" is offered then the fee levels will tend to be be more expensive to offset the cases that abort. Also remember that these offerings rarely cover expenditure for example Elland conveyancing search fees.
Last December we completed a house move in Elland. We have since encountered a number of problems with the property which we suspect were overlooked in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? Can you clarify the nature of searches that should have been carried out for conveyancing in Elland?
It is not clear from the question as to the nature of the problems and if they are unique to conveyancing in Elland. Conveyancing searches and due diligence initiated as part of the legal transfer of property are supposed to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a property owner completes a document referred to as a Seller’s Property Information Form. If the information turns out to be misleading, 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 Elland.
I used Action Conveyancing a few years ago for my conveyancing in Elland. Now, I need my files but cannot find the solicitor. What do I do?
Do contact the Solicitors Regulatory Authority (SRA) to help locate your conveyancing files. They can be contacted on please contact on 0870 606 2555. Alternatively, you should use their online form to make an enquiry. You will need to provide the SRA with as much information as possible to assist their search, including the name and address in Elland of the conveyancing firm of solicitors you previously retained, the name of conveyancing solicitor with whom you had dealings, and the date on which you last had dealings with the firm.
How does conveyancing in Elland differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build premises in Elland contact us having been asked by the developer to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is completed. This is because house builders in Elland usually acquire the site, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct property lawyers as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are used to new build conveyancing in Elland or who has acted in the same development.
I need to appoint a conveyancing solicitor for remortgage conveyancing in Elland. I happened to stumble upon a web site which appears to be the ideal answer If it is possible to get all formalities completed via phone that would be ideal. Do I need to be wary? What should out be looking out for?
As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?