I was informed recently by my lender that my Harmondsworth lawyer is not on the mortgage company Solicitor panel. What can I do to check?
The best course of action for you to take is to call your Harmondsworth lawyer directly. It is reasonable to expect your lawyer to advise you of the situation. If they are not on the panel they may recommend you to a Harmondsworth conveyancing firm that is on the approved list of lawyers for your mortgage company.
Would the conveyancing practitioners to be found on your site handle auction conveyancing in Harmondsworth?
There are a number of auction solicitors we can put you in touch with those who can conduct auction conveyancing. Harmondsworth is just one of the many locations where our lawyers have a presence.
How does conveyancing in Harmondsworth differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build residence in Harmondsworth come to us having been asked by the developer to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is ready to move into. This is because builders in Harmondsworth typically buy 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 conveyancing solicitors 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 Harmondsworth or who has acted in the same development.
My partner has urged me to use his lawyers for conveyancing in Harmondsworth. Do I take his recommendation?
No doubt the ideal way to find a conveyancing practitioner is to seek feedback from friends or relatives who have previously instructed the solicitor you're contemplating using.
Is there a difference between surveying and conveyancing in Harmondsworth?
Conveyancing - in Harmondsworth or anywhere in England and Wales - is the legal term given to transferring legal title of property from one person to another. It therefore includes the investigation of the title. Whether buying or selling, you should be aware of anything affecting the property such as proposals by government departments, illegal buildings, or outstanding rates. The conveyancer should conduct the appropriate searches and inquiries on the property. Surveying relates to the structure of a property itself. A surveyor will look at a house, flat and any outbuildings you’re purchasing and will help you discover the condition of the building and, if there are problems, give you a powerful reason for negotiating the purchase price down or asking the vendor to fix the defects before you move in.