We chose a Littlehampton based solicitor for our conveyancing in Littlehampton recently. Upon checking the fine print it is apparent thatwe are liable for costs even if the sale doesn't happen. Should I ditch them and choose a web based solicitor practice offering no-sale-no-fee conveyancing in Littlehampton?

Generally there is a concession along the lines that if "No Sale No Fee" is advertised then the conveyancing charges will generally be higher to counteract those conveyances that abort. Dont forget that such offerings generally do not protect you from outlay by way of example Littlehampton conveyancing search charges.

I'm the only recipient of my late father’s estate with all property in now in my sole name, including the house in Littlehampton. The Littlehampton property was put into my name in October. I now wish to sell up. I do know about the CML six month 'rule', which means that my proprietorship may be considered the same way as if I'd bought the property in October. Is the property unsalable for six months?

The CML handbook obliges solicitors to: "report to us immediately if the owner or registered proprietor has been registered for less than six months." Technically you could be affected by that. Some banks would take a sensible view as this requirement is principally there to capture subsales or the flipping of property.

Does a directory service exist listing Kent Reliance panel conveyancers in Littlehampton on the Council of Mortgage Lender’s Website?

Unfortunately not yet. There is no such facility on the Council of Mortgage Lenders or Building Society Association sites. A small selection of banks make their panel listings available over the internet. Where you are seeking to appoint a Littlehampton solicitor on the Kent Reliance please make the most of our facility.

I am due to exchange contracts on my house. I had a double glazing fitted in February 2007, but did not receive a FENSA certificate or Building Regulation Certificate. My buyer's mortgage company, Principality are being a right pain. The Littlehampton solicitor who is on the Principality conveyancing panel is saying indemnity insurance will be fine but Principality are insisting on a building regulation certificate. Why do Principality have a conveyancing panel if they don't accept advice from them?

It is probably the case that Principality have referred the matter to their valuer. The reason why Principality may not want to accept indemnity insurance is because it does not give them any reassurance that the double glazing was correctly and safely installed. The indemnity insurance merely protects against enforcement action which is very unlikely anyway.

Do commercial conveyancing searches disclose proposed roadworks that could impact a commercial site in Littlehampton?

Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in Littlehampton will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers expend in researching accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Littlehampton. The report provides 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 Littlehampton.

For each commercial conveyancing transaction in Littlehampton it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. The absence of identifying developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately may cause delays to Littlehampton commercial conveyancing deals as well as pose a risk to future intentions for the site. These searches are not ordered for domestic conveyancing in Littlehampton.

How does conveyancing in Littlehampton differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build or newly converted property in Littlehampton come to us having been asked by the builder to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is built. This is because builders in Littlehampton usually purchase 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 conveyancers 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 Littlehampton or who has acted in the same development.

I was informed by my mortgage company that their panel solicitors operate no sale no fee basis for conveyancing in Littlehampton. Our purchase did not proceed yet the conveyancers have requested search fees! They are stating that the fees are independent!

Littlehampton conveyancing search costs are disbursements not legal fees as these are paid to independent parties.