Me and my partner are buying a property in Locks Heath. It might be a silly question but how we can trust a conveyancer? At some point we have to put money into their account. What protection do we have from them run away with our money?

Be assured that all money in a Solicitors client account is 100% safe, and even if your Solicitor ran off with it, the Law Society would reimburse you fully.

I have decided to exercise my right to buy my property in Locks Heath off the council. I have a mortgage agreed with Kent Reliance. Conveyancing is new to me. Can I proceed without a solicitor easily? I think we can but we keep being told I should have one. Any advice?

It is not advisable to proceed with a house purchase without a solicitor. The council's solicitor are not acting for you. You need a solicitor for a number reasons. One of which is to verify what plans the Council have for repairs and refurbishment for the next five years. Many leaseholders have been stung for contributions of thousands of pounds. In any event, if you are getting a mortgage with Kent Reliance, you will need to appoint a solicitor on the Kent Reliance conveyancing panel.

Completion of my remortgage has taken place for my property in Locks Heath. Conveyancing was of an acceptable standard but I feel I should register my dissatisfaction about the lender. How do I make a complaint?

Almost all lenders have complaints procedures. Your first point of contact should be one of the lender’s branches or the Customer Care Department at head office. In most cases complaints to a lender are resolved very quickly. However if you are not satisfied that the matter is not resolved you can write to Financial Ombudsman Service who will take matters further.

I need some expedited conveyancing in Locks Heath as I am under pressure to exchange contracts in less than one month. A home loan is not required. Can I decline from having conveyancing searches to save money and time?

If.Given you are are a mortgage free purchaser you have the choice not to have searches conducted although no lawyer would suggest that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Locks Heath the following are instances of issues that can show up and adversely affect future mortgageability: Enforcement Notices, Overdue Fees, Overdue Grants, Unadopted Roads,...

Just had an offer accepted on a new build flat in Locks Heath. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build conveyancing.

Here is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build enquiries that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Locks Heath

Investor purchasers must be able to freely grant unsecured tenancies at market rents without requiring any consents. The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? Please confirm the Lease plans are architect prepared. The Vendor must covenant to keep unsold units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore.

What does commercial conveyancing in Locks Heath cover?

Locks Heath conveyancing for business premises incorporates a broad array of guidance, provided by regulated solicitors, relating to business property. For instance, this type of conveyancing can cover the sale or purchase of freehold business premises or, more usually, the assignment of existing business tenancies or the drafting of new leasing arrangements. Commercial conveyancing solicitors can also offer advice on the sale of business assets, commercial mortgages and the termination of tenancies.

I am using a search engine for the phrase on line conveyancing in Locks Heath it shows results of numerous solicitorslocally. With so much choice what is the best way to find the suitable solicitor for the sale of my house?

The preferential way of choosing the right conveyancer is via personal recommendation, so seek the opinion of friends and family who have acquired a property in Locks Heath or the reputable estate agent or mortgage broker. Costs for conveyancing in Locks Heath vary, so it's sensible to obtain at least three costs illustrations from different conveyancers. Dont forget to clarify that the costs are assured not to escalate.