I am purchasing a house and require a conveyancing solicitor in Long Stratton who is on the Godiva Mortgages Ltd solicitor. Can you recommend a local conveyancing firm?
Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Godiva Mortgages Ltd in certain locations such as Long Stratton. We dont recommend any particular firm.
I need some expedited conveyancing in Long Stratton as I am under a deadline to sign on the dotted line in less than 3 weeks. Luckily I do not need a mortgage. Can I avoid the conveyancing searches to save money and time?
As you are not obtaining a mortgage you have the choice not to have searches carried out although no lawyer would suggest that you don't. Drawing on years of experience of conveyancing in Long Stratton the following are examples of issues that can show up and therefore affect market value: Enforcement Notices, Overdue Charges, Outstanding Grants, Road Schemes,...
I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold element on a property I have offered on last month in what should have been a straight forward, chain free conveyancing. Long Stratton is the location of the property. Is there any guidance you can give?
Flying freeholds in Long Stratton are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Long Stratton you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds diligently. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Long Stratton may ascertain that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold property.
How straightforward is it to use the search app to find a conveyancing solicitor in Long Stratton on the authorised to act for my lender?
1st choose a mortgage company such as Halifax, Chelsea Building Society or Nottingham Building Society then specify your location such as Long Stratton. Conveyancing firms in Long Stratton and across England and Wales should be identified.
What is the reason for my lawyer requiring various items of identification ahead of starting my conveyancing in Long Stratton?
Long Stratton solicitors are duty bound by the Law Society, Solicitors Regulation Authority, the Land Registry and current Money Laundering Regulations to certify that the have verified the identity of their clients. It is also sometimes a requirement of your mortgage offer. In addition they have to complete various forms, particularly those relating to stamp duty land tax and need to have information such as your full names, NI number and DOB.