In the event thatI was to buy a freehold housein Millbank for cash and dispense with a survey and no local authority searches how much should I expect to have to pay for conveyancing in Millbank?

The only reduction in fees you would make on is the costs for searches. A property lawyer is obliged to do the vast majority of work - money laundering, communicating with your sellers solicitor, stamp duty return, register the title etc. You might save a bit for them not needing to register a mortgage but it will not be meaningful.

I have been told that property searches are the primary reason for stalling in Millbank conveyancing transactions. Is this right?

The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) released findings of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not feature within the common causes of hindrances in the conveyancing process. Local searches are unlikely to feature in any holding up conveyancing in Millbank.

How does conveyancing in Millbank differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build property in Millbank approach us having been asked by the seller to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is finished. This is because new home sellers in Millbank usually buy the real estate, 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 accustomed to new build conveyancing in Millbank or who has acted in the same development.

I am looking to sell my house. My previous lawyers has retired. It would be helpful to have a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. I happen to live in Millbank if that makes a difference.

You should use our search tool to help you choose a solicitor for your conveyancing in Millbank. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with lender approved solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move runs with a minimum of fuss.

I am thinking of appointing a conveyancing practitioner in Millbank for my home move. Can I review a firm’s complaints history with the profession’s regulator?

One may review documented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations stemming from investigations from 2008 onwards. Visit Check a solicitor's record. To find records about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a firm's record, ring 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. For non-uk callers, dial +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA may monitor telephone calls for training reasons.