We note that you have a post code search directory identifying law firms on the Co-operative conveyancing panel. Do firms pay you a referral fee if I retain them for our conveyancing in Papworth Everard?
We are a listing service only for law firms wishing to communicate if they are on the Co-operative conveyancing panel or other lender panels. We do not charge referral fees to any conveyancer that you subsequently appoint for your conveyancing in Papworth Everard.
A relative informed me that in purchasing a property in Papworth Everard there could be various restrictions preventing external changes to the property. Is this right?
We are aware of a number of properties in Papworth Everard which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to perform external alterations. Part of the conveyancing in Papworth Everard should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.
Can I be sure that the Papworth Everard conveyancing solicitor on the UBS panel is any good?
When it comes to conveyancing in Papworth Everard seeking recommendations is a sensible starting point. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one advertising the lowest fees. We would always suggest that you speak with the solicitor carrying out your transaction.
We expect to receive a OIP from HSBC this week so we know how much we could potentially offer as otherwise we are dependent on web based calculators (which aren't taking into account credit checks etc). Do HSBC recommend any Papworth Everard solicitors on the HSBC conveyancing panel, or is it better to find our own lawyer?
You will need to appoint Papworth Everard solicitors independently although you'll need to choose one on the HSBC conveyancing panel. The solicitor represents both you and HSBC through the process.
I am intent on selling our house in Papworth Everard and according to the buyers it appears that there is a possibility that the property was constructed on contaminated land. A high street Papworth Everard conveyancer would know this is not the case. It does beg the question why the purchasers instructed a web based conveyancing firm rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Papworth Everard. Having lived in Papworth Everard for 4 years we know that this is a non issue. Should we contact our local Authority to get clarification that there is no issue.
It sounds as though you may have a conveyancing lawyer currently acting for you. Are they able to advise? You must enquire of your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out life insurance to cover that same sickness)
I have recentlybeen informed that Stirling Law have been shut down. They carried out my conveyancing in Papworth Everard for a purchase of a freehold house 12 months ago. How can I establish that the property is registered correctly in the name of the previous owner?
The quickest method to see if the property is in your name, you can make a search of the land registry (£3.00). You can either do this yourself or ask a law firm to do this for you. If you are not registered you can seek help from one of a number of Papworth Everard conveyancing specialists.
Is it best to instruct a Papworth Everard conveyancing practitioner who is local to the property I am hoping to buy? I have an old university friend who can handle the conveyancing but his firm is located 300miles away.
The primary upside of using a local Papworth Everard conveyancing firm is that you can pop in to sign paperwork, deliver your identification documents and pester them if necessary. Having local Papworth Everard know how is a bonus. However it's more important to get someone that will do a good and efficient job. If other friends have instructed your friend and the majority were impressed that should outweigh using an unfamiliar Papworth Everard conveyancing lawyer solely due to them being local.