I have given 8 weeks notice to my current landlord and have to be out of my rented flat in Shinfield by the end of next month. Conveyancing on my purchase is progressing. Can I complete in three weeks as don't want to have to move into temporary accommodation?

It is unwise to serve notice on a rental unless exchange of contracts has taken place. Assuming that you have not previously done so, update to your solicitor and urge them to they seek the assistance the other side, try to an acceptable time-line that all parties will work towards

What does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Shinfield? Is this really necessary?

In order to comply with Money Laundering Regulations any Shinfield conveyancing firm will require evidence of your identity in all conveyancing transactions. This is normally satisfied by provision of a passport and an original bank statement or utility bill evidencing where you live.

Under Money Laundering Regulations, conveyancers are obliged by law to ascertain not only the identity of conveyancing clients but also the source of the money that they receive in respect of any matter. Refusal to disclose this will lead to your conveyancer ending their retainer with you, as clearly this will cause a conflict between the set Regulations and a refusal to disclose.

Your property lawyers are duty bound to inform the relevant authorities should they believe that any amounts received by them may contravene the Money Laundering Regulations.

I have todaybeen informed that Wolstenholmes have been shut down. They carried out my conveyancing in Shinfield for a purchase of a leasehold apartment 12 months ago. How can I check that the property is in my name in the name of the former proprietor?

The quickest way to check if the premises is registered to you, 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 Shinfield conveyancing specialists.

My company is planning to take over a lease of a shop on the high street. Can you recommend solicitors offering fixed costs for commercial conveyancing in Shinfield for under £2000?

We are happy to recommend firms who host a wealth of experience of commercial conveyancing in Shinfield, including the sale and acquisition of businesses as well as simply property. If you are intending to acquire or sell a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail unit or a whole business we will put you in touch with the right lawyer. Regarding the fees these will vary based on the structure and nuances of the deal. Let us have your details or call us so that we may furnish you with comprehensive commercial conveyancing calculation.

As co-executor for the estate of my uncle I am selling a property in Monmouth but live in Shinfield. My lawyer (who is 300 miles awayrequires that I execute a statutory declaration prior to completion. Could you suggest a conveyancing solicitor in Shinfield who can witness this legal document for me?

strictly speaking you should not be required to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Normally any notary public or solicitor will do regardless of whether they are based in Shinfield