I instructed a Slough based firm for our conveyancing in Slough today. Reviewing the official terms of business I seewe are on the hook for costs even if the sale doesn't happen. Should I go with them or appoint an on-line firm promoting no move no charge conveyancing in Slough?
It is usually a trade off in that if "No Sale No Fee" is offered then the conveyancing charges will tend to be be more expensive to neutralise those cases that do not proceed. Dont forget that such arrangements generally do not cover disbursements by way of example Slough conveyancing search fees.
I am about to put an offer on a leasehold flat in Slough. The property agents advise that it is normal for flats in Slough to have less than 75 years remaining. I am getting a loan with Accord Mortgages. Is this going to be a problem if the lease has 72 years to go.
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are securing a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Accord Mortgages have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 1/3/2025 the requirements read as follows :
Forgive me if this question is silly but I am wet behind the ears as a first time buyer of a ground floor flat in Slough. Do I receive the keys to the house on completion from my solicitor? If so, I will use a High Street conveyancing solicitor in Slough?
On the day of completion you will not be required to attend the conveyancers office in Slough. Your solicitors will transfer the purchase money to the vendor’s conveyancers, and shortly after the monies have arrived, you will be invited to receive the keys from the Estate Agents and move into your new home. This tends to happen early afternoon.
A relative advised me that in buying a property in Slough there could be various restrictions affecting the ability to carry out external alterations to a property. Is this right?
There are a number of properties in Slough which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to carry out external alterations. Part of the conveyancing in Slough should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.
Completion of my remortgage has taken place for my property in Slough. Conveyancing was of an acceptable standard but I would like to complain about the lender. Who do I contact should I wish to lodge a complaint?
All lenders have complaints procedures. Your first port of call should be one of the lender’s branches or the Customer Care Team at head office. Ordinarily complaints to a lender are sorted out effectively and efficiently. However if you are not satisfied that the matter is not resolved you can write to Financial Ombudsman Service with full details of your complaint.
What can a local search reveal about the property my wife and I buying in Slough?
Slough conveyancing often commences with the submitting local authority searches directly from your local Authority or through a personal search organisations for example Searches UK The local search is essential in every Slough conveyancing purchase; that is if you wish to avoid any unpleasant surprises after you move into your property. The search should reveal data on, amongst other things, details on planning applications applicable to the premises (whether granted or refused), building control history, any enforcement action, restrictions on permitted development, nearby road schemes, contaminated land and radon gas; in all a total of thirteen subject sections.
Due to the input of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a house in Slough ahead of appointing lawyers. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold overhang to the house. Our surveyor advised that some lenders will refuse to give a mortgage on this type of home.
It depends who your proposed lender is. Lloyds has different instructions for example to Birmingham Midshires. If you e-mail us we can check with the relevant lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Slough. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.