My wife and I have just bought a house in South Wimbledon. We have since encountered a number of issues with the property which we suspect were missed in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? Can you clarify the nature of searches that needed to have been conducted as part of conveyancing in South Wimbledon?
The query is vague as to the nature of the problems and if they are unique to conveyancing in South Wimbledon. Conveyancing searches and investigations undertaken during the legal transfer of property are designed to help avoid problems. As part of the process, the vendor completes a document called a Seller’s Property Information Form. answers is incorrect, you may have a misrepresentation claim against the seller for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in South Wimbledon.
Me and my partner are purchasing a apartment in South Wimbledon. It might be a silly question but how we can trust a solicitor? On completion day we have to put money into their account. What is the protection we have from them run away with our monies?
Be assured that all money in a Solicitors client account is 100% safe, and even if your Solicitor ran off with it, the Law Society would reimburse you fully.
Is it the case that all South Wimbledon solicitor firms on the Barclays conveyancing panel are overseen by the SRA?
As a firm of solicitors, in order to be on the Barclays conveyancing panel they would need to be overseen by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority. Some lenders do list licenced conveyancers on their panel in which case such firms would be regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
We expect to receive a OIP from Clydesdale this week so we can work out what to offer on a property we like as otherwise we are dependent on web based calculators (which aren't taking into account credit checks etc). Do Clydesdale recommend any South Wimbledon solicitors on the Clydesdale conveyancing panel, or is it better to find our own lawyer?
You will need to appoint South Wimbledon solicitors independently although you'll need to choose one on the Clydesdale conveyancing panel. The solicitor represents both you and Clydesdale through the process.
Various web forums that I have visited warn that are a common reason for delay in South Wimbledon house deals. Is there any truth in this?
The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) published findings of a review by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not figure amongst the common causes of hindrances during the legal transfer of property. Local searches are not likely to be the root cause of holding up conveyancing in South Wimbledon.
My business partner and I are wishing to lease a unit on a shopping parade. Can you recommend lawyers offering fixed charges for non-domestic conveyancing in South Wimbledon for less than £2000?
We can recommend firms who have an in-depth of experience of commercial conveyancing in South Wimbledon, including the disposal and purchase of businesses as well as simply premises. Whether you are intending to acquire or dispose of a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail unit or a whole business we can put you in touch with the right firm. As for the fees this will depend on the structure and terms of the deal. Let us have your details or phone us so that we can furnish you with comprehensive commercial conveyancing calculation.
I have just had an offer accepted on an apartment in South Wimbledon and the mortgage adviser that we are dealing with suggested his solicitor. He quoted £900 including VAT and 3rd party costs. Does this sound reasonable?
You should not rely on 1 estimate. You should seek like-for-like quotes for your conveyancing in South Wimbledon. Then pick one that you trust and crucially, is on the approved list of the bank that you have applied for a mortgage from.