We were about to instruct a conveyancing solicitor in Woking found by you but have come across some other quotes on the internet seem cheaper – how come?

One can find numerous websites promoting alleged cheap conveyancing, but additionalcosts result in the completion invoice being inflated. Conveyancers are obliged to make sure that charges listed in terms and conditions should be honest and reasonable raised The law firms that we put forward for conveyancing in Woking specify all charges for a standard conveyancing matter.

Can your site be used to locate a Conveyancing solicitor in Woking even if I’m not buying or disposing of a house, for instance where I intend to acquire an office in Woking with a mortgage from Barclays Direct?

Our comparison service is mainly used to help choose residential conveyancing solicitors in Woking but we have set out at the bottom of this page a selection of Woking commercial conveyancing firms. You will need to speak with the company directly to establish if they are also authorised to represent Barclays Direct

I am purchasing my first flat in Woking with a loan from Barclays . The developers refused to reduce the amount so I negotiated £7000 of fixtures and fittings instead. The house builders rep advised me not reveal to my lawyer about this side-deal as it could put at risk my mortgage with the lender. Is this normal?.

All lenders require a Disclosure of Incentives Form from the builder of any new build, converted or renovated property, It is available online from the Lenders’ Handbook page on the CML website. CML form is completed and handed to the lender's surveyor when the inspection is done.

Lenders have different policies on incentives. Some accept none at all, cash or physical, while others will accept cash incentives up to 5%.

Hard to understand why the representative of a builder would be suggesting you withold information from a solicitor when all this will be clearly visible on forms the builder has to supply to its solicitor, the buyer's solicitor and the surveyor.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I put an offer in two weeks back in what was supposed to be a quick, chain free conveyancing. Woking is where the house is located. Is there any advice you can impart?

Flying freeholds in Woking are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Woking you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds diligently. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Woking may determine that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold residence.

What are your top tips when it comes to choosing a Woking conveyancing practice to carry out our lease extension conveyancing?

When appointing a property lawyer for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Woking conveyancing firm) it is most important that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We advise that you speak with two or three firms including non Woking conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. If the firm is ALEP accredited then so much the better. The following questions could be useful:

What are the costs for lease extension work? If the firm is not ALEP accredited then what is the reason?

Leasehold Conveyancing in Woking - A selection of Queries before Purchasing

What is the maintenance charge and ground rent on the property? Are there any major works anticipated that will add a premium to the service charges? It would be sensible to find out as much as possible about the company managing the building as they will either make your living at the property much simpler or uncomfortable. As the proprietor of a leasehold property you are frequently in the clutches of the managing agents from a financial perspective and when it comes to every day issues like the upkeep of the common parts. Enquire of prospective neighbours whether they are happy with them. In conclusion, investigate as to the dates that you are obliged pay the service charge to the relevant party and specifically what it includes.