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Reasons to use our Chingford conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Chingford solicitors will have connections at the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and estate agents
  • 2 The Chingford conveyancing practitioners that are listed are dedicated to providing the most cost, efficient and transparent conveyancing service to borrowers, sellers and investors in Chingford
  • 3 Using a high street Solicitor usually means that you will receive a more personal touch. Online forums often suggest that in using a large conveyancing firm, you tend to be looked after by a team of people who who progress matters by reading from their computer screens.
  • 4 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Chingford is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) often falls short of the level of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 5 Firms accustomed to conveyancing in Chingford are familiar with the local issues peculiar to Chingford and therefore you may benefit from better guidance and expeditious conveyancing.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Chingford since December 2023*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Chingford

Is the fact that my solicitor in Chingford is not on my mortgage company's conveyancing panel that there is a problem with the quality of his work?

That would most likely be a wrong assumption to make. There are all sorts of perfectly reasonable explanations. Just recently a report by the solicitors regulator revealed 76% of law firms surveyed had been removed from at least one lender panel. The most common reasons for removal are: (1) low volume of transactions (2) the solicitor is a sole practitioner (3) as part of the HSBC panel reduction (4) regulatory contact by SRA (5) accidental removal. Should you be concerned you should contact the Chingford conveyancing practice and enquire why they are no longer on the approved list for your mortgage company.

My Chingford solicitor has identified a difference between the assumptions in the valuation report and what is revealed within the conveyancing documents. My lawyer informs me that he is obliged to ensure that the lender is happy with this discrepancy and is still content to lend. Is my solicitor’s stance legitimate?

Your property lawyer must comply with the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook specifications which do require that your lawyer disclose any incorrect assumptions in the lender’s valuation report and the legal papers. Should you refuse to allow your lawyer to make the appropriate notification then your lawyer will have no choice but to discontinue acting for you.

What is the difference between a licensed conveyancer and conveyancing solicitor in Chingford

There are many recorded licenced Conveyancers in Chingford and Solicitor firms in Chingford to choose from We would stress that both are regulated professionals specialising in the legal work in transferring property. They may both also conduct associated property related work such as remortgage conveyancing, enfranchisement and transfer of equity conveyancing.

I am purchasing a property in Chingford. One unusual aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. RBS have issued a mortgage offer so presumably this is not a concern to them. Why is my solicitor raising questions about the panel?

As your lender is RBS your lawyer must check the formal instructions outlined in Section 2 of UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook for RBS. The Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook contains minimum provisions for solar panel roof-space leases, and solicitors are required to report to RBS where a lease does not satisfy these specifications. The provisions relate to the installation of panels on properties nationwide and is not limited to Chingford.

I have decided to exercise my right to buy my property in Chingford off the council. I have a mortgage offer with TSB. Conveyancing is not something I have any knowledge of. Can I proceed without a solicitor easily? I think we can but we keep being told I should use one. Any advice?

It is not advisable to proceed with a house purchase without a solicitor. The council's solicitor are not acting for you. You need a solicitor for a number reasons. One of which is to verify what plans the Council have for repairs and refurbishment for the next five years. Many leaseholders have been stung for contributions of thousands of pounds. In any event, if you are getting a mortgage with TSB, you will need to appoint a solicitor on the TSB conveyancing panel.

I need some expedited conveyancing in Chingford as I have pressure to sign on the dotted line in less than 2 weeks. A home loan is not required. Is it possible to decline from having conveyancing searches to save money and time?

If.Given you are not getting a mortgage you are at free not to have searches conducted although no conveyancer would recommend that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Chingford the following are instances of what can show up and therefore impact future mortgageability: Refused Planning Applications, Overdue Fees, Outstanding Grants, Unadopted Roads,...

Me and my brother have a renovated Edwardian property in Chingford. Conveyancing solicitor acted for me and Barclays . I did a free Land Registry search last week and I saw two entries: the first freehold, the second leasehold under the exact same address. Is it worth asking Barclays to clarify?

You should assess the Freehold register you have again and check the Charges Register as there may be mention of a lease. The best way to be sure that you are also the registered owner of the leasehold and freehold title as well is to check (£3). It is not completely unheard of in Chingford and other locations in the country and poses no real issues for owners other than when they remortgage they have to account for both freehold and leasehold interests when dealing with lenders. You can also question the position with the conveyancing solicitor who completed the work.

Should I use a Chingford conveyancing practitioner based in the vicinity that I am purchasing? I have an old university friend who can handle the conveyancing however they are based a couple of hundredkilometers away.

The benefit of a high street Chingford conveyancing firm is that you can attend the office to sign paperwork, present your identification documents and pester them if necessary. Having local Chingford know how is a plus. However it's more important to get someone that will do a good and efficient job. If if people you trust used your friend and they were happy that must trump using an unknown Chingford conveyancing solicitor solely due to them being based in the area.

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Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Chingford regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Chingford with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Chingford. This could include advice on buying and selling small and large scale commercial property and agricultural land
  • Coldham Shield & Mace Solicitors Llp, 123-125 Station Road, Chingford, London, E4 6AG
  • Hoxtons Solicitors, 159a Station Road, North Chingford, London, E4 6AG
  • Russells, 119 Station Road, London, E4 6BN
  • Achillea & Co, Markfield House, 35-37 Station Road, London, E4 7BJ
  • Ruby Ace Limited, 3 Queens Mews, Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill, Essex, IG9 5AZ

Residential Licensed Conveyancers in Chingford regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Chingford but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.
  • Verbatim Property Lawyers Ltd, 455 High Road, IG8 0XE
  • L B Property Lawyers, Imperial House, N17 0SP
  • Suriya & Douglas, Suite B, 7th Floor, Charter House, IG1 1UF
  • T J Ball & Company, 49 Leytonstone Road, E15 1JA

Planning law solicitors in Chingford regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Chingford practicing in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including applications about listed buildings and conservation areas
  • Coldham Shield & Mace Solicitors Llp, 123-125 Station Road, Chingford, London, E4 6AG
  • Stuart & Co, 285 Fore Street, London, London, N9 0PD
  • Sal & Co Solicitors Limited, 191 Angel Place, Fore Street, Edmonton, London, England, N18 2UD
  • Djk Solicitors, 46 Highbridge Street, Waltham Abbey, En9 1bs, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1XE
  • Gh Cornish Llp, First Floor, 34-36 High Street, Barkingside, Essex, IG6 2DQ

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*Source acknowledgement: House price data produced by Land Registry as well data supplied by Lexsure Ltd.

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