Why would I use a Wincanton conveyancing practice when web based alternatives are so much cheaper?
By all means make sure that you get 2 or 3 like-for-like quotes for conveyancing costs in Wincanton and you should seek a reasonable quote but don’t become consumed with looking for the lowest priced Wincanton conveyancer. Finding the right conveyancer can be the difference between a seamless and a distressing move. It is important that you ensure that you have expert advice from a trusted lawyer. An e-mail can never take the place of a phone conversation and are no substitute for a face to face consultation. Our partner firms will allocate you a qualified and trusted conveyancing solicitor that will tackle your conveyancing from beginning to end, providing a level of continuity that you rarely receive from an internet conveyancer. He or She will keep you updated on headway and keep you informed. If you ever need to call the firm you will be sure who to ask for and they will be sure you are in the know.
I have given 2 months notice to my existing landlord and have to vacate my rented apartment in Wincanton by the end of next month. Conveyancing on my purchase is progressing. Can I complete in 4 weeks as I wish to avoid having to move into short term accommodation?
It is unwise to give notice on a rental until exchange of contracts has taken place. If you have not already done so, update to your solicitor and ask them to they seek the assistance the other side, try to a target completion date that everyone will work to achieve
If you had a top tip for selecting a conveyancing solicitor in Wincanton what would it be?
We would encourage you not to base your choice on the lowest Wincanton conveyancing costs illustration. You really do get what you pay for when it comes to conveyancing solicitors. A cheap quote may mean that the conveyancing solicitor is handling a lot of jobs at one time and you won’t get the quality of service and the attention that you need. It is, however, wise to use a conveyancer who has a fixed fee on a no sale, no fee basis. This way, you go into the conveyancing with your eyes wide open.
I am expecting a DIP from Kent Reliance this week so we know how much we could potentially offer as otherwise we only have online calculators to go by (which aren't taking into account credit checks etc). Do Kent Reliance recommend any Wincanton solicitors on the Kent Reliance conveyancing panel, or is it better to find our own lawyer?
You will need to appoint Wincanton solicitors independently although you'll need to choose one on the Kent Reliance conveyancing panel. The solicitor represents both you and Kent Reliance through the process.
I have paid off my mortgage with Coventry BS. I assume I don't need a Wincanton property lawyer on the Coventry BS panel to remove the mortgage at the Land Registry. Am I right?
If you have finished paying off your Coventry BS mortgage, they may send you evidence showing that you have paid it off. Alternatively they may notify the Land Registry directly. The Land Registry need to see this evidence before they will remove the Coventry BS mortgage from the register. Coventry BS, and any evidence they send you, will determine the action you need to take. In cases where no conveyancer is acting for you and you have paid off your mortgage:
- but are not moving to another property
- where Coventry BS has sent the Land Registry the discharge electronically, and
- Coventry BS has instructed the Land Registry to do so
Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly picked up during conveyancing in Wincanton?
Covenants that are restrictive in nature can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the process of conveyancing in Wincanton. An 1874 stipulation that was seen was ‘The houses to be erected on the estate are each to be of a uniform elevation in accordance with the drawings to be prepared or approved by the vendor’s surveyor…’
Due to the input of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a house in Wincanton before retaining solicitors. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold aspect to the property. My surveyor advised that some banks tend not issue a loan on such a property.
It varies from the lender to lender. Santander has different requirements from Nationwide. Should you wish to telephone us we can look into this further via the relevant bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Wincanton. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Wincanton especially if they are accustomed to such properties in Wincanton.
I am looking for a conveyancing practitioner in Wincanton for my house move. Is there any facility to review a solicitor's record with the legal regulator?
You can search for published Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations arising from investigations from 2008 onwards. Visit Check a solicitor's record. For records about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a firm's history, telephone 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 09.30 - 18.00 Tuesday. International callers, use +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA may recorded call for training purposes.