My partner’s uncle is a property lawyer. I am hopeful that I will be offered friends and family fee for conveyancing, However if that does not come materialise, what kind of figure would I typically be looking at for conveyancing in Braintree?
Do contrast pricing. Do use our comparison tool on this site. The charges seem to be different but the service one can expect are distinct between law firms as is true with most professions.
In researching online forums for a conveyancing solicitor in Braintree, many comment that I should look for a CQS kitemarked solicitor. Can you explain what CQS is?
Braintree Conveyancing Quality Scheme law firms have been granted certification by the law Society CQS was established to establish evidence of quality standards in the in the legal transfer of properties. CQS helps consumers to identify practices that provide a quality residential conveyancing. Braintree is one of the many areas in England and Wales in which accredited firms have offices. The conveyancing scheme obliges solicitors to undergo a strict assessment, compulsory training, self-reporting, spot checks and annual reviews in order to maintain CQS status. It is open only to members of the Law Society who meet the demanding standards set by the scheme and has the support of the Council of Mortgage Lenders.
What is the difference between a licensed conveyancer and conveyancing solicitor in Braintree
There are many recorded licenced Conveyancers in Braintree and Solicitor practices in Braintree who can help with your conveyancing It is important to make clear that the two are regulated professionals specialising in the legal work in transferring property. The two can conduct other property legal work such as remortgage conveyancing, enfranchisement and transfer of equity conveyancing.
It is not clear whether my lender obliges me to make sure the lease term for the flat is extended prior to the completion date. I have called my Braintree bank branch on a couple of occasions and was told it wasn't an issue and they will lend. My Braintree conveyancing solicitor - who is on the mortgage company conveyancing panel- called to say that they would not lend in accordance with their published requirements. Who do I believe?
As long as the conveyancer is on the mortgage company approved list, they must comply with the CML Handbook specifications for the bank. Unless your lawyer obtains specific confirmation in writing that the lender will go ahead, your lawyer has no choice but to refrain from exchanging contract and committing you to the purchase. We would suggest that you ask the bank to contact your lawyer in writing confirming that they will accept the number of years remaining.
Bank of Ireland have agreed my home loan in principle, my offer on a house in Braintree has been accepted, now what?
The estate agent will want to know who your solicitors are (ensure that the conveyancers are on the bank’s approved list). Telephone Bank of Ireland or your broker and finish off any appropriate forms. Bank of Ireland will instruct a valuer who will get in touch with the estate agent or vendor to arrange an appointment. Once carried out (assuming no problems) it takes about ten days to receive the mortgage offer. Bank of Ireland will issue the offer to you and your property lawyers. The transaction will then take it’s course according the nature and complexity of the conveyancing in Braintree.
We are purchasing a house and the conveyancer has identified Chancel Repair for which the property could be obligated to pay because it falls into the area of such a church. She has suggested insurance. Is this strictly necessary for conveyancing in Braintree
Unless a previous purchase of the premises completed after 12 October 2013 you may assume that solicitors delivering conveyancing in Braintree to continue to recommend a chancel search and or chancel repair liability policy.
Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly identified during conveyancing in Braintree?
Covenants that are restrictive in nature can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the process of conveyancing in Braintree. 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…’
As co-executor for the estate of my uncle I am selling a residence in Cardiff but reside in Braintree. My lawyer (based 300 miles from mehas requested that I execute a stat dec ahead of the transaction finalising. Can you recommend a conveyancing solicitor in Braintree who can witness this legal document for me?
strictly speaking you should not need to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Ordinarily any notary public or solicitor will suffice regardless of whether they are Braintree based