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Reasons to use our Coleford conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Coleford solicitors work in conjunction with Coleford estate agents, property finders, surveyors, mortgage companies and other professionals to ensure that the highest level of service is provided to home movers every step of the way, helping make the process as straightforward as possible
  • 2 Chances are that the other side’s conveyancers have offices in Coleford - if so sets of lawyers are likely to have worked on conveyancing matters in the past
  • 3 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might be tempting. However, these firms are often located hundreds of miles away with limited understanding of the factors that impact property transactions in Coleford
  • 4 Coleford property lawyers have a significant advantage when it comes to Coleford conveyancing as they have valuable local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other matters that will impact your conveyancing
  • 5 You can rest easier when choose the very best, most recommended conveyancing solicitors. Coleford has a number to pick from, but for a truly professional and dependable service many local people have been use the recommendation of this site.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Coleford since October 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Coleford

My Coleford lawyer has discovered an inconsistency when comparing the information in the home valuation report and what is in the title deeds. My lawyer informs me that he must check that the bank is happy with this discrepancy and is still content to lend. Is my conveyancer’s stance legitimate?

Your lawyer must comply with the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook conditions 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 both parties.

I have justbecome aware that Stirling Law have been shut down. They conducted my conveyancing in Coleford for a purchase of a freehold house 10 months ago. How can I establish that my home is not still registered in the name of the previous owner?

The easiest method to see if the property is in your name, you can make a search of the land registry (£3.00). You can either do this yourself or ask a law firm to do this for you. If you are not registered you can seek help from one of a number of Coleford conveyancing specialists.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold element on a house I have offered on two weeks back in what should have been a simple, chain free conveyancing. Coleford is where the house is located. Is there any guidance you can give?

Flying freeholds in Coleford are rare but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Coleford you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds diligently. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Coleford may decide 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 premises.

What does commercial conveyancing in Coleford cover?

Coleford conveyancing for business premises incorporates a broad array of advice, provided by qualified solicitors, relating to business property. For example, this type of conveyancing can cover the sale or purchase of freehold business premises or, more usually, the assignment of existing leases or the drafting of new leasing arrangements. Commercial conveyancing solicitors can also offer advice on the sale of business assets, commercial mortgages and the termination of tenancies.

I need to retain a conveyancing solicitor for residential conveyancing in Coleford. I've chance upon a site which seems to have the perfect solution If it is possible to get all formalities done via email that would be preferable. Do I need to be concerned? What are the potential pitfalls?

As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?

Do all mortgage companies provide you with an approved list of Coleford solicitors? How do you know who is on the bank conveyancing panel?

Coleford firms and firms conducting conveyancing in Coleford themselves provide us confirmation that they are on the bank conveyancing panel as opposed to being supplied with a list from the mortgage company directly.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Coleford regulated by the SRA

It is important to note that the listed firms do not limit their work for conveyancing in Coleford but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.

  • Milner-lunt & Co, The Elms, Bell Hill, Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, GL17 9SA
  • Pitman Blackstock White Limited, 6 Cavendish Buildings, Hill Street, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5HD

Residential Licensed Conveyancers in Coleford regulated by the CLC

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Coleford but also conveyancing across England and Wales.
  • Dean Conveyancing, 31 Market Place, GL16 8AA
  • Dean Conveyancing, 1 Regents Walk, GL15 5RF

What to expect from a Licensed Conveyancer for conveyancing in Coleford?

Licensed Conveyancers specialise in the legalities surrounding buying and selling property and cover conveyancing throughout England and Wales as well as Coleford. When using a Licensed Conveyancer governed by the CLC, you can expect:
  • Be supplied with an honest and lawful service.
  • Receive a high standard of legal services.
  • Enjoy the benefit of your transaction dealt with using care, skill and legal competence.
  • Receive a high standard of service due to your conveyancer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Have a service which is accessible and responsive to your specific requirements.
  • Not feel discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • Not receive a service which is below the level you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Have your specific needs taken into account should you make a complaint.
  • Receive a speedy, independent and comprehensive service if if a complaint is registered about your conveyancing in Coleford.

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

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