We selected a local firm for our conveyancing in Fairfield yesterday. Reviewing the terms of engagement I noteI am responsible for fees even if the dealdoes not happen. Would I be best advised to choose a web based conveyancing company advertising no move no charge conveyancing in Fairfield?
It is usually a trade off in that if "No Sale No Fee" is available then the fee levels will generally be higher to cover the conveyances that do not proceed. Do bear in mind that these promotions rarely cover outlay e.g. Fairfield conveyancing search expenses.
When does exchange of contracts take place for domestic conveyancing in Fairfield and do I need to attend the lawyers branch?
If you are local to one of the conveyancing solicitors in Fairfield you are invited in to sign the paperwork. That being said, the law practices we recommend supply a countrywide conveyancing service and provide just as detailed and professional a job for you when dealing with you electronically. The signing of the contract is not the critical part. A signed contract simply enables the conveyancer to officially exchange when the time is right, which is ordinarily shortly after signing. The exchange process is nowadays normally dealt with by telephone and can be very rapid, although where an extended "chain" is involved, since the process requires the relevant party's solicitor (not necessarily a conveyancing solicitor in Fairfield)to be in the office at the appropriate time.
I am told that my conveyancing solicitors will need to check that the building insurance when buying a house in Fairfield. My lender is Platform
Platform have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook. As of 29/4/2025, the requirements read as follows :
I have been told by my lawyer that lack of planning permission insurance is necessary on my purchase. What is the typical level of cover needed for conveyancing in Fairfield?
The right level of lack of planning permission indemnity insurance should be dictated by who who your lender is. It would differ for example between Birmingham Midshires and Skipton Building Society. Conveyancing lawyers as opposed to borrowers take out such insurances.
Is it correct that all Fairfield CQS (Conveyancing Quality Scheme) solicitors are on the Clydesdale conveyancing panel?
A selection of lenders now make use of CQS as the starting point for Panel approval such as HSBC and Santander. The Law Society’s CQS accreditation however gives no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. Nevertheless,the Council of Mortgage Lenders have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for firms wishing to join their approved list of firms.
I was told two weeks ago that my mortgage has been agreed to by Clydesdale. Is it usual for Clydesdale to only issue the offer once my solicitor in Fairfield is approved on their conveyancing panel? Clydesdale have asked my solicitor to see a copy of their Professional Indemnity Insurance Schedule.
Mortgage companies tend not to not issue a mortgage until they have details of a lawyer on their panel. It can take a few weeks for Clydesdale to deal with your lawyer's application to be on the Clydesdale conveyancing panel. There's no guarantee that your solicitor will be accepted.
I am buying a new build apartment in Fairfield. Conveyancing is a frightening process at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build legal work.
Set out below are examples of a few leasehold new build questions that you may expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Fairfield
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The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision. Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme.
I am thinking of appointing a conveyancing practitioner in Fairfield for my house move. Can I see a solicitor's record with the legal regulator?
You can see published Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations stemming from inquisitions started on or after Jan 2008. Visit Check a solicitor's record. For information about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a solicitors history, phone 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. International callers, dial +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA could recorded telephone calls for training purposes.