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Reasons to use our Fishguard conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 There is a better than average chance that the the conveyancers for the other party have offices in Fishguard - if so sets of lawyers are likely to be less confrontational
  • 2 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Fishguard is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) often falls short of the high standards of professionalism you will expect.
  • 3 Solicitors accustomed to conveyancing in Fishguard have a grasp oflocal issues specific to Fishguard and therefore you may benefit from better advice and faster conveyancing.
  • 4 You can gain comfort when you choose the very best, most recommended conveyancing solicitors. Fishguard has a number to choose from, but for a truly dependable and reliable service many local people have been use the recommendation of this site.
  • 5 Solicitor conveyancing solicitors have excellent personal links with Fishguard estate agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Fishguard since January 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Fishguard

I am not in a position to travel far from Fishguard. I would like to know the reason why all Fishguard property lawyers are not on all mortgage company panels?

Mortgage companies point to the fact that solicitor-led fraud is considered to be responsible for millions of pounds of fraud every year.The removal of law firms off of lender panels started with the rise in mortgage fraud, which prompted a thematic review by the FSA in 2011. Its conclusions included recommendations for mortgage companies to review their conveyancing panels, which triggered a major policy change in the sector. This led to mortgage companies pruning less reputable firms off their panel of approved conveyancers .

I am nearing an exchange on a property in Fishguard and my mum and dad have transferred the exchange deposit to my lawyer. I am now advised that as the deposit has been sent from someone other than me my conveyancer needs to make a notification to my lender. Apparently, in also acting for the mortgage company he must inform them that the balance of the purchase price is coming from anyone other than me. I advised the lender regarding my parents' contribution when I applied for the mortgage, so is it really appropriate for him to raise this?

Your lawyer is duty bound to check with lender to ensure that they are aware that the balance of the purchase price is not from your own resources. The solicitor can only report this to your lender if you agree, failing which, your lawyer must cease to continue acting.

What does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Fishguard? Is this really warranted?

Anti-terror and anti-money-laundering rules require solicitors and licensed conveyancers to verify the identity of the potential client they are dealing with before they can accept their conveyancing retainer. The Terms of Engagement that you are required to sign will no doubt stipulate this. Your lender will also require certain documents to be viewed. Should you refuse to provide ID verification documents, your solicitor will not be able to take you on as a client.

Do I have to visit the offices of the solicitor to sign the mortgage deed? If so, I will appoint a lawyer who conducts conveyancing in Fishguard so that I can pop in to their offices if necessary.

As opposed to 15 years ago, the vast majority lenders no longer need their conveyancing panel solicitor to witness the mortgagors signature. It will still be necessary for you to hand over ID documents and there are still manifest advantages to choosing a local solicitor, in your situation a conveyancing solicitor in Fishguard.

I can see plenty of information on this site regarding conveyancing in Fishguard but what is your top tip for finding the right conveyancer in Fishguard

It would be unwise to be seduced by the cheapest Fishguard conveyancing fees. You really do get what you pay for when it comes to property lawyers. 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 know exactly what you’ll have to pay in advance.

I am the only recipient of my late father’s will with all property in now in my sole name, including the my former home in Fishguard. The Fishguard property was put into my name in March. I plan to dispose of the property. I understand that there is a CML six month 'rule', which means that my proprietorship will be considered the same way as though I had purchased the house in March. Is the property unsalable for six months?

The CML handbook requires solicitors to: "report to us immediately if the owner or registered proprietor has been registered for less than six months." By the strict wording you could be affected by that. How sensible a view lenders take of it, depend on the mortgage company as this requirement is principally there to pick up on the purchase and immediately sell or the quick reselling of property.

Planning on purchasing a apartment in Fishguard. I have received an online quote from a licenced conveyancer, which states: "There will be no charge for dealing with the Building Society if you are obtaining a mortgage". I take this to mean that there will be no additional fee if the solicitor is on the RBS conveyancing panel. I wanted to make sure it means there will be no additional fees for dealing with the mortgage.

They are simply saying that the cost for acting for the lender is included in the fee being quoted. It is worth you checking that the Fishguard conveyancing practitioner is on the RBS conveyancing panel.

Are there any apps to help find a Fishguard conveyancing solicitor on the lender conveyancing panel? I have a car and am prepared to travel up to 20miles to attend the solicitor.

Feel free to make use of the find a conveyancing panel search on this website. Please choose the lender and your location, in this case Fishguard and you will see a number of lawyer located nearest Fishguard. Alternatively you can type in the name of your proposed law firm and see if they are listed as being on the mortgage company solicitor panel.

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Typically, Fishguard conveyancing for a purchase has some of the following tasks

  • Lawyer instructed by the buyer on acceptance of the offer
  • Examining the title to the premises
  • Ordering Fishguard conveyancing searches with respect to the title
  • Assessing draft contract pack and other documentation prepared the owner’s property lawyer
  • Submitting queries with the owner’s property lawyer
  • Negotiating the purchase contract
  • Assessing replies supplied by the seller to pre-contract enquiries
  • Agreeing the wording for the Transfer document
  • Advising the buyer in respect of the loan offer: (where applicable)
  • Preparing and sending the buyer a report on title (that is; a breakdown of all findings on the property)
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then completion formalities
  • Preparing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct Land Tax forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration formalities for the change in ownership and the mortgage (if relevant) at the HM Land Registry.

Whether you are going through a divorce or separation or simply wish to transfer your property to someone else, transfer of equity conveyancing in Fishguard has some of the following tasks:

  • Obtaining instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Following instructions from the bank (where appropriate)
  • Negotiating the terms of the transaction
  • Preparing the Transfer or approving draft Transfer
  • Negotiating adjustments to the draft Transfer
  • Corresponding with parties concerning the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and transferring funds to relevant parties
  • Completing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct Land Tax forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration formalities for the change in ownership and the home loan (if relevant) at the HM Land Registry.

Fishguard commercial property solicitors provide expert offering advice on numerous aspects of commercial property law

    Subletting, licences and sharing occupation Offices, retail or industrial units Land use planning and environmental matters Property finance transactions, including disposal and leaseback Telecommunications and broadcast mast sites Property due diligence in connection with corporate acquisitions and disposals

Neighboring Locations

Goodwick
Fishguard
Pembrokeshire
Clarbeston Road

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

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