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Selecting the right solicitor is the most important decision when it comes to your Godalming conveyancing

Main reasons to use our service to help you select a local conveyancing solicitor in Godalming

  • 1 Solicitor conveyancing solicitors have valuable personal connections with Godalming selling agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 2 The Godalming conveyancing firms that are identified are committed to supplying value for money, efficient and transparent conveyancing service to borrowers, sellers and remortgagors in Godalming
  • 3 Using a a family Solicitor on the whole means that you will receive a more bespoke service. When using a large conveyancing firm, your conveyancing is handled by a team of people who who progress matters by reading from their computer screens.
  • 4 Excellent communication and a wealth of expertise are key benefits that you should seek when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Godalming property deals can be made a lot more protracted because of lack of transparency between all the parties. The lawyers listed strive to make sure that communication channels are open and act on arising issues and developments instantly.
  • 5 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Godalming is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by large estate agency chains) often falls short of the high standards of professionalism you would hope for.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Godalming since January 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Godalming

Do lenders provide you with an approved list of Godalming conveyancing solicitors? How do you know who is on the Leeds Building Society conveyancing panel?

Godalming conveyancing firms themselves provide us confirmation that they are on the Leeds Building Society conveyancing panel as opposed to being supplied with a list from Leeds Building Society directly.

I am considering applying for a Aldermore mortgage for purchase of a new build (under development) in Godalming with 65 per cent loan to value. Is it compulsory to choose a solicitor on the conveyancing panel for Aldermore ?

In theory, you could use a solicitor that is not on the Aldermore conveyancing panel, but Aldermore would require one of their panel solicitors to be instructed to act in their interests, and you'd have to pay for this - so most people instruct a panel solicitor. It's also easier, as otherwise you'd have to deal with two solicitors for the same conveyancing matter.

We are aiming to move home in June. Should my conveyancing solicitor communicate with the removal company on the day of completion. On a separate note, can you put forward a removal company in Godalming. Conveyancing firm was chosen prior to coming across your site.

On the day of completion you can collect the house keys from the estate agent however this should only happen after the sellers conveyancers confirm to the agent that the monies to complete are in and the keys can be released. After that you can tell the removal company that they can start moving you in. We do not recommend a particular removal company but can assist you in locating a conveyancing in Godalming or a solicitor that specialises in conveyancing in Godalming.

We had selected conveyancing lawyers based in Godalming on the UBS solicitor approved list. They are now charging me an additional charge for dealing with the UBS mortgage. Is this a supplemental conveyancing fee specified by UBS?

As unfair as it may seem, as long as it’s in their Terms and Conditions or estimate then yes your solicitor may levy a fee for this. This charge is not dictated by UBS but by your Godalming solicitor. Numerous firms on the UBS panel will quote an ‘acting for lender’ fee and others do not.

I was told three weeks ago that my mortgage has been agreed to by TSB. Is it usual for TSB to only issue the offer once my solicitor in Godalming is approved on their conveyancing panel? TSB have asked my solicitor to see a copy of their Professional Indemnity Insurance Schedule.

Mortgage companies tend not to not issue an offer until they have details of a lawyer on their panel. It can take a few weeks for TSB to deal with your lawyer's application to be on the TSB conveyancing panel. There's no guarantee that your solicitor will be accepted.

Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly picked up during conveyancing in Godalming?

Restrictive covenants can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the process of conveyancing in Godalming. 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…’

I need to find a conveyancing solicitor for my conveyancing in Godalming. I have discover a site which looks to be the ideal solution If it is possible to get all the legals done via phone that would be preferable. Should I 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?

Looking forward to sign contracts shortly on a garden flat in Godalming. Conveyancing solicitors have said that they are sending me a report next week. Are there areas in the report that I should be focusing on?

The report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in Godalming should include some of the following:

    The length of the lease term. You should receive guidance as what happens when the lease ends, and informed of the importance of not letting the lease term falling below eighty years Setting out your rights in respect of common areas in the building.By way of example, does the lease contain a right of way over an accessway or hallways? Repair and maintenance of the property Does the lease prohibit wood flooring? Responsibility to repair and maintain the main walls and foundations. It is important that you know which party is responsible the repair and maintenance of every part of the building
For details of the information to be included in your report on your leasehold property in Godalming please ask your lawyer in advance of your conveyancing in Godalming.

Godalming Leasehold Conveyancing - A selection of Questions you should ask Prior to buying

    Is anyone aware of any major works on the horizon that could increase the maintenance charges? Best to be warned if changing the roof or some other major work is due in the foreseeable future to be shared amongst the leasehold owners and will dramatically increase the the maintenance costs or necessitate a specific payment. Does the lease contain onerous restrictions?

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Godalming

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Godalming specialising in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This will likely include advice on wrongful eviction

  • Stan Baring Solicitor, Suite 3, 21 Woodside Park, Catteshall Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1LG
  • Ulaw (uk) Limited, The University of Law, Braboeuf Manor, Portsmouth Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 1HA
  • Gbh Law Limited, Oak House Tanshire Park, Shackleford Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 6LB
  • Richard Pietrowski & Co, 4 The Mount, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 4HN
  • Stevens & Bolton Llp, Wey House, Farnham Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4YD

Domestic Licensed Conveyancers in Godalming regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers

Please note that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Godalming but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.
  • Michael J Wey Ltd, Suite 2 Stoneyard House, GU7 3EH
  • Brockington Carroll, Elm House, Shackleford Road, GU8 6LB
  • Lyons And Company Conveyancing Llp, The Old Estate Office, Wilderness Road , GU2 7QR
  • The Partnership (2009) Limited, Artillery House, GU1 4QH
  • Parklands Property Lawyers Ltd, Headley House, GU2 9JX

Planning law solicitors in Godalming regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The solicitors listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Godalming specialising in planning law. This could include advice on making sure people do what the planning regulations say
  • Gbh Law Limited, Oak House Tanshire Park, Shackleford Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 6LB
  • Stevens & Bolton Llp, Wey House, Farnham Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4YD
  • Barlow Robbins Llp, The Oriel, Sydenham Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 3SR
  • Setfords Law Ltd, Jenner House, 1a Jenner Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 3PH
  • Twm Solicitors Llp, 65 Woodbridge Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4RD

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

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