I went with a Knebworth based solicitor for my conveyancing in Knebworth last week. Going through the Terms and Conditions I seeI am on the hook for charges even where the transaction does not complete. Should I go with them or appoint a web based firm promising no-sale-no-fee conveyancing in Knebworth?
It is usually a trade off in that if "No Sale No Fee" is offered then the conveyancing charges will tend to be be more expensive to neutralise the transactions that fail to complete. Do bear in mind that such promotions tend not to protect you from disbursements for instance Knebworth conveyancing search charges.
My partner and I have recently bought a house in Knebworth. We have noticed several issues with the house which we believe were missed in the conveyancing searches. Is there anything we can do? Can you clarify the nature of searches that should have been ordered as part of conveyancing in Knebworth?
The query is vague as to the nature of the problems and if they are unique to conveyancing in Knebworth. Conveyancing searches and due diligence undertaken during the legal transfer of property are carried out to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a property owner completes a form called a Seller’s Property Information Form. answers proves to be inaccurate, you could possibly take legal action against the vendor for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Knebworth.
A friend advised me that in buying a property in Knebworth there may be a number of restrictions prohibiting external alterations to a property. Is this right?
There are a number of properties in Knebworth which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to execute external variations. Part of the conveyancing in Knebworth should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.
Is there a list of Kent Reliance panel conveyancers in Knebworth on the Building Society Association’s Website?
No. There is no such directory service on the Council of Mortgage Lenders or Building Society Association websites. A small selection of banks make their panel listings open the public over the internet. Where you are seeking to appoint a Knebworth property lawyer on the Kent Reliance please use our tool.
It is not clear whether my lender requires a lease extension. I have telephoned my Knebworth bank branch on a couple of occasions and was reassured it wasn't an issue and they would lend. My Knebworth conveyancing solicitor - who is on the mortgage company conveyancing panel- telephoned and was told they would not lend in accordance with their UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook minimum lease term requirements. Who do I believe?
The property lawyer must follow the Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook Part 2 specifications for your 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 left on the lease.
I have been told that property searches are the main cause of hinderance in Knebworth house deals. Is this right?
The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) has noted the conclusions of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not feature amongst the top 10 causes of hindrances during the legal transfer of property. Searches are not likely to feature in any delay in conveyancing in Knebworth.
Hoping to buy a property located in Knebworth and I am already nervous. I couldn't find anything specific about Knebworth. Conveyancing will be needed in due course but do you know about the Knebworth area? or perhaps some other tips you can share?
Rather than looking online forget looking online you should go and have a look at Knebworth. In the meantime here are some basic statistics that we found
In my capacity as executor for the estate of my grandmother I am selling a property in Swansea but live in Knebworth. My solicitor (based 235 kilometers from merequires that I sign a stat dec ahead of completion. Can you recommend a conveyancing lawyer in Knebworth to witness this legal document for me?
Technically speaking you are unlikely to be required to have the documents witnessed by a conveyancing solicitor. Normally any notary public or qualified solicitor will do regardless of whether they are Knebworth based