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Selecting the right solicitor is the most important decision when it comes to your Putney Vale house move

Main reasons to let us help you select a local conveyancing solicitor in Putney Vale

  • 1 No matter what any alternative companies say it could be important to pop into your solicitor to sign legal papers. There are various parties with with an interest in a house sale without needing to add Royal Mail into the mix.
  • 2 Putney Vale solicitors work in partnership with Putney Vale estate agents, house builders, surveyors, lenders and other professionals to make sure that the highest level of service is provided to home movers every step of the way, never losing sight of the time-critical nature behind your conveyancing transaction
  • 3 Cut price packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these firms are often located many kilometers away with limited understanding of the factors that impact property transactions in Putney Vale
  • 4 Putney Vale solicitors have a significant advantage when it comes to Putney Vale conveyancing as they have valuable local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other matters that can affect your conveyancing
  • 5 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Putney Vale is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) sometimes falls short of the high standards of professionalism you will expect.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Putney Vale since April 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Putney Vale

I am nearing an exchange on a property in Putney Vale and my mum and dad have transferred the ten percent deposit to my conveyancing practitioner. I am now told that as the deposit has been sent from someone other than me my solicitor needs to disclose this to my bank. 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 disclosed to the bank about my parents' contribution when I applied for the home loan, so is it really appropriate for him to raise this?

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

It is is a decade since I acquired my house in Putney Vale. Conveyancing lawyers have now been appointed on the sale but I can't track down my title deeds. Will this jeopardise the sale?

Don’t worry too much. First the deeds may be retained by your lender or they may still be with the lawyers who acted in the purchase. Secondly the chances are that the property will be registered at the land registry and you will be able to establish that you are the registered owner by your conveyancing lawyers acquiring up to date copy of the land registers. Most conveyancing in Putney Vale relates to registered property but in the unlikely event that your home is not registered it is more of a problem but is resolvable.

Is it necessary to take out insurance to protect me from financial exposure to chancel repairs when buying a residence in Putney Vale?

Unless a previous purchase of the house took place after 12 October 2013 you can assume that lawyers handling conveyancing in Putney Vale to continue to suggest a chancel search and or insurance against a claim.

How does conveyancing in Putney Vale differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build premises in Putney Vale come to us having been asked by the builder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the residence is completed. This is because builders in Putney Vale usually buy the land, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct conveyancing solicitors as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are used to new build conveyancing in Putney Vale or who has acted in the same development.

What does commercial conveyancing in Putney Vale cover?

Non domestic conveyancing in Putney Vale covers a broad range of guidance, given by regulated solicitors, relating to business premises. By way of example, this type of conveyancing can cover the sale or purchase of freehold business premises or, more commonly, the assignment of existing business tenancies 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 find a conveyancing solicitor for leasehold conveyancing in Putney Vale. I happened to discover a site which appears to be the ideal solution If it is possible to get all this stuff done via phone that would be preferable. Should I be wary? What should out be looking out for?

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?

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Putney Vale

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Putney Vale specialising in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This should include advice on Rent Act Protected, Assured and Assured Shorthold tenancies

  • Slater Bradley & Co, 198 Upper Richmond Road, London, SW15 2SH
  • Russell - Cooke Llp, 2 Putney Hill, London, SW15 6AB
  • Gibson Young Solicitors Llp, 111-117 Putney High Street, Putney, London, London, SW15 1SS
  • Mapletoft & Co, 39-43 Putney High Street, Putney, London, SW15 1SP
  • Swabey & Co, Riverbank House, 1 Putney Bridge Approach, London, SW6 3JD

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Putney Vale regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Putney Vale with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Putney Vale. This will likely include advice on granting a lease to a commercial tenant
  • Cearns Kay, Apsley House, 176 Upper Richmond Road, London, London, London, SW15 2SH
  • Slater Bradley & Co, 198 Upper Richmond Road, London, SW15 2SH
  • Russell - Cooke Llp, 2 Putney Hill, London, SW15 6AB
  • Gibson Young Solicitors Llp, 111-117 Putney High Street, Putney, London, London, SW15 1SS
  • Mapletoft & Co, 39-43 Putney High Street, Putney, London, SW15 1SP

Planning law solicitors in Putney Vale regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Putney Vale practicing in planning law. This should include advice on compulsory purchases in Putney Vale
  • Russell - Cooke Llp, 2 Putney Hill, London, SW15 6AB
  • Sutton-mattocks & Co Llp, 1 Rocks Lane, London, SW13 0DE
  • Parfitt Cresswell, 593-599 Fulham Road, London, London, SW6 5UA
  • Mark Taylor & Company, 310 Harbour Yard, Chelsea Harbour, London, SW10 0XD
  • Techlawyer Limited, 22 Groveside Court, Lombard Road, London, SW11 3RQ

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

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