I hired a local solicitor for my conveyancing in Robertsbridge last week. Reviewing the Terms and Conditions it is apparent thatwe are responsible for costs even if the movedoes not proceed. Would I be best advised to choose a web based firm promising no completion no cost conveyancing in Robertsbridge?
It is usually ‘give and take’ in that if "No Completion No Fee" is offered then the fee levels will generally be higher to offset the cases that do not proceed. You should be mindful that these offerings tend not to protect you from outlay e.g. Robertsbridge conveyancing search costs.
My husband and I are hoping to buy a 1 bedroom flat in Robertsbridge with a homeloan from National Westminster Bank.We have a Robertsbridge conveyancing practitioner but National Westminster Bank informed us her practice is not listed on their approved list of firms. We have to appoint a National Westminster Bank panel firm or retain our preferred solicitor and pay for a National Westminster Bank panel lawyer to act for them. This seems very unfair; is there anything we can do?
No, not really. The mortgage issued to you is subject to its terms and conditions, a common one being that conveyancers must be on the National Westminster Bank solicitor panel. in the past, most lenders had large numbers of law firms on their panels: a borrower could find one for themselves, as long as it was on the lender's panel. The lender would then simply instruct the borrower's lawyers to act for the lender, too. You can use your lender's panel lawyers or you could borrow from another lender which does not restrict your choice. A further alternative is for your lawyer to apply to be on the conveyancing panel for National Westminster Bank
I completed on my apartment on 1 February and the transaction details is yet to be on the land registry website. Any reason for this? My conveyancing solicitor in Robertsbridge said it should be formalised in a couple of weeks. Are transfers in Robertsbridge uniquely lengthy to register?
As far as conveyancing in Robertsbridge is concerned, registration is no quicker or slower than the rest of England and Wales. Rather than based on location, timeframes can adjust according to the party submitting the application, whether there are errors and if the Land registry communicate with any third parties. At present approximately 80% of such applications are completed within 12 days but occasionally there can be longer delays. Registration occurs after the purchaser has moved in to the premises so post completion formalities is not always an essential issue but if there is a degree of urgency associated with the registration then you or your conveyancer can speak with the land registry and explain the circumstances.
How does conveyancing in Robertsbridge differ for newly converted properties?
Most buyers of new build premises in Robertsbridge approach us having been asked by the developer to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the residence is built. This is because new home sellers in Robertsbridge usually purchase the real estate, 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 property lawyers 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 Robertsbridge or who has acted in the same development.
As co-executor for the estate of my grandfather I am selling a residence in Swansea but reside in Robertsbridge. My solicitor (who is 250 kilometers awayneeds me to execute a stat dec prior to completion. Could you suggest a conveyancing practitioner in Robertsbridge to attest and place their company stamp on the document?
Technically speaking you are unlikely to be required to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Ordinarily or notary public or qualified solicitor will be fine regardless of whether they are Robertsbridge based
There are a number of conveyancing practitioners listed on your site but can you recommend a good conveyancer to do the acquisition of a flat in Robertsbridge. We are hoping to purchase the flat for £240000 with a mortgage from TSB. We are in Robertsbridge but dont mind where they are.
The purpose of this site is limited to being a directory service for property lawyers who want to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for TSB in certain locations such as Robertsbridge . We dont recommend any particular conveyancer.