Recently been in touch with my conveyancing lawyer in Sefton who completed the legal work two years ago and wanted a conveyancing costs illustration based on the same type of house sale & purchase (a leasehold property and a freehold premises) of almost identical values with a loan from Platform Home Loans Ltd. I am now being quoted double. Stick with what I know or should I seek out a cheaper internet property lawyer?
The quote is slightly on the high side. If you are willing to invest time comparing costs you may be able to get the conveyancing a bit cheaper by say £125. On the other hand, assuming were happy with the legal work the firm offered you couldlive to regret opting for an an unknown solicitor. Don't forget to be sure the solicitor can also act for Platform Home Loans Ltd. Do utilise our search tool to locate a Sefton conveyancing firm on the Platform Home Loans Ltd member panel, which can often include conveyancing solicitors in Sefton.
How does conveyancing in Sefton differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build premises in Sefton contact us having been asked by the builder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the residence is built. This is because builders in Sefton tend to purchase the site, 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 accustomed to new build conveyancing in Sefton or who has acted in the same development.
Due to the guidance of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a house in Sefton before retaining lawyers. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold overhang to the house. The surveyor has said that some lenders may refuse to grant a loan on a flying freehold home.
It depends who your proposed lender is. HSBC has different instructions from Nationwide. Should you wish to call us we can investigate further via the relevant mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Sefton. Conveyancing can be more complicated and therefore you should check with your conveyancing solicitor in Sefton to see if the conveyancing will be more expensive.
I am a sole trader hoping to lease a unit on the high street. Can you recommend conveyancers offering competitive fees for non-domestic conveyancing in Sefton for less than 1500k?
We can recommend firms who have an in-depth of experience of commercial conveyancing in Sefton, including the disposal and purchase of businesses as well as simply property. Whether you are intending to purchase or lease a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail premises or a whole business we can put you in touch with the right lawyer. As for the costs this will depend on the structure and nuances of the deal. Please provide us with your details or phone so as to enable us to supply you with a detailed commercial conveyancing quote.
I need to find a conveyancing solicitor for some conveyancing in Sefton. I have chance upon a site which seems to have the ideal offering If it is possible to get all the legals done via phone that would be ideal. Do I need to 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?
My husband and I plan to buy our 1st property in Sefton. Conveyancing lawyer has been chosen. The broker pointed out that a survey is not needed as the house was only constructed in 1997.
You would be best advised to undertake a Home Buyer's Report. As the premises was built over a decade ago the property will be without a warranty, so you don't want to take a risk. For a property that age with no signs of defects a Home Buyer's report could be enough. The report should highlight any apparent problems and suggest additional investigation where relevant. If there are any signs of material issues seek a full structural survey.