My partner and I have recently bought a house in Stanstead Abbotts. We have since encountered a number of problems with the property which we believe were omitted in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? What searches should? have been conducted as part of conveyancing in Stanstead Abbotts?
The query is vague as to the nature of the problems and if they are unique to conveyancing in Stanstead Abbotts. Conveyancing searches and investigations initiated as part of the legal transfer of property are supposed to help avoid problems. As part of the legal transfer of property, a property owner fills in a questionnaire referred to as a Seller’s Property Information Form. answers turns out to be misleading, then you may have a claim against the seller 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 Stanstead Abbotts.
My partner and I are close to exchanging contracts on the sale of our home in Stanstead Abbotts and according to the buyers it appears that there is a risk of it being constructed land that was not decontaminated. A high street Stanstead Abbotts conveyancer would know that there is no such problem. It does beg the question why the purchasers instructed a national conveyancing practice rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Stanstead Abbotts. Having lived in Stanstead Abbotts for 4 years we know of no issue. Should we get in touch with our local Authority to get confirmation need.
It would appear that you have a conveyancing lawyer already. What do they say? You must enquire of your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out life insurance to cover that same sickness)
I have justdiscovered that Arc property Solicitors have been shut down. They carried out my conveyancing in Stanstead Abbotts for a purchase of a freehold house 10 months ago. How can I check that the property is not still registered in the name of the former proprietor?
The quickest way to see if the premises is registered to you, you can make a search of the land registry (£3.00). You can either do this yourself or ask a law firm to do this for you. If you are not registered you can seek help from one of a number of Stanstead Abbotts conveyancing specialists.
How does conveyancing in Stanstead Abbotts differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build property in Stanstead Abbotts come to us having been asked by the housebuilder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is built. This is because developers in Stanstead Abbotts typically buy 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 conveyancers 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 Stanstead Abbotts or who has acted in the same development.
I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold element on a house I put an offer in last month in what should have been a quick, no chain conveyancing. Stanstead Abbotts is the location of the property. What do you suggest?
Flying freeholds in Stanstead Abbotts are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Stanstead Abbotts you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds thoroughly. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Stanstead Abbotts may ascertain that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold property.
I need to instruct a conveyancing solicitor in Stanstead Abbotts for my home move. Is there any facility to review a solicitor's complaints history with the legal regulator?
You may review presented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) decisions stemming from investigations from 2008 onwards. Go to Check a solicitor's record. To find records about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a firm's history, ring 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. For non-uk callers, use +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA may recorded telephone calls for training reasons.