My partner and I are selling our property in Underwood and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a possibility that the property was constructed on contaminated land. A local conveyancer would know that there is no such problem. It does beg the question why the buyers instructed a national conveyancing firm rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Underwood. Having lived in Underwood for 5 years we know of no issue. Is it a good idea to contact our local Authority to seek clarification that the buyers are looking for.
It would appear that you have a conveyancing firm already. What do they say? You need to 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 health insurance to cover that same illness)
Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly identified during conveyancing in Underwood?
Covenants that are restrictive in nature can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the process of conveyancing in Underwood. An 1874 stipulation that was seen was ‘The houses to be erected on the estate are each to be of a uniform elevation in accordance with the drawings to be prepared or approved by the vendor’s surveyor…’
How does conveyancing in Underwood differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build residence in Underwood contact us having been asked by the builder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is constructed. This is because developers in Underwood 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 Underwood or who has acted in the same development.
I have been pointed in your direction by numerous property agents in Underwood to find a property lawyer on your site. Is there a financial upside for Estate Agents to market your lawyers over and above alternative conveyancing organisations?
We refuse to give any financial incentive for pointing buyers and sellers to this site. We thought it would be too underhand a fee because a client could think, ‘Why is the agent getting a kickback? Why am I not getting any benefit too?’ We would prefer to grow our business on genuine recommendations.
I need to instruct a conveyancing solicitor for some conveyancing in Underwood. I've stumble across a site which seems to have the perfect offering If there is a chance to get all formalities completed via email that would be ideal. Should I be wary? What are the potential pitfalls?
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?
I'm purchasing a flat in Underwood. I have found my conveyancer's company on the CLC list, but I can't find my lawyer's name on the list. Should I be concerned?
Not every individual in the company must be listed by the regulator. Provided there is someone qualified to 'oversee' the transaction, the actual day-to-day activity can be undertaken by unlicensed staff.