My brother and I have recently purchased a house in Woodcote. We have noticed several problems with the property which we believe were missed in the conveyancing searches. Do we have any recourse? What searches should? have been ordered as part of conveyancing in Woodcote?
It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are relate to conveyancing in Woodcote. Conveyancing searches and due diligence undertaken as part of the buying process are carried out to help avoid problems. As part of the legal transfer of property, a seller completes a document called a SPIF. If the information proves to be inaccurate, then you may have a claim against the owner 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 Woodcote.
We are buying a house and require a conveyancing solicitor in Woodcote who is on the Leeds Building Society solicitor panel. Can you recommend a local solicitor?
Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Leeds Building Society . We don't recommend any particular firms conducting conveyancing in Woodcote.
Do I need to pay for insurance to cover chancel repairs when purchasing a residence in Woodcote?
Unless a prior purchase of the property completed post 12 October 2013 you could assume that solicitors conducting conveyancing in Woodcote to continue to propose a a chancel search and or insurance against a claim.
I am purchasing a new build house in Woodcote with the aid of help to buy. The developers would not budge the price so I negotiated £7000 of fixtures and fittings instead. The property agent advised me not reveal to my solicitor about the deal as it may affect my mortgage with the lender. Do I keep my lawyer in the dark?.
All lenders require a Disclosure of Incentives Form from the developer of any new build, converted or renovated property, It is available online from the Lenders’ Handbook page on the CML website. CML form is completed and handed to the lender's surveyor when the inspection is done.
Lenders have different policies on incentives. Some accept none at all, cash or physical, while others will accept cash incentives up to 5%.
Hard to understand why the representative of a builder would be suggesting you withold information from a solicitor when all this will be clearly visible on forms the builder has to supply to its solicitor, the buyer's solicitor and the surveyor.
I opted to have a survey carried out on a house in Woodcote in advance of appointing lawyers. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold element to the house. The surveyor has said that some mortgage companies may not grant a loan on a flying freehold house.
It depends who your proposed lender is. Bank of Scotland has different instructions from Halifax. Should you wish to call us we can check with the relevant bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Woodcote. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Woodcote especially if they are acquainted with such properties in Woodcote.
I am looking to sell my home. My past conveyancers has retired. I would be grateful for any recommendation of a conveyancing firm. Im based in Woodcote if that makes things easier.
Do use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Woodcote. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with lender approved solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move goes with a minimum of fuss.