Much to our surprise we have been advised by our IFA that my Howden the law firm I have appointed is not on the bank Solicitor panel. How can I be sure if this is correct?
The sensible course of action for you to take is to contact your Howden lawyer directly. You lawyer should inform you what has happened. Where they are not on the panel they may recommend you to a Howden conveyancing firm that is on the conveyancing panel for your mortgage company.
We were just about to exchange contracts for a semi detached house in Howden. We have hit a stumbling block. Our loan offer with The Royal Bank of Scotland expires on 26/3/2026 but the vendors are putting forward a completion date of 30/3/2026. Can one extend the loan offer?
The person best placed to address this question is your solicitors who is in a position to assess whether they corresponding with the mortgage company, vendor’s solicitors, property agents or possibly all three based on what has gone on in your transaction as of today.
We are purchasing a house and need a conveyancing solicitor in Howden who is on the Lloyds solicitor panel. Could you point me in the right direction as regards a firm?
Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Lloyds . We don't recommend any particular firms conducting conveyancing in Howden.
I have 70 years unexpired on my lease and need a lease extension for my flat in Howden. Conveyancing solicitors on the Bank of Ireland panel can deal with such extensions right?
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are securing a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Bank of Ireland have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 26/1/2026 the requirements read as follows :
I need some quick conveyancing in Howden as I have an ultimatum to complete within one month. A mortgage is not required. Is it possible to avoid the conveyancing searches to save money and time?
If.Given you are are a cash buyer you are at free not to have searches carried out although no law firm would recommend that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Howden the following are examples of what can show up and adversely affect future saleability: Refused Planning Applications, Outstanding Fees, Outstanding Grants, Road Schemes,...