Last October we completed a house move in Sileby. We have noticed several issues with the house which we believe were overlooked in the conveyancing searches. Is there anything we can do? What searches should? have been ordered for conveyancing in Sileby?

It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are relate to conveyancing in Sileby. Conveyancing searches and due diligence undertaken during the buying process are supposed to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a property owner completes a form referred to as a Seller’s Property Information Form. If the information is incorrect, 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 Sileby.

I am purchasing a new build flat in Sileby. How practical is it for me to do the conveyancing?

Leaving aside the complexities and merits of DIY conveyancing in Sileby you will have to appoint a solicitor on your lender's conveyancing panel to look after their interests. Most people therefore find it easier to let the solicitor act for them and the lender. Furthermore there is minimal cost savings to be made in you doing conveyancing for yourself and another lawyer conducting the conveyancing for the lender. Please feel free to use the search tool to find a lawyer on your lender panel in Sileby.

Despite weeks of looking the Title Certificate and documents to our property are lost. The conveyancers who dealt with the conveyancing in Sileby 5 years ago are no longer around. What are my next steps?

Nowadays there are duplicates made of almost everything, and your conveyancer should be aware precisely where to find all the relevant paperwork so you can purchase or sell your house without a hitch. Where duplicates are not available, your lawyer may be able to arrange cover in the form of insurance or indemnities protecting you against future claims on the premises.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold element on a property I have offered on last month in what was supposed to be a simple, chain free conveyancing. Sileby is the location of the property. Can you shed any light on this issue?

Flying freeholds in Sileby are rare but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Sileby you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds thoroughly. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Sileby may determine 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'm buying a apartment in Sileby. I have found my conveyancer's company on the Law Society's list, but I can't find my conveyancer's name on the list. Is this a big problem?

Not every individual in the practice must be listed by the regulator. Provided there is a manager qualified to 'oversee' the transaction, the actual day-to-day activity can be undertaken by unqualified staff.