Last September we completed a house move in Stafford. We have since encountered a number of issues with the house which we believe were omitted in the conveyancing searches. Is there anything we can do? What searches should? have been carried out as part of conveyancing in Stafford?
It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are unique to conveyancing in Stafford. Conveyancing searches and due diligence undertaken as part of the buying process are designed to help avoid problems. As part of the legal transfer of property, a property owner completes a form known as a SPIF. answers proves to be misleading, you could possibly take legal action against the vendor 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 Stafford.
We are due to move house in February. Will my conveyancing solicitor liaise with the removal company on the completion day. As an aside, can you suggest a removal company in Stafford. Conveyancing lawyer was organised prior to coming across your page.
On the afternoon of completion you will need to collect the house keys from your estate agent but this can only be done when the vendors lawyers advise the agent that the monies to complete are in and the keys can be passed over. You can tell the removal company that you are ready to move in. As a matter of policy we do not suggest a specific removal company but can help you locate a conveyancing in Stafford or a firm with expertise in conveyancing in Stafford.
How can we tell if a Stafford conveyancing solicitor on the Aldermore panel is any good?
When it comes to conveyancing in Stafford seeking recommendations is a sensible start. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one which is cheap as chips. We would always suggest that you speak with the solicitor handling your conveyancing.
The formalities of my purchase has taken place for my property in Stafford. Conveyancing was a necessary evil but I feel I should register my dissatisfaction about the lender. How do I make a complaint?
Almost all banks and building societies have complaints procedures. Your first port of call should be one of the lender’s branches or the Customer Care Team at head office. In most cases complaints to a lender are sorted out very quickly. If you feel the matter is not resolved you can write to Financial Ombudsman Service, South Quay Plaza, 183 Marsh Wall, London E14 9SR who will take matters further.
My relative suggested that where I am buying in Stafford I should carry out a Neighbourhood, Planning and Local Amenity Search. What does it cover?
This is a search is sometimes quoted for as part of the standard Stafford conveyancing searches. It is not a small document of more than thirty pages, listing and detailing important information about Stafford around the property and the people living there. It includes an Aerial Photograph, Planning Applications, Land Use, Mobile Phone Masts, Rights of Way, the local Housing Market, Council Tax Banding, the demographics of People living in the area, the dominant type of Housing, the Average Property Price, Crime statistics, Stafford Education with plans and statistics, Local Amenities and other useful information concerning Stafford.
Despite weeks of looking the Title Certificate and documents to my property can not be found. The lawyers who dealt with the conveyancing in Stafford 5 years ago have long since closed. Will I be able to sell the house?
In today’s world there are duplicates made of almost everything, and your lawyer will be aware exactly where to locate all the suitable paperwork so you can buy or dispose of your property without a hitch. Where copies can’t be found, your solicitor may be able to put in place insurance or indemnities against future claims on the property.
I am downsizing from my home. My former conveyancers has retired. It would be helpful to have a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. Im based in Stafford if that makes a difference.
You should use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Stafford. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with regulated solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move goes with a minimum of fuss.