Why do I have to pay up front when it comes to conveyancing in Worcestershire?
If you are buying a property in Worcestershire your solicitor will request that you to provide them with funds to cover the search fees. Generally this is asked for to cover the fees of the Local Authority Search. If any down payment is as part of the purchase price then this should be asked for shortly before contracts are exchanged. Any further balance that is needed will be payable shortly before completion.
What is your number one tip for choosing a conveyancing solicitor in Worcestershire
We would encourage you not to base your choice on the lowest Worcestershire conveyancing fees. You really do get what you’re paying for when it comes to property lawyers. A cheap quote may mean that the conveyancing solicitor is handling a lot of jobs at one time and you won’t get the quality of service and the attention that you need. It is, however, wise to use a conveyancer who has a fixed fee on a no sale, no fee basis. This way, you go into the conveyancing with your eyes wide open.
I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I have offered on a fortnight ago in what should have been a simple, no chain conveyancing. Worcestershire is the location of the property. Can you shed any light on this issue?
Flying freeholds in Worcestershire are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Worcestershire you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds diligently. Your mortgage company may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Worcestershire may ascertain 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 residence.