Having been told to check out your company we were about to go ahead with a conveyancing solicitor in Stanwell found on your site but stumbled across some other fee calculations via the web look less expensive – how come?

There are many firms of conveyancers offering theoretically looks to be very low prices. Our advice is to think long and hard as to how important this transaction is to you that you are willing to take 'cheap' risks over the standard of the conveyancing. Many of them list a budget fee to grab your attention but hide extra fees in the small print..

What does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Stanwell? What am I being asked for?

Stanwell conveyancing solicitors as well as nationwide property practitioners throughout the UK have an obligation under money laundering regulations to check the identity of any client in order to satisfy themselves that clients are who they say they are.

Conveyancing clients are required to produce two forms of certified ID; proof of ID (usually a Passport or Driving Licence) and proof of address (typically a Bank Statement no more than three months).

Confirmation of the origin of monies is also necessary under the money laundering statutes as lawyers are duty bound to investigate that the monies you are using to purchase a property (be it the exchange deposit or the full purchase monies if you are buying without a mortgage) has come from legitimate source (such as an inheritance) and is not the fruits of criminal behaviour.

I am buying a terrace house in Stanwell. Our aim is to convert the garage to a playroom at the property.Will legal investigations on the property include investigations to ascertain if these works are allowed?

Your solicitor should check the deeds as conveyancing in Stanwell can occasionally reveal restrictions in the title documents which prevent categories of works or need the permission of a 3rd party. Many additions call for local authority planning permissions and approval in accordance building regulations. Certain locations are designated conservation areas and special planning restrictions apply which often prevent or impact extensions. You should check these things with a surveyor before you commit yourself to a purchase.

Are all Stanwell Conveyancing Quality Solicitors on the conveyancing panel?

A selection of lenders now make use of CQS as the starting point for Panel approval such as HSBC and Santander. CQS accreditation however is no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. That being said,the CML have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for firms wishing to remain on their approved list of firms.

Can I be sure that the Stanwell conveyancing solicitor on the panel is any good?

When it comes to conveyancing in Stanwell getting recommendations is a good 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 advertising the lowest fees. We would always advocate that you speak with the solicitor carrying out your transaction.

I need to appoint a conveyancing solicitor for remortgage conveyancing in Stanwell. I've discover a site which seems to have the ideal solution If there is a chance to get all formalities completed via phone that would be preferable. Should I be concerned? What should out be looking out for?

As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?

I’m about to sell my 2 bed apartment in Stanwell. Conveyancing has not commenced, however I have recently received a yearly service charge invoice – what should I do?

It best that you discharge the maintenance contribution as you normally would as all ground rent and maintenance charges will be apportioned on completion, so you will be reimbursed by the buyer for the period running from after the completion date to the next payment date. Most managing agents will not acknowledge the buyer until the service charges have been paid and are up to date, so it is important for both buyer and seller for the seller to show that they are up to date. Having a clear account will assist your cause and will leave you no worse off financially.

I am the registered owner of a studio flat in Stanwell, conveyancing having been completed 1995. How much will my lease extension cost? Corresponding flats in Stanwell with a long lease are worth £165,000. The ground rent is £45 charged once a year. The lease ceases on 21st October 50

With just 50 years left to run we estimate the premium for your lease extension to span between £36,100 and £41,800 as well as costs.

The figure above a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we cannot give you a more accurate figure without more comprehensive due diligence. You should not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There may be additional issues that need to be taken into account and clearly you want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not take any other action based on this information before getting professional advice.