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FAQs for the Saffron Building Society Conveyancing Panel
I need to swap lawyers as my lawyer is not on the Saffron Building Society panel of conveyancing solicitors. Is it advisable to appoint a new law firm?
If you haven't yet instructed a solicitor to do anything for you and have just received quotes, you're perfectly free to choose a different solicitor to carry out your work for you. The best way is to get recommendations from friends or family who have actually used the solicitor or conveyancer you're considering.
My solicitor has uncovered a discrepancy when comparing the surveyor’s assumptions in Saffron Building Society’s home valuation report and what is revealed within the conveyancing documents. My lawyer has advised that as he is on the Saffron Building Society conveyancing panel he needs to ensure that the lender is with this discrepancy and is still content to lend. Is my solicitor’s course or action appropriate?
A precondition to being on the Saffron Building Society approved panel is to comply with the CML Handbook requirements (last updated for this lender on Saffron Building Society) which do require that your lawyer disclose any incorrect assumptions in the lender’s valuation report and the legal papers. Should you refuse to allow your lawyer to make the appropriate notification then your lawyer will have no choice but to discontinue acting for you.
I am buying a property and require a conveyancing solicitor in Birmingham who is on the Saffron Building Society solicitor. Can you recommend a local solicitor?
Our service is a directory service for firms who wish to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Saffron Building Society . We don’t recommend any particular firm.
I am buying a right to buy flat and getting a mortgage with Saffron Building Society. Can I do my own conveyancing?
Leaving aside the complexities and merits of DIY conveyancing you will have to appoint a solicitor on the Saffron Building Society 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 made in you doing to 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 the Saffron Building Society conveyancing panel in your location.
Are all Conveyancing Quality Solicitors on the Saffron Building Society conveyancing panel?
A selection of lenders now use CQS as the starting point for Panel approval such as HSBC and Santander. CQS accreditation however gives no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. That being said,the Council of Mortgage Lenders have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for firms wishing to remain on their approved list of conveyancing solicitors.
Can you point me to a directory of Saffron Building Society panel conveyancers on the CML Handbook Website?
No. There is no such tool on the Council of Mortgage Lenders or Building Society Association websites. Very few lenders make their panel listings available online.
I am currently in the process of buying my council flat. I have a mortgage agreed with Saffron Building Society. Conveyancing is not something I have any knowledge of. Can I proceed without a solicitor easily? I think we can but we keep being told I should use one. Any advice?
It is not advisable proceed with a house purchase without a solicitor. The council's solicitor are not acting for you. You need a solicitor for a number reasons. One of which is to verify what plans the Council have for repairs and refurbishment for the next five years. Many leaseholders have been stung for contributions of thousands of pounds. In any event if you are getting a mortgage with Saffron Building Society you will need to appoint a solicitor on the Saffron Building Society conveyancing panel.