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Buying a new home is complicated enough so the last thing you need is what seems like a whole new language to learn, just to get through the process. From gazumping to title deeds, there is a whole lot of jargon involved that seems like it was specifically designed to confuse you. This is why […]
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If you are buying or selling a property in England or Wales you will employ the services of a conveyancing solicitor or conveyancer to undertake the legal process for you. The difference between a conveyancer and conveyancing solicitor is Conveyancing Solicitor Fully qualified solicitor that specialises in property transactions but is also trained in other […]
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If you are about to become involved in a property transaction as either a buyer or a seller, you might be wondering whether it is possible to speed up the process and save some money by using the same conveyancing solicitor as the other party involved. It stands to reason that doing so would aid […]
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When you buy or sell a property in England and Wales, you need to hire a legal professional to act on your behalf. This person can either be a Conveyancing Solicitor or a Licensed Conveyancer. Both these professionals have very different educational and professional backgrounds, so which should you choose? When you search for a […]
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There are a lot of questions you may be asking yourself when it comes to choosing your conveyancing solicitor. One of those will likely be: Do I Need To Use A Local Solicitor To Buy Or Sell My House? This article will hopefully help you come to a decision about this… When it comes to […]
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Buying and selling houses involves a lot of complicated legal processes; referred to in a number of technical ways. We’ve put together a glossary of common terms to help you understand your conveyancing journey. Abstract of Title This is a schedule listing the documents that set out the history of ownership of a property. Adopted […]
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The CMA (Competition & Markets Authority) believes consumers “find it hard to make informed choices because there is very little transparency about price, service and quality… This lack of transparency weakens competition between providers.” As from December 2018, conveyancing solicitors in England and Wales are legally obliged to publish their fees on their websites. Until […]
Read moreAs the process of buying and selling properties is becoming more transparent, new regulations are evolving continuously. The most recent change is going to be that conveyancers will be required to publish their service standards and prices online. The Council for Licensed Conveyancers says this is to help consumers make informed choices when they need a lawyer, […]
Read moreOn average, the exchange of contracts for a property purchase in the UK takes six-eight weeks. However, the conveyancing process can be longer or shorter depending on the complexity of the purchase. When do I exchange contracts? Exchange usually takes place seven to 28 days before completion, although it is possible to exchange and complete […]
Read moreMany people often wonder why it takes so long for solicitors to exchange contracts, whether it is a sale or purchase. Sale and purchases are split in terms of the work that’s needed. Both sales and purchases have pre-exchange and post-exchange work, although it’s worth knowing that these two are not equal in terms of […]
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