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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 […]
Read moreWhen buying and selling property, this is one of the first questions you should ask. Knowing the difference between a solicitor and a conveyancer will help you to employ the right person for the job, saving you money or ensuring you have the legal backup you require. What is the difference between a solicitor and […]
Read moreFinding a good conveyancing solicitor will make the process of buying and selling your property run much more smoothly. But how do you find a really good solicitor to handle your conveyancing? What is conveyancing? Put simply, conveyancing is the legal process of transferring the ownership of a property from the seller to the buyer. […]
Read moreConveyancing is an essential aspect in the process for buying and selling properties and can be conducted by a professional conveyancer or a solicitor. The conveyancer ensures that all legal obligations are fulfilled in the property sale or purchase and assists with settlement of the sums of money due and transfer of title to the […]
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When you buy a property, it can be difficult to understand everything that’s involved, and you may find yourself wondering ‘do I need a solicitor and a conveyancer?’, particularly if you’re a first-time buyer. It’s true that one of the things you’ll be asked when you have an offer accepted is for the details of […]
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Buying and selling a house can be a troublesome journey for all of us, and with additional or unexpected costs thrown at you along the way, it’s vital to know exactly what you should and should not pay for. Why do conveyancers charge a fee? The conveyancer plays an important role throughout the process of […]
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When you are selling a house, a conveyancer helps you to carry out the whole process safely and ensures your rights are properly protected throughout the transaction. In order to fulfill a contract of sale with a buyer, it is vital you have a conveyancer on board to help you out. Here is a brief […]
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