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Solicitors

Solicitors

The solicitor and his staff make a conveyancing transaction happen. This is why the choice of solicitor is so important. Nothing is guaranteed in a property transaction, and the effectiveness of the service which your solicitor offers can very often make a difference between moving into the house you really want and losing it.

Most people are either buying for the first time, or are buying one house and selling their old house at the same time.

The person who is buying and selling at the same time will usually want the sale and purchase to happen together. The first time buyer does not have this problem, but both can be involved in a long "chain" of transactions involving a number of other people all trying to do the same thing.

This is one area where the solicitor's skill, experience and effectiveness are vital to ensure that your move goes as smoothly as possible.

Despite appearances, conveyancing is a complex process. Land law is complicated, full of traps for the unwary.

The solicitor must check that the property being bought has a good title. This means checking that there is nothing wrong with the property from a legal point of view. If these checks are not carried out properly, purchasers can find themselves with serious problems after they have bought. Sometimes, problems such as these only come to light when the property is next marketed for sale. Problems at that time can cause heartache and expense which can normally be avoided if proper care is taken before buying a property in the first place.

However, be aware that in most cases the solicitors will NOT visit the property. This means that if there is anything out of the ordinary which you feel your solicitor should know about you should mention it.

The solicitor handles all the money involved in the transaction, accounting to his client after the move has been completed. This can involve handling very large sums.

The solicitor should also be able to advise on all the financial implications of your move, including advice about mortgages and insurance.

It is our aim to provide the high level of advice and efficiency which home buyers need.