Choosing a Great Conveyancing Solicitor: Your Essential Guide
Essential guide of what to look for when choosing a conveyancer or conveyancing solicitor.
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Essential guide of what to look for when choosing a conveyancer or conveyancing solicitor.
A conveyancing solicitor is a lawyer who specialises in the legal aspects of buying and selling property. Their role is to assist with the transfer of property ownership from the seller to the buyer.
Your conveyancer or solicitor does not necessarily need to be local to you. It may be useful for your solicitor to have knowledge of the local area, but it is not essential.
Although it may lead to a smoother transaction because of the established relationship between the Estate Agent and the solicitor, there may be increased fees due to referral commissions between the estate agent and the solicitor. It’s important to do your research to avoid any hidden fees.
The average timeframe for conveyancing is 8-12 weeks. Factors that can impact the time it takes include results of surveys, the complexity of the sale, and the length of the property chain.
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