Is there a reason to use a Barlaston conveyancing solicitors firm given that web based conveyancers are easier on the wallet?

By all means make sure that you get 2 or 3 like-for-like quotes for conveyancing costs in Barlaston and you should seek an affordable fee calculation but don’t waste your energy hunting for the lowest priced Barlaston conveyancer. Locating the right conveyancer can mark the distinction between a smooth and a frustrating house move. You need to ensure that you have expert guidance from an experienced conveyancer. Emails can't replace a phone discussion and can never replicate a one to one appointment. The firms that we work with will find you a qualified and top rated conveyancing solicitor that will deal with your conveyancing from start to finish, providing a level of continuity that you rarely receive from an internet conveyancer. Our lawyers will keep you updated on progress and keep you informed. Should you need to phone the office you will be sure who you need to speak to and they will ensure you are in the know.

I am about to put a bid on a leasehold flat in Barlaston. The property agents say that it is normal for flats in Barlaston to have less than 75 years left on the lease. I am taking out a mortgage with Virgin. Is this going to be acceptable if the lease has 72 years remaining.

Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are getting a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Virgin have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 5/12/2025 the requirements read as follows :

My wife and I are purchasing a apartment in Barlaston. I might seem paranoid but how we can trust a conveyancer? On completion day we have to send our life savings into their account. What protection do we have from them run away with our money?

Be assured that all money in a Solicitors client account is 100% safe, and even if your Solicitor ran off with it, the Law Society would reimburse you fully.

We expect to receive a AIP from UBS this week so we know how much we could potentially offer as otherwise we only have online calculators to go by (which aren't taking into account credit checks etc). Do UBS recommend any Barlaston solicitors on the UBS conveyancing panel, or is it better to find our own lawyer?

You will need to appoint Barlaston solicitors independently although you'll need to choose one on the UBS conveyancing panel. The solicitor represents both you and UBS through the process.

Planning on purchasing a apartment in Barlaston. I have received an online quote from a licenced conveyancer, which states: "There will be no charge for dealing with the Building Society if you are obtaining a mortgage". I take this to mean that there will be no additional fee if the solicitor is on the Nottingham conveyancing panel. I wanted to make sure it means there will be no additional fees for dealing with the mortgage.

They are simply saying that the cost for acting for the lender is included in the fee being quoted. It is worth you checking that the Barlaston property lawyer is on the Nottingham conveyancing panel.

My husband and I are four weeks into a freehold purchase having been recommend to a firm by the selling agent to execute conveyancing in Barlaston. We are not happy. Could you you assist me in finding new conveyancers?

They would have to be very poor in order to consider diss instructing them. Has the mortgage been sent? If so you need to make them aware of the new solicitor and have the loan are re-sent. The solicitor ideally needs to be on the banks approved list to avoid added costs and complications. So that should be your first question of the new solicitors. The search tool can assist you in finding a lender approved lawyer for your conveyancing in Barlaston

How much experience do your Barlaston conveyancing solicitors have with Help To Buy, Shared Equity and similar schemes?

Barlaston conveyancing lawyers help thousands of buyers move home every year and helped plenty of clients through the Help To Buy scheme. The chances are that whatever makes your case unique Barlaston conveyancers have worked on recent similar matters.