My fiance and I are acquiring a maisonette in Hawes. My Solicitor is not listed on the lender solicitor panel. Am I still permitted to use my Hawes conveyancing solicitor even though they are excluded from the lender panel?
You will need to have a property lawyer to deal with the legal work required if you require a loan to buy your home. The conveyancer will conduct all the essential legal checks on the property, make sure that you’re properly registered as the owner and ensure that all the necessary mortgage paperwork is in order. One may instruct a Hawes solicitor of your choice. Nevertheless, where the property lawyer selected is not a member of the bank solicitor panel further charges will be levied as separate legal representation will be required by them. Lender panel applications can be submitted, so where your lawyer has not previously sought membership they should take the opportunity to apply.
I have Fifty Six years remaining on my lease and need a lease extension for my apartment in Hawes. Conveyancing solicitors on the Accord Mortgages panel can deal with such extensions right?
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. Accord Mortgages have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 2/12/2025 the requirements read as follows :
Can you point me to a directory of RBS panel conveyancers in Hawes on the Building Society Association’s Website?
No. There is no such directory service on the CML or Building Society Association sites. Very few mortgage companies make their panel listings open the public online. Where you are looking for a Hawes conveyancing practitioner on the RBS please use our facility.
Can I be sure that the Hawes conveyancing solicitor on the Principality panel is any good?
When it comes to conveyancing in Hawes obtaining recommendations is a sensible start. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one advertising the lowest fees. We would always advise that you speak with the lawyer handling your conveyancing.
The formalities of my remortgage has taken place for my property in Hawes. Conveyancing was of an acceptable standard but I feel I should register my dissatisfaction about the lender. How do I make a complaint?
Almost all banks and building societies have complaints procedures. Your first point of contact should be one of the lender’s branches or the Customer Care Team at head office. In most cases complaints to a lender are resolved effectively and efficiently. However if you are not satisfied that the matter is not resolved you can write to Financial Ombudsman Service, South Quay Plaza, 183 Marsh Wall, London E14 9SR with full details of your complaint.
Do commercial conveyancing searches reveal planned roadworks that may impact a commercial estate in Hawes?
Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in Hawes will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers spend in sourcing accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Hawes. The report provides definitive information on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in Hawes.
For each commercial conveyancing transaction in Hawes it is crucial to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. The absence of identifying developments where adoption procedures have not been addressed adequately could result in delays to Hawes commercial conveyancing transactions as well as present a risk to future intentions for the site. These searches are not carried out for domestic conveyancing in Hawes.
How does conveyancing in Hawes differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build or newly converted property in Hawes approach us having been asked by the developer to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the residence is completed. This is because house builders in Hawes typically purchase the site, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct property lawyers as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are accustomed to new build conveyancing in Hawes or who has acted in the same development.