I have given 8 weeks notice to my current landlord and must be out of my let out apartment in Underwood by the end of next month. Conveyancing on my purchase is underway. How realistic is it to complete in a couple of weeks as I wish to avoid having to find temporary accommodation?
The normal practice is not to give notice on a rental unless your lawyer suggests that you should. Assuming that you have not already done so, speak to your solicitor and urge them to they apply pressure on the sellers lawyers, try to an agreed time frame that everyone will work towards
Should conveyancers ask for money up-front when it comes to conveyancing in Underwood?
If you are buying a property in Underwood your solicitor will ask you to provide them with funds to cover the search fees. Normally this is asked for to cover the fees of the conveyancing searches. If any down payment is payable against the sale price then this will be needed shortly before exchange of contracts. The final balance that is due should be sent to your lawyer a few days prior to the completion date.
Am I right to be suspicious by 3rd parties that I am dealing with are encouraging me to use an online conveyancing firm as opposed to a local Underwood conveyancing company?
As is the case with lots of service providers, often referrals from connections can be very helpful. Nevertheless there are lots of parties with a vested interest in a conveyancing matter; estate agents, financial adviser and banks may recommend solicitors to instruct. On occasion the conveyancers might be known to one of the organisations as one of the best in their field, but sometimes there may be a financial incentive behind the endorsement. You are free to select your preferred lawyer. You need to be aware that many mortgage providers have an approved list of conveyancers you are obliged to use for the lender related work in your conveyancing.