We hired a West Wickham based lawyer for our conveyancing in West Wickham last week. After carefully reading the official terms of business it is apparent thatwe are responsible for costs even where the transaction does not complete. Should I go with them or instruct an on-line firm promising no-sale-no-fee conveyancing in West Wickham?
It is usually a trade off in that if "No Sale No Fee" is offered then the conveyancing charges will tend to be be higher to offset those conveyances that fail to complete. Do bear in mind that these schemes rarely cover expenditure for example West Wickham conveyancing search costs.
When reviewing consumer advice sites for a conveyancing lawyer in West Wickham, most advise that I must look for a CQS accredited lawyer. Can you explain what CQS is?
West Wickham Conveyancing Quality Scheme solicitors have obtained certification under the Law Society's Scheme (CQS) CQS was created to promote high standards in the in the legal transfer of properties. CQS enables house movers to recognise solicitor firms who provide a quality residential conveyancing. West Wickham is one of locations in England and Wales in which CQS have offices. The conveyancing scheme requires solicitors to undergo a strict assessment, compulsory training, self-reporting, spot checks and yearly assessments in order to maintain CQS status. It is available to solicitors and not licensed conveyancers and has the support of the Association of British Insurers.
I am selling our property in West Wickham and according to the buyers it appears that there is a risk of it being built land that was not decontaminated. Any local lawyer would know this is not the case. For the life of me I don't know why the purchasers are using an online conveyancing practice as opposed to a conveyancing solicitor in West Wickham. Having lived in West Wickham for three years we know that this is a non issue. Is it a good idea to get in touch with local Authority to seek confirmation need.
It would appear that you have a conveyancing solicitor currently acting for you. Are they able to advise? You should check with your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out health insurance to cover that same illness)