October 26, 2016 | Posted by :
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So, you’re looking for a new place! If you’ve already had a snoop around the estate agent’s and have a good idea of what you’re looking for, your next port of call should be a solicitor. Getting a property lawyer on board early will help to streamline the process of buying (and selling), and help to avoid any costly delays along the way.
Your solicitor deals with the conveyancing process, which covers all the different aspects of transferring legal ownership of a property from the buyer to the seller. Your solicitor is there to handle all the admin involved, including:
Property and environmental searches
Local and water authority ...
July 21, 2016 | Posted by :
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We’ve been trying to avoid writing anything political this month, but in this instance it’s somewhat unavoidable. Following the referendum, some of our property and conveyancing clients have expressed uncertainty about how the economic climate will affect purchases and sales post-Brexit. And while we can’t be certain about what the future holds for Britain’s property market, we can make some educated predictions and provide some general advice on buying and selling property in the coming year.
“Should I act now or put everything on hold?”
It’s unlikely that any sudden changes will occur until Article 50 is triggered. And even then, it will take at least a ...
November 19, 2015 | Posted by :
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If you’re buying a new home or investment property, you’ll need an experienced property solicitor to handle the various legal aspects of the sale and conveyancing process. A good conveyancer will help you to negotiate all the paperwork and logistics of the sale, and ensure that it all runs as smoothly as possible. The best way to start is to get a free online conveyancing quote from Frances Lindsay & Co which will give you an idea of how much you’ll need to budget for legal costs during your move. Along with this, our expert property solicitors will also provide you with guidance and ...
January 17, 2015 | Posted by :
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On the 4th of December 2014 the rules on stamp duty changed, splitting the rate of tax into several different price bands to make it fairer and reduce the cost for the majority of homebuyers. Here are the main points you need to know if you’re planning on buying property in 2015:
You will need to pay stamp duty on any UK home costing over £125,000
If you buy a property for less than £937,500, you will pay less (or the same) stamp duty than in 2014
Stamp duty rates will be reduced for 98% of people who are eligible to pay it
Instead of ...
November 26, 2014 | Posted by :
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The property law experts at Frances Lindsay & Co answer some frequently asked questions about how to negotiate the property market:
Q: When should I contact a solicitor when buying/selling a house?
A: It's a good idea to find a solicitor you trust and get on with even before you find a buyer for your house or start looking for your dream home. Your solicitor can help you to understand how the process works so that you can factor all the costs involved into your budget before you start. If you're hoping to sell a property quickly, it's really useful to instruct ...
August 19, 2014 | Posted by :
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When you’re trying to sell a property, presentation is everything. And sometimes it’s the little things that really make a difference in turning a prospective buyer into a purchaser. There are a tonne of resources out there on preparing your home for a sale – from freshening up paintwork to baking fresh bread before a viewing – but behind the scenes, there are a number of practical and legal elements to consider.
Before anything else, it’s essential to get your solicitor on board. To give yourself the best change of a straightforward sale, make sure you’ve found a solicitor experienced in ...