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 ...
October 09, 2015 | Posted by :
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When selling up and moving house, you want to get the best price for your home, and once it is sold you want to be able to get the paperwork done quickly. First things first, get in touch with your solicitor and get those Law Society Property Information Forms and Fittings contents completed so your lawyer is ready to go! Having done all that, it’s time to think about the many factors that can affect the value of your property that go beyond its size and location – the little details often make the biggest impressions on prospective buyers during a ...
June 17, 2015 | Posted by :
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Mortgage rates have dropped dramatically in the last few months, with the average cost of a two-year variable rate deal falling down below 2% as lenders attempt to out-do one another. Experts suggest that mortgage lenders are eager to take new accounts in the uncertain period surrounding the general election.
A spokeswoman from Moneyfacts said: “We are currently seeing lenders outbid each other to offer the lowest possible deal on the market to grab headlines. This is because many lenders are preparing for the eventuality of a base rate rise and looking to gain new customers now in hope of recouping any losses that will ...
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 ...
July 23, 2014 | Posted by :
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The housing market has been challenging throughout the recession, and while recent statistics show gradual recovery, the situation remains difficult for many homeowners hoping to sell quickly. Halifax recently reported a 0.6% reduction in house prices for June 2014 – the fourth monthly price drop since December 2013 – but the society’s figures also revealed that average house prices have risen by £16,000 in the last year.
Howard Archer, the UK chief of Global Insight, commented: “While [the 0.6% drop] may be a sign that house prices are starting to lose momentum in reaction to the recent moderation in activity, June’s drop must be treated with a high ...
April 26, 2014 | Posted by :
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With the help of a solicitor, the process of buying or selling a home can be made much smoother and quicker, helping you to avoid any potential pitfalls along the way. As soon as you start thinking about selling up or buying somewhere new, get in contact with your solicitor and let them know – they’ll be able to give you advice on all the legal steps you’ll need to take, allowing you to get ahead of the game. If you don’t have a solicitor, look for an established local firm that is a member of the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme – this accreditation ...