My partner and I have lately purchased a property in Newhaven. We have since encountered a number of problems with the property which we suspect were missed in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? What searches should? have been ordered for conveyancing in Newhaven?

It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are relate to conveyancing in Newhaven. Conveyancing searches and investigations initiated during the legal transfer of property are carried out to help avoid problems. As part of the process, the vendor completes a document referred to as a SPIF. answers is inaccurate, you could possibly take legal action against the owner for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Newhaven.

I have been told that property searches are the number one cause of hinderance in Newhaven house deals. Is that correct?

The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) has noted the findings of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not figure within the most frequent causes of hindrances during the legal transfer of property. Local searches are not likely to be the root cause of slowing down conveyancing in Newhaven.

I am buying a new build flat in Newhaven. Conveyancing is a frightening process at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build conveyancing.

Here is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you may expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Newhaven

Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? There must be mutual enforceability of lessee’s covenants. Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company? Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier?

I need to instruct a conveyancing solicitor for residential conveyancing in Newhaven. I happened to stumble across a web site which looks to be the perfect solution If it is possible to get all formalities done via web that would be preferable. Should I be wary? What are the potential pitfalls?

As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?

My 20yr old son is embarking on her first house purchase, he had his mortgage in principle. When the seller agreed the offer on the apartment we called the mortgage institution to move forward with his. We were very surprised to discover that mortgage companies do not accept all , they need to be on their approved list, is this legal?

Banks normally restrict either the type or the number of conveyancing practices on their approved list of lawyers. Typical examples of such restriction(s) being that a firm must have two or more partners. In addition to restricting the type of firm, some have decided to limit the number of firms they use to represent them. You should note that banks have no responsibility for the quality of advice provided by any Newhaven on their panel. Mortgage fraud was a key driver in the rationalisation of conveyancing panels a few years ago and whilst there are differing views about the extent of solicitor involvement in some of that fraud. Statistics from the Land Registry reveal that thousands of law firms only carry out one or two conveyances a year. Those supporting conveyancing panel cuts ask why law firms should have the right to be on a Lender panel when clearly, conveyancing is not their speciality. To put it another way; would you want a conveyancing solicitor to represent you if you were charged with a crime? Unlikely.