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FAQs for the Halifax Conveyancing Panel
I am expecting a mortgage offer from Halifax. I hope to use a Licensed Conveyancer. Does the Halifax Conveyancing panel include Licensed Conveyancers
Halifax’s approved solicitor list is, like many other lenders associated to the CML or Building Society Association, open to Licensed Conveyancers regulated by the CLC.
We are getting closer to an exchange and my mum and dad having sent the 10% deposit to my lawyer. I am now advised that as the deposit has not come from me my lawyer needs to make a notification to my lender Halifax. Apparently, being on the Halifax conveyancing panel and acting on their behalf he must inform Halifax if the balance of the mortgage advance is coming from anyone other than me. I disclosed to the bank about my parent’s contribution when I applied for the home loan so is it really necessary for this now to be an issue?
Your lawyer is obliged to check with Halifax to make sure that they are aware that the balance of the purchase price is not from your own funds. Your solicitor can only report this to Halifax if you agree, failing which, your lawyer must cease to continue acting.
I see that you have a search directory listing law firms on the Halifax conveyancing panel. Do firms pay you a commission if I retain them for my conveyancing?
We are a listing service only for law firms wishing to communicate if they are on the Halifax conveyancing panel or other lender panels. We do not charge referral fees to the any conveyancer that you subsequently appoint.
I am buying a terraced house and getting a mortgage with Halifax. How practical is it for me to do the conveyancing?
Leaving aside the complexities and merits of DIY conveyancing you will have to appoint a solicitor on the Halifax conveyancing panel to look after their interests. Most people therefore find it easier to let the solicitor act for them and the lender. Furthermore there is minimal cost savings to made in you doing to conveyancing for yourself and another lawyer conducting the conveyancing for the lender. Please feel free to use the search tool to find a lawyer on the Halifax conveyancing panel in your location.
Is there a list of Halifax panel solicitors on the Building Society Association’s Website?
No. There is no such tool on the Council of Mortgage Lenders or Building Society Association websites. Very few lenders make their panel listings available online.
Can I be sure that the solicitor on the Halifax panel is any good?
Getting recommendations is a good start. Before you go ahead check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more will often provide a better service than one which is cheap as chips. We would always suggest that you speak with the solicitor carrying out your conveyancing
I'm spending time viewing houses and now considering a potential offer. Is it best to have a conveyancer on ‘stand by’? I intend to finance via a home loan with Halifax
You should start obtaining conveyancing quotes from solicitors ASAP. After you have chosen your lawyer and once your offer is accepted you can instruct them to work for you and pass their details on the the EA. As you are getting a mortgage with Halifax , make sure you remember to check that your lawyer is on the Halifax conveyancing panel.
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