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I would like to know the reason why all property lawyers aren't included on the Zephyr Mortgages Solicitor panel?
Even though it may seem unfair for Zephyr Mortgages to restrict who can act for them from the public’s or solicitor’s point of view, the other side of the coin is that the lenders are becoming ever more anxious and feel the necessary need to protect them from mortgage fraud and other illegal activities. As a result of this concern Zephyr Mortgages are limiting their panel of approved conveyancing lawyers to a manageable size. The Zephyr Mortgages lawyer panel is not the smallest
Our conveyancer has identified a legal deficiency with the lease for the property we are purchasing. The other side have offered title insurance as a solution. We are happy with insurance and will pay for it. Our lawyer says that as he is on the Zephyr Mortgages conveyancing panel he must ensure that the lender is happy with this solution. Are we the client or is Zephyr Mortgages?
Just because you have a mortgage offer from Zephyr Mortgages does not mean to say that the property will be meet their requirements for the purposes of a mortgage. Your lawyer has to ensure that the lease has to comply with the CML Handbook Requirements. You and Zephyr Mortgages are the client. These conveyancing instructions have to be complied with by the Zephyr Mortgages conveyancing panel who has to balance acting for you and Zephyr Mortgages
I require the services of a Zephyr Mortgages panel solicitor in Stirling. Can you assist?
It is not clear why you need a Zephyr Mortgages panel solicitor but in any event, if you can not find one on our search tool you will need to speak directly to Zephyr Mortgages to find out which solicitors in Zephyr Mortgages are on their panel. If you do find such a firm not listed please direct them to our site to list. At a fee of one pound per month it is not expensive to register on the site
My lawyers in London have advised me that no longer have my conveyancing file. To assist with my purchase I took out a mortgage with Zephyr Mortgages. Is it case that being on the Zephyr Mortgages conveyancing panel they need to have retained the file for a prescribed period?
It very much depends from lender to lender but many of the Terms and Conditions of Conveyancing Panel Appointment require the file to be held for a period of 6 years. That being said we have not seen a copy of the Zephyr Mortgages Conveyancing Panel Terms. It might be worth you contacting Zephyr Mortgages directly.
We have agreed to purchase a house.One unusual aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. Solicitors conducting should look into this right? Will my lender Zephyr Mortgages be concerned
Given that you are obtaining a mortgage with Zephyr Mortgages your lawyer must to check the Zephyr Mortgages conveyancing instructions contained in the Part of CML Handbook for Zephyr Mortgages . The CML Handbook contains minimum requirements for solar panel roof-space leases, and solicitors are required to report to Zephyr Mortgages where a lease does not meet these requirements. The requirements relate to the installation of panels on properties in England and Wales. The CML are developing guidance for Northern Ireland and Scotland.
We expect to receive a DIP from Zephyr Mortgages this week so we know how much we could potentially offer as otherwise we are dependent on web based calculators (which aren't taking into account credit checks etc).Do the Zephyr Mortgages recommend a solicitor on the Zephyr Mortgages conveyancing panel, or is it better to go independently
You will need to appoint solicitors independently although you'll need to choose one on the Zephyr Mortgages conveyancing panel. The solicitor represents both you and the Zephyr Mortgages through the process.
I have decided to exercise my right to buy my property off the council. I have a mortgage agreed with Zephyr Mortgages. Conveyancing is new to me. Can I proceed without a solicitor easily? I think we can but we keep being told I should use one. Any advice?
It is not advisable proceed with a house purchase without a solicitor. The council's solicitor are not acting for you. You need a solicitor for a number reasons. One of which is to verify what plans the Council have for repairs and refurbishment for the next five years. Many leaseholders have been stung for contributions of thousands of pounds. In any event if you are getting a mortgage with Zephyr Mortgages you will need to appoint a solicitor on the Zephyr Mortgages conveyancing panel.
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