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Conveyancing in Bedfordshire Q & A's

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Ask Lorraine a question lorraine@homewardlegal.co.uk

Updated: 24/07/17

Are you moving into a residential property in Bedfordshire? Practical local transport and public service details:

The nearest train station to Bedfordshire is Bedford St Johns, almost a mile away. The closest airport to Bedfordshire is Luton Airport (18 miles).

Bedford North Wing is a nearby hospital.

Q.

How do we find a cheap solicitor to buy a house?

A.

This affects many buyers who opted for a very cheap quote, only to be stung later in the conveyancing process, and many property lawyers purport to offer supposedly 'the cheapest conveyancing quotes'. However extra charges may increase the final invoice. Any additional fees found in the small print needs to be fair and come into force only if the lawyer must complete unanticipated additional work , which could not be anticipated at the start of the process. Any disbursements to be paid should also be clearly stated on any quote for conveyancing in BedfordshireHomeward Legal quotes are not estimates, and offer a clear statement of your legal fees for a standard conveyancing transaction.

Q.

How many weeks does it take my lawyer to conclude the legal process on the lower floor of new build building we are buying?

A.

The process can take anywhere between around a month and twelve weeks, which can depend on various issues, like the efficiency of the sellers lawyer, or the speed of the local authority. Our chosen conveyancing solicitors are extremely focused on speed and communication exchanging as quickly as achievable.

Q.

Which Bedfordshire lenders do you work with?

A.

Of lenders with offices proximate to Bedfordshire, we beside many. Lenders and mortgage specialists in Bedfordshire include Red Eagle Finance Ltd, 44 Leasway, Bedford, MK41 9DE.

Q.

Which local authority is responsible for Bedfordshire?

  • Bedfordshire intersects with the following local authorities: Aylesbury Vale District Council, Customer Service Centre, 66 High Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1SD, contact: 01296 585 858
  • Bedford Borough Council, Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK40 1SJ, contact: 01234 267 422
  • Borough Council of Wellingborough, Swanspool House Doddington Road, Wellingborough, NN8 1BP, contact: 01933 229 777
  • Central Bedfordshire Council, Priory House, Monks Walk, Chicksands, Bedfordshire, SG17 5TQ, contact: 0300 300 8000
  • London Borough of Barnet Council, North London Business Park (NLBP), Oakleigh Road South, London, N11 1NP, contact: 020 8359 2000
  • Luton Borough Council, Town Hall, George Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2BQ, contact: 01582 546 000
  • South Northamptonshire Council, Springfields, Towcester, Northants, NN12 6AE, contact: 08452 300 230
    • Q.

    Will I need a building survey?

    A.

    We advise that you book a property surveyor to carry out a survey. A range concerns can negatively affect a property, for example rotten roof timbers, and issues such as these are not likely to be investigated as part of the conveyancing itself.

    Q.

    In about 6 weeks we are likely to be finally moving from our terraced building near Bedfordshire into a property in Essex . What is the optimum stage to appoint a home removal company?

    A.

    The ideal point is for buyers to hold off agreeing a removal firm until such time as you and the other side has confirmed an absolute home moving date that takes place following shortly after when contracts have exchanged. Usually residential removals firms will impose a cancellation payment . Local information can be sought from S & S Removals, 89 Aylesbury Road, Bedford, MK41 9RQ Phone: 0808 155 7841.

    Q.

    Will my conveyancer in Bedfordshire apply for official or personal searches on my home purchase?

    A.

    The conveyancing solicitor will inform you regarding the ideal type of search, depending on issues like mortgage lender requirements. For personal searches, your property solicitor may look for a search agent like SearchEnergy Ltd, 29 Moss Lane, Elstow, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9YT Tel: 01234295183.

    Q.

    How might conveyancing for a sale take such a long time?

    A.

    Conveyancing in Bedfordshire can endure stressful setbacks, Homeward Legal, however, aim to reduce the impact of these delays, where possible, by chasing for prompt responses. There are numerous reasons for delay, such as the time taken to return management information.

     
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