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Conveyancing in Huddersfield Q & A's

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Ask Lorraine a question lorraine@homewardlegal.co.uk

Updated: 23/07/17

Transport and public service information if you’re buying or selling residential property in Huddersfield -

By road: Huddersfield is served by the M62, A62, A629 and A642

By rail: The nearest train station is Huddersfield.

By air: Leeds Bradford Airport is 22 miles from Huddersfield, while Doncaster Sheffield Airport is 48.

Hospital: Huddersfield, Birkby Hall Road, Huddersfield, HD2 2BL. Council: Kirklees Council (www.kirklees.gov.uk).

Attractions: Rugby League Heritage Centre, Lindley Clock Tower, Lockwood Viaduct, Beaumont Park, Castle Hill, and Kirklees Light Railway.

Q.

We need to find low-cost conveyancing in Huddersfield. What do you charge for the legal fees on a £581,000 home?

This can be quite confusing, because there are so many online and high-street firms who claim to offer 'the cheapest conveyancing quotes'. However extra costs are often hiding in the terms of engagement. Extras ought to be fair and clearly stated so that you know what your final conveyancing bill is likely to be.

At Homeward Legal, we never hide any costs, and our quotes proffer a clear statement of your legal fees for a standard conveyancing transaction. Try our quote calculator, or call our team of conveyancing experts on 0800 038 6699 to discuss your needs.

Q.

Our estate agent in Holmfirth has offered the firm of solicitors that they usually use. Will it be cheaper to instruct this firm?

Agent referrals are a common route to find a solicitor. Such close professional relations could provide synergies and allow the move to complete earlier. However, these referrals ought to be compared with other online or local firms. It may be the case that the agent has recommended the firm which pays them the largest referral fee, and not the best solicitor for your needs. Contact Homeward Legal’s team of conveyancers for a fixed-fee quote.

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We need to know which Huddersfield lenders your lawyers are able to work with. Whose panels are you on?

Most lenders in Huddersfield are on our solicitors' panels and we work extensively with them on a regular basis. Huddersfield lenders and mortgage specialists include:

  • Santander Bank, 9-11 King Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2ER
  • Co-operative Bank PLC, 39 Market Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2HL
  • Riverside Financial Group Ltd., 8 New Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2AR
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If we are looking to reduce costs, handling the legal work without the aid of a property solicitor looks attractive when buying a flat in Huddersfield. However, would it really be a money-saving idea?

Hypothetically, there is no reason why a home-mover can’t take care of the significant majority of their own conveyancing. However, a solicitor is familiar with a huge number of tasks (ranging from chasing missing documents to checking that the contract package is in order), which require a skilled professional. Besides, you will not have the relevant personal indemnity insurance that all lawyer firms are obligated to carry to protect you.

Give our solicitors at Homeward Legal a call on 0800 038 6699 to discuss your needs further and to obtain a fixed-fee quote, backed up with our ‘No Move, No Fee’ guarantee.

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Unforeseeable financial circumstances dictate that we make haste and exchange contracts on the legal process on a share of a freehold flat in Huddersfield within 4 weeks. Do Homeward Legal employ fast solicitors who can help us?

Our carefully-selected solicitors always have a very take-charge approach to concluding the transfer of title for home movers to meet the clients’ needs. Homeward Legal have also invested in speed-focused case management systems, which are fully integrated with several bodies including the local civic authority, HMRC and the Land Registry.

We always give home-movers a regulated lawyer practised at communicating with everyone in the property chain, like solicitors or mortgage-lenders, to achieve a quick sale.

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In the next few weeks, we are expecting to move out of our period building in Huddersfield to our next house in Elland. When is the optimum point to book a house removal firm?

Although it’s tempting to book up a removals firm early in the process, this may not be wise. Homeward Legal tend to recommend that you hold off until the completion of the exchange of contracts, since it is only at this point that a firm move date can be confirmed. You should also be aware that, if you do book a firm and have to move the date, you might lose them as they might be busy, or they may apply a rearrangement levy.

FFor more information speak to:

  • Andy Van Man, 61 West Close, Huddersfield, HD2 1BZ (Tel: 01484 968696)
  • Frank H. Jebson & Son, 2A Railway Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1JP (Tel: 01484 422351)
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We are purchasing with Bank of Scotland - is there anything we need to be aware of?

A.

Over the last two years, some lenders have limited the firms who can act for them, potentially creating greater legal costs for property purchasers. Homeward Legal, though, can act for many mortgage lenders.

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How much is the council tax on a mid-terrace Band A property in Huddersfield?

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Conventionally a conveyancer's title report should give the appropriate Kirklees council tax band. Correct charges for residents of Huddersfield are detailed at the Kirklees council site. Currently on 24 June 2012 the different rates are:

  • Band A - £937.00
  • Band B - £1,093.00
  • Band C - £1,249.00
  • Band D - £1,405.00
  • Band E - £1,717.00
  • Band F - £2,030.00
  • Band G - £2,342.00
  • Band H - £2,810.00

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Are any of the conservation areas in Huddersfield are at risk?

A.

The account of the state of conservation areas in Huddersfield is filed by English Heritage and the following areas and information are currently accessible at English Heritage - Edgerton with Huddersfield is designated as poor with medium vulnerability and deteriorating, Birkby with Huddersfield is designated as very bad with high vulnerability and deteriorating. Telephone 01484 222066 for more information.

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Is your panel of solicitors geared up for handle fast completions on auction conveyancing in Huddersfield?

A.

We specialise in auctions and commonly handle the legal work for bidders at auction. Our panel of solicitors and licensed conveyancers have previously been instructed by countless bidders at regional residential property auctions including Acuitus, Allsop (Commercial), Allsop (Residential), Auction House London, Award Property, Barnett Ross, Baxtons, Brendons Auctioneers, Countrywide Property Auctions and Drivers Norris.

Smart buyers at auction will pick a conveyancing lawyer asap to give enough time for a full report of the legal papers for the lot in advance of the actual auction. Subsequently, following the property auction your chosen lawyer is thoroughly geared up to finishing the purchase in a as tight time frame as usually required .

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What makes the purchase conveyancing process to have so many delays?

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The conveyancing process could take more time. Homeward Legal appreciate how difficult it can be to face these and work hard to curtail their burden by driving the sale or purchase forward.

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Is the HS2 line going to impact houses in Bidford On Avon?

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Yes, HS2 is likely to affect homes in Bidford On Avon's local authority. During the work, tunnelling and other extensive construction may be a nuisance to properties along the route, as may noise pollution once HS2 is operational.

Q.

Handling the legal work without the aid of a property solicitor in Huddersfield looks to be possible when buying a flat , however would it actually be a money saving idea ?

A.

Hypothetically there is absolutely no reason why a home mover cant apply this approach and take care of the greater majority of the your own conveyancing yourself. However, a solicitor is familiar with a huge number of tasks ranging from chasing missing documents or checking that the contract package is in order which require a skilled professional.

 
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