No you do NOT need a local conveyancing solicitor.
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There are three misconceptions about using a local conveyancing solicitor, namely:
- The solicitor knowing the area may help
- I may get a cheaper quote as I am local
- It will result in the conveyancing completing sooner
- It is more convenient for me if I can just pop in and see my solicitor
Whether you choose a local solicitor is a different matter but you do NOT need your solicitor to be local.
The location of the solicitor is irrelevant. Any local knowledge has no impact upon the conveyancing process which is heavily transactional and document-based.
To the contrary, in our experience when researching potential solicitors to join our panel, a lot of local conveyancing firms are more expensive than their national counterparts. We believe many local firms know that some clients are not going to research the market and are going to contact their local solicitor. In addition, the less work a solicitor receives the greater the pressure is to increase prices to make ends meet.
The speed at which conveyancing completes depends on a number of factors so the location of a solicitor is irrelevant. Any chain and the pace at which they move, along with any issues caused along the chain, your own efficiency in responding to queries and providing information, along with time spent waiting on surveyors, lenders, and for search results, etc mean there are a lot of factors which impact upon the speed of a conveyancing transaction.
There is no need for face-to-face meetings or visits in a conveyancing transaction. The only benefit we can think of is that rather than sending documents to the solicitor via stamped addressed envelope you can hand them into the solicitor directly. This apart there is no extra convenience gained by selecting a local solicitor.
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Why do I need a conveyancing solicitor?
It is possible to perform the conveyancing yourself but this is not something we would recommend. Conveyancing solicitors are experts, have vast experience, can lookout for potential problems and you gain peace of mind as you are protected by their professional indemnity insurance meaning that if a mistake happens, or something is missed, you can claim against their policy for any losses suffered.
What documents do solicitors need when selling a house?
Not limited to but including:
- Proof of identity and address
- Energy performance certificate
- Management information pack
- Fittings and consent form
- Existing mortgage details
- Acceptance of offer
Which is cheaper solicitor or conveyancer?
This depends on a lot of circumstances. There is a misconception that licensed conveyancers are always cheaper than solicitors.
What is included in a quote?
Quotes can be misleading. Some companies only quote you for their fees to make the cost seem attractive. This quote may not include their VAT and/or the disbursements. What are disbursements? Disbursements are the fees which you must pay for, not limited to but including, bacs transfers, land registry fees, fees for the searches, etc. Many companies leave these items off resulting in you receiving a bigger invoice than you expected. Make sure your quote includes all VAT and disbursements to ensure you have accurate information and can budget correctly.
How long will it take to complete my conveyancing
We have seen cases where completion occurred within 10 days. On average the conveyancing takes 8-12 weeks. The chain is only as quick as the slowest part of the chain. We can help buyers AND sellers as we can split them between our solicitors ensuring the most efficient process.
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