How choosing the wrong conveyance solicitor could cost more than just fees

Buying a home is fraught with difficulty; especially in today’s climate of unsteady and unstable house prices. If you can even a find a house that suits you and your family as a home for the future, there is still so much to do before you can get the keys and move in.

 

Obtaining a mortgage has never been tougher. Then there is the fact that there is still a lot of legal wrangling to go through, which is why you need a conveyancing solicitor to help you. They will conduct all the relevant legal searches and checks and ensure that all contracts are in good order. However, even with all this in place there is still no guarantee that the sale will complete.

 

The perils of home buying

 

It is estimated that roughly one in three sales falls through before completion due to one party pulling out. Nothing is legally binding until the exchange of contracts so even if you have found your dream home there is still a 33% chance that something will prevent you moving in.

 

This might seem like a pain but without the necessary checks being carried out, it could end up costing you a lot more in long term. Many people sometimes get frustrated by what they see as the conveyance process taking too long but if it is taking a while then you can be sure there is a valid reason for the delay.

 

When you buy a property you are taking on all the history and structural issues that come with the house: the last thing you want is to move in only to find that the extension was built without planning permission and that it needs to come down again.

 

Find the right solicitor

 

It is therefore essential that you find a good conveyance solicitor. Conveyancing Huddersfield is a great place to start for those looking to buy in their local area and it is always recommended that you choose local services who are familiar with the area and the property market as a whole.

 

This article is provided courtesy of Fridaysmove. With over 135 years experience in the property industry, they are leading specialists in conveyancing and can help connect you with reputable conveyancing solicitors and surveyors in your local area.