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Property conveyancing in Warrington

Read on for the latest news in property conveyancing and property sales in and around Warrington. If you want to hire our mortgage advisors, call Holbrook & Co today. We offer our services both for residential and commercial properties.

Cheap is not best

Holbrook & Co believe that businesses involved in home moving have to work harder to ensure they win business. Otherwise, they risk losing out in a sluggish market. Consumers feel that conveyancers take care of the most laborious admin tasks, and ensure their money is being moved around safely and efficiently. However, conveyancers should also understand that consumers want consultancy throughout each stage of the process. This is why Holbrook & Co provide regular, detailed information and updates throughout the transaction, to reassure clients that progress is being made, and that they have not been forgotten!

Leasehold advice service launched

Following all the recent adverse publicity regarding new build leasehold properties, we have launched a new leasehold advice service. If you are concerned about any aspect of owning your Leasehold property, or simply would like to speak to someone for advice and reassurance, please give us a call on 01925 444 422 or email enquiries@holbrookandco.com and we will be happy to assist you.

Is there a change in the air when it comes to agents recommending lawyers?

The fee the client pays has the agents' fee deducted, the panel managers cut for “administration” taken and in some arrangements, the lawyer receives only £200 of a £700 fee. This requires the lawyers to carry an increased caseload and high caseloads have a direct impact on service levels.
However, there is good news on the horizon for better conveyancers. The threat of referral fees being outlawed in their entirety and the competitive pressures of the online-only agents bringing each transaction into sharp relief seems to be focusing attention to what really matters – completions.
Many agents are changing their focus towards better completion rates and good working relationships, rather than just referral fees.

Residential transactions in England and Wales fell by nearly 15% last year, new Land Registry figures suggest

But, Holbrook & Co have increased their market share in each of the last 3 years, completely bucking the national trend, placing themselves in a strong position to attract residential conveyancing transactions in the Warrington and Cheshire property markets.

Have you ever considered why builders are so insistent on a buyer using their nominated Solicitor?

Always remember, if you choose a conveyancer to represent you, they will do exactly that. If someone chooses a conveyancer for you, who are they looking after? You, or the firm that picked them?

The number of current home-owners moving house, is at its highest level in 10 years

Since hitting a market low of 315,000 in 2009, the number of home movers has grown by 18% (or 55,300). However, the current number is still 43% below the level of 653,700 seen in 2007.

Special scheme for first time buyers

This includes the benefits of:
  • Discounted prices
  • Free preparation of the land transaction return (required on every purchase)
  • Free costs indemnity scheme which covers legal costs if the buyer is gazumped or if the transaction falls through. 
  • Legal advice that is easy to understand- no complicated jargon!
  • Assistance with help to Buy ISA`s including drawdown of the bonus.

Misleading estimates

Clients are naturally confused about the wide range of estimates available, but should ensure that they compare “like for like”, and also take into account the level of service they are likely to receive for the fees.

Publications

  • Buy to let investments
  • Buy to let investments (Flats)
  • Buying property next to a railway
  • Buying a flat
  • Buying a newbuild
  • Chancel repair liability
  • Flying freeholds
  • Owning a listed home
  • Radon and house purchase
  • Service strips
  • Change of address – who to inform?
  • Guidance for joint buyers
  • Shared ownership
  • Keeping your address up to date at HMLR
  • Coal Mining/Cheshire Brine searches
  • What is a restrictive covenant?
  • Why flat and leasehold owners should extend or buy their leases
  • What is indemnity insurance?

These and other publications are made available if appropriate to your transaction, ensuring accurate and detailed information is made available at the appropriate time for our clients.

Links

Communities and Local Government – Government website covering aspects of communities, environment etc.

Conveyancelink – Our Conveyancing case management provider.

Copso – The Council of Property Search Organisations

Council for Licensed Conveyancers – The regulatory body for Licensed Conveyancers.

Council of Mortgage Lenders – Representative voice for the residential mortgage lending industry.

H.M. Land Registry – The right place to find answers to the key questions about property ownership and conveyancing in England and Wales.

National House Builders Council – Leading warranty provider for new and newly converted properties in the UK.

Property Price Advice – On-line property price details for properties in England & Wales.

Zoopla – Find out property prices.

Xpress Legal Services – Search provider based in Warrington

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