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50 Facts List

Building a valuable resource of conveyancing knowledge one day at a time...

Fact 1. What is a Memorandum of Sale?

Fact 2. Why do I need ID Verification in Conveyancing?

Fact 3. Why choose a Chartered Legal Executive for Conveyancing?

Fact 4. What are Property searches for?

Fact 5. What are property condition surveys and why are they important?

Fact 6. Fixtures and Fittings. What are they? During conveyancing, sellers list them to clarify what stays with the property and avoid disputes after moving.

Fact 7. Buyer’s proof of funds. Why are they required? Conveyancers must confirm clients have sufficient finances to complete the purchase to prevent delays.

Fact 8. Conveyancers also represent your mortgage lender.

Fact 9. Draft Contracts. Why are they important?

Fact 10. Leasehold Property Conveyancing - what are the issues?

Fact 11. What is a Lease Extension?

Fact 12. Restrictive Covenants – what are they and how do they affect ownership?

Fact 13. Indemnity Policy – what is it for in Conveyancing?

Fact 14. Exchange of Contracts – what does it mean?

Fact 15. How long does conveyancing take? Complex legal issues, leasehold complications, or chain delays can extend the timeline.

Fact 16. What is completion when buying a property?

Fact 17. When is stamp duty paid?

Fact 18. What are the common pitfalls to avoid during the conveyancing process?

Fact 19. Do I have to visit my solicitor or conveyancer?

Fact 20. What is the Land Registry?

Fact 21. Boundary Disputes - how do conveyancers handle them?

Fact 22. What is a Mortgage?

Fact 23. What is Leasehold Enfranchisement?

Fact 24. What do First Time Buyers need to know?

Fact 25. Planning Permissions - how might they affect your sale or purchase?

Fact 26. Building Regulations - how might they affect your sale or purchase?

Fact 27. Access Rights and Rights of Way - how do they affect property?

Fact 28. Septic Tanks - how are they dealt with in conveyancing

Fact 29. Solar Panels when buying or selling a property

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