Getting A Conveyancing Quote

If you are a first time buyer and not a legal expert then buying a house can often seem like an overwhelming experience an extremely complicated and complex business. And to some extent, it is. There are many steps and processes involved in buying your first house, and it is crucial that you are aided by a professional conveyancing solicitor. Your conveyancer can take you through the process, dealing with the complicated legal and other issues which may arise in your journey – taking away the majority of stress. S/he will deal with the necessary processes and huge amount of paperwork involved and importantly s/he will be fully insured should any problems arise during the process.

How do I find a good conveyancer?

One of the main ways in which people are looking for conveyancers is through the Internet. The World Wide Web (WWW) has grown rapidly in recent years and an increasing number of people have taken to shopping and searching for products and services online using internet search engines. They are also using the internet to locate information faster and more efficiently – they have found that they essentially have a world of information right at their fingertips. They can locate good conveyancing solicitors with the click of a button and receive a conveyancing quote almost instantly. They can compare different providers and quotes online and research their companies to provide an affordable yet professional service.

You should be looking for a conveyancer, most importantly, with experience. Find out how long they have been in the legal sector. The amount of experience a conveyancer had is crucial in searching for a good conveyancing quote.

Don’t get caught by hidden costs

Don’t assume that if you have found a cheap online conveyancing quote from a company that this is the one that you should certainly use. It may seem like a deal too good to be miss, and it might be, but in a lot of cases this usually means that the conveyancing solicitor had added extra charges into his/her disbursement fees (these are things that a conveyancer has to pay other for – on your behalf). It may be that she is charging for “extras” such as phone calls or photocopying fees. So what might initially look like a cheap conveyancing quote might in fact turn into something much more expensive. Moving house is an already expensive process and you should avoid working with a conveyancer who isn’t going to hit you with hidden costs. When reviewing the finer details of your quote be sure to read the small-print – this is where a lot of crafty conveyancers may catch you!

What’s important to remember is that it should always be free and non-obligatory to get a conveyancing quote from any company. This means that the more quotes you get, the better chance you have of finding the perfect conveyancer for you. Ensure you find a balance between a good price and an honest, experienced and professional service. Good luck with your move!