Buying a house for the first time can be an anxious and exciting experience. So, when do you need to engage a Solicitor?
Once you have found your dream home, your offer via the estate agents has been accepted, and your mortgage has been agreed in principle, you can then start at looking to engage a solicitor.
It is important to instruct a Solicitor as soon as possible really and to provide as much information as possible, the more information you provide the better. This should include any gifts of money, incentives with the seller & Help to Buy ISA’S as this could help potentially hold up the transaction at a later stage if not mentioned at the outset.
It is always a good idea to shop around and obtain a written quotation from a Solicitor before instructing them, as lets face it, no one likes hidden costs. Most local firms of solicitors are competitive with fee structures.
Do remember your Solicitor is there to help you and to answer any questions you may have so don’t be afraid to ask.
In summary, the earlier you engage a Solicitor the better. This will ensure both and you your Solicitor can understand your expectations and the transaction can run as smooth as possible.
If you are about to begin this exciting process, please contact FJG’s Conveyancing team by calling 0845 543 5700 or contact us. You can also obtain an instant Conveyancing estimate by clicking here.