Buying A Home Archives - Franklins Solicitors https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/faq_category/buying-a-home/ Sun, 26 Oct 2025 19:47:22 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.5 Do you handle lender requirements during my property purchase? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/do-you-handle-lender-requirements-during-my-property-purchase/ Sun, 26 Oct 2025 19:47:22 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8182 Absolutely. We make sure your mortgage lender’s requirements are satisfied, coordinating everything alongside your purchase to make the process seamless.

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]]> Absolutely. We make sure your mortgage lender’s requirements are satisfied, coordinating everything alongside your purchase to make the process seamless.

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]]> What is included in your SDLT service? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-is-included-in-your-sdlt-service/ Sun, 26 Oct 2025 19:47:05 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8180 We prepare and submit your Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) return as part of our conveyancing service. We also check whether you qualify for any exemptions or reliefs to ensure you pay only what’s necessary.

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]]> We prepare and submit your Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) return as part of our conveyancing service. We also check whether you qualify for any exemptions or reliefs to ensure you pay only what’s necessary.

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]]> Why is proof of funds needed? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/why-is-proof-of-funds-needed/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 21:16:06 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=5700 To prevent money laundering and fraud, solicitors must verify that you have legitimate access to the funds used for the purchase.

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]]> To prevent money laundering and fraud, solicitors must verify that you have legitimate access to the funds used for the purchase.

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]]> What are title deeds and who holds them? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-are-title-deeds-and-who-holds-them/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 21:15:46 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=5698 Title deeds confirm property ownership. If you have a mortgage, the lender usually holds them until the loan is repaid.

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]]> Title deeds confirm property ownership. If you have a mortgage, the lender usually holds them until the loan is repaid.

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]]> Do I need a survey? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/do-i-need-a-survey/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 21:15:32 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=5696 Surveys aren’t legally required but they are highly recommended to uncover structural issues and avoid costly surprises.

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]]> Surveys aren’t legally required but they are highly recommended to uncover structural issues and avoid costly surprises.

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]]> What is the difference between exchange and completion? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-is-the-difference-between-exchange-and-completion/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 21:15:19 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=5694 Exchange is when contracts are legally binding. Completion is when the transaction finalises and you receive the keys.

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]]> Exchange is when contracts are legally binding. Completion is when the transaction finalises and you receive the keys.

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]]> What’s the difference between freehold and leasehold? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/whats-the-difference-between-freehold-and-leasehold/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 21:14:59 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=5692 With a freehold, you own the property and the land outright. Leasehold gives you the right to occupy the property for a fixed term but not the land it stands on.

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]]> With a freehold, you own the property and the land outright. Leasehold gives you the right to occupy the property for a fixed term but not the land it stands on.

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]]> What are legal searches and why are they important? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-are-legal-searches-and-why-are-they-important/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 21:14:46 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=5690 Searches provide key information about the property, land and surrounding area. They help identify issues like planning restrictions, flood risks or rights of way.

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]]> Searches provide key information about the property, land and surrounding area. They help identify issues like planning restrictions, flood risks or rights of way.

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