Anyone had so many issues when buying

jessnat995

Morning.

Just wondered if anyone had loads of issues when buying s new build

Had previous issues as I've mentioned before. No one would give me a completion date. I've been asking since feb. So around 6-8weeks ago I gave them a date of 15th. Due to my work schedule and only time off ect.

The builders are on track for monday. Which is good. However speaking to the solicitors yesterday I was told there is no chance as they haven't been able to contact the sellers solicitor In nearly 6 weeks !! I said this is very hard to understand that 2 professional bodies cant get in contact!!

Finally yesterday after MYSELF chased it all up they miraculously got in contact.

Now they are waiting for a 106 and a 38 agreement ?

I'm just about had it with this and if it wasn't for my wife and kids I would have told them to cancel the whole lot.

Is this common for as many issues

Nikkinakkinoo2017

Oh my god this sounds awful. How frustrating. I really hope that they pull their fingers out and get onto it for you guys.

ACG

Things like this happen. I completed on a purchase last week for myself. My mortgage was offered in jan, it took over 3 months for the legals because of my buyers solicitor.

It just happens, best to just take a deep breath and let it play out. It is one reason why I always ask my clients to get a solicitor they know and trust or use mine. Cheap and cheerful for such an important transaction is a waste of money.

I'm not skating your solicitors but the vendors by the sounds of it.

jessnat995

Hi thanks for the reply.

But surely the agreement should have been done before the build started? So the GOV web site says.

I do not have any time to give. . As I explained to the solicitor. I go away for 3 weeks with work on the 29th and in the two weeks have to sort both houses out. Especially for my children and wife !

I will not be recommending the solcitor to anyone! And my father (accountant) has advised me to take it further to the professional body.

As waiting 6 weeks for a reply alone is a disgrace to the solicitor.

Have you any experience in weather the 104 and 38 can be fast tracked ?

Thanks

bobobski

It sounds like it was the seller's solicitor, not yours, who's caused the delay on the legal side. There's only so much chasing a solicitor can do. But they should have told you.

Re the s106 and s38 - how fast do you think a council can move? From what I've heard from planning law friends, not very...