Self builders in the Glasgow area

[Anna_R]

Hello everyone. We are at the start of our self-build journey. Having considered it for quite a while, we have decided that now is the time to start our journey properly. We are in the process of looking for a plot and also looking for a solicitor who can support the land purchase. Does anyone have a recommendation for a solicitor who can support land purchase? Thanks

[SuperJohnG]

Hi Anna and welcome. 

 

I'm in the Glasgow area (just south towards kilmarnock). Any solicitor should be able to do it without issue. Just use a decent proper solicitor and not a fixed price conveyancing service which is very basic and albeit they are solicitors they are not really very good at things apart from doing house conveyancing.

 

Thinks to ensure is access and provision of services. Never buya plot unless you are 100% sure that you can get services and the cost of connection. Also worthwhile adding clauses around doing checks that it isn't made up ground or contaminated etc. 

[Anna_R]

Thanks John, this is really helpful. Good points on those clauses - will factor those in

[CaptainDram]

Anna, I'm in a similar area, who did you end up using and are they any good?

[Gus Potter]

30 minutes ago, CaptainDram said:

I'm in a similar area,

Hi CaptainDram.

 

Are you thinking about a plot in Scotland? If so plenty folk up here that can chip in with advice.

On 11/04/2022 at 12:14, SuperJohnG said:

Any solicitor should be able to do it without issue. Just use a decent proper solicitor and not a fixed price conveyancing service which is very basic and albeit they are solicitors they are not really very good at things apart from doing house conveyancing.

Good advice.

[CaptainDram]

Hi Gus, the plot is in the family (in Glasgow) and I want to get the title transferred but also need some advice on a financial arrangement around the plot.

 

Really appreciate the support on here already!

Edited November 7, 2024 by CaptainDram