Re-mortgaging requires various legal activities from a solicitor. Tasks include:
- Reviewing property title deeds:
- Mortgage document preparation: The solicitor will prepare the legal documentation for the new mortgage. This document contains property, lender, and borrower information.
- Property search: The solicitor will check the property for charges or liens.
- Registering the mortgage: The solicitor will register the new mortgage with the Property Registration Authority (PRA) for legality.
- Advising the client: The solicitor will explain the mortgage conditions and dangers to the client.
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