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ExTra-
How long ago was it?
There seems to be a massive discrepancy between solicitors / opportunity for discrimination if they don't like the cut of your jib. We had absolutely zero questions about deposit source in Dec-2020, I just put "savings" and they accepted it.
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Interestingly out of the 5 I spoke to, only 1 asked me about my nationality, which is British. I can't help but think there is an element of covert racism
Hopefully just busyness / laziness rather than racism / xenophobia. Conveyancing is a low earner for solicitors so busy/lazy ones could well just look to screen out anyone that looks like they might be a slightly complicated client. The penalties and faff of being done for not following money laundering checks are significant.
NickCJ
Hefty
My partner got some money from her dad for our house purchase, we just said it was a gift and they didn't give a shit. Can't remember them needing proof. We were half way through the process at that point.
My guess would be the probate docs would be enough surely!