I own a freehold premises in Aldersbrook but nevertheless pay rent, why is this and what is this?
It’s unusual for properties in Aldersbrook and has limited impact for conveyancing in Aldersbrook but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.
Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges date back many centuries, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the establishment of fresh rentcharges post 1977.
Previous rentcharges can now be redeemed by making a lump sum payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence post 2037 is to be dispensed with completely.
Please explain the implications if my solicitor is suspended from the Kent Reliance Solicitor panel ahead of completing my conveyancing in Aldersbrook?
The first thing to point out is that, this is a very rare occurrence. In most cases even where a law firm is removed off of a panel the lender would allow the completion to go ahead as the lender would appreciate the difficulties that they would place you in if you have to instruct a new solicitor days before completion. In a worst case scenario where the lender insists that you instruct a new firm then it is possible for a very good lawyer to expedite the conveyancing albeit that you may pay a significant premium for this. The analogous situation is where a buyer instructs a lawyer, exchanges contracts and the law firm is shut down by a regulator such as the SRA. Again, in this situation you can find lawyers who can troubleshoot their way to bring the conveyancing to a satisfactory conclusion - albeit for a fee.
We are planning to move home in May. Will my conveyancing solicitor liaise with the removal company on the completion day. On a separate note, can you put forward a removal company in Aldersbrook. Conveyancing lawyer was organised prior to coming across this site.
On the afternoon of completion you can pick up the house keys from the property agent however this can only happen when the sellers solicitors inform the agent that they acknowledge receipt of the completion payment and the keys can be given over. You should advise the removal company that they can start moving you in. We are not in a position to recommend a specific removal organisation but can help you choose a residential property solicitor in Aldersbrook or a legal practice that specialises in conveyancing in Aldersbrook.
I am selling my house. I had a double glazing fitted in August 2006, but did not receive a FENSA certificate or Building Regulation Certificate. My purchaser’s lender, Coventry BS are being difficult. The Aldersbrook solicitor who is on the Coventry BS conveyancing panel is recommending indemnity insurance as a solution but Coventry BS are insisting on a building regulation certificate. Why do Coventry BS have a conveyancing panel if they don't accept advice from them?
It is probably the case that Coventry BS have referred the matter to their valuer. The reason why Coventry BS may not want to accept indemnity insurance is because it does not give them any reassurance that the double glazing was correctly and safely installed. The indemnity insurance merely protects against enforcement action which is very unlikely anyway.
Principality have agreed my mortgage in principle, my bid on a property in Aldersbrook has been accepted, now what?
The estate agent will want to be advised as to your solicitor's details (ensure that the property lawyers are on the lender’s approved list). Telephone Principality or the broker and finalise any appropriate paperwork. Principality will sellect a valuer who will get in contact with the estate agent or seller to arrange a time for the valuation to take place. Once carried out (assuming no problems) it takes approximately ten days to get a mortgage offer. Principality will issue the offer to you and your conveyancing practitioners. The transaction will then take it’s course according the nature and complexity of the conveyancing in Aldersbrook.
The deeds to my property can not be found. The conveyancers who conducted the conveyancing in Aldersbrook 10 years ago have long since closed. What are my next steps?
Nowadays there are copies made of almost everything, and your conveyancer will know exactly where to locate all the relevant documentation so you can purchase or sell your house without a hitch. If duplicates can’t be located, your lawyer can put in place insurance or indemnities against possible claims on the property.
Can you offer any advice when it comes to finding a Aldersbrook conveyancing firm to deal with our lease extension?
When appointing a conveyancer for lease extension works (regardless if they are a Aldersbrook conveyancing firm) it is imperative that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of conveyancing. We suggest that you speak with two or three firms including non Aldersbrook conveyancing practices before you instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions could be of use:
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After months of dialogue we cannot agree with our landlord on how much the lease extension should cost for our flat in Aldersbrook. Can we issue an application to the Residential Property Tribunal Service?
You certainly can. We are happy to put you in touch with a Aldersbrook conveyancing firm who can help.
An example of a Freehold Enfranchisement decision for a Aldersbrook flat is 9 Granville Road in June 2014. The tribunal determines the enfranchisement price payable by the applicants for the freehold was £32,548 This case was in relation to 5 flats. The unexpired residue of the current lease was 73.8 years.
I am purchasing a property and need a conveyancing solicitor in Aldersbrook who is on the lender approved panel. Can you recommend a Aldersbrook or local Aldersbrook solicitor?
Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for the mortgage company who carry out conveyancing in Aldersbrook. We dont recommend any particular firm.