We see that you have a search directory identifying law firms on the Aldermore conveyancing panel. Do firms pay you a referral fee if I retain them for our own conveyancing in Arlesey?
We are a listing service only for law firms wishing to communicate if they are on the Aldermore conveyancing panel or other lender panels. We do not charge referral fees to any conveyancer that you subsequently appoint for your conveyancing in Arlesey.
I am told that my conveyancing solicitors will need to check that the building insurance when buying a house in Arlesey. My lender is Nationwide Building Society
Nationwide Building Society have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook. As of 23/3/2026, the requirements read as follows :
I opted to have a survey completed on a house in Arlesey ahead of instructing lawyers. I have been told that there is a flying freehold overhang to the property. Our surveyor has said that some mortgage companies may not grant a loan on a flying freehold house.
It depends who your proposed lender is. Santander has different requirements from Birmingham Midshires. If you contact us we can check with the relevant lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Arlesey. Conveyancing can be more complicated and therefore you should check with your conveyancing solicitor in Arlesey to see if the conveyancing costs will increase in light of this.
In my capacity as executor for the estate of my aunt I am disposing of a house in Monmouth but reside in Arlesey. My lawyer (approximately 235 kilometers awayneeds me to sign a stat dec ahead of completion. Can you recommend a conveyancing practitioner in Arlesey who can witness this legal document for me?
Technically speaking you are unlikely to be required to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Normally or notary public or qualified solicitor will be fine regardless of whether they are located in Arlesey
I am hoping to put an offer on a small detached house that seems to tick a lot of boxes, at a reasonable figure which is making it more attractive. I have since discovered that the title is leasehold rather than freehold. I would have thought that there are particular concerns buying a leasehold house in Arlesey. Conveyancing solicitors have not yet been instructed. Will my lawyers set out the implications of buying a leasehold house in Arlesey ?
The majority of houses in Arlesey are freehold and not leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local solicitor used to dealing with such properties who can assist with the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are buying in Arlesey so you should seriously consider looking for a Arlesey conveyancing solicitor and be sure that they are used to dealing with leasehold houses. First you will need to check the number of years remaining. As a tenant you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want with the house. The lease comes with conditions for example obtaining the landlord’spermission to carry out changes to the property. It may be necessary to pay a maintenance charge towards the upkeep of the communal areas where the property is part of an estate. Your lawyer should report to you on the legal implications.
Arlesey Leasehold Conveyancing - Examples of Queries before buying
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Plenty Arlesey leasehold properties will have a service bill for the upkeep of the block levied by the freeholder. If you acquire the property you will have to meet this amount, normally in instalments during the year. This could differ from a couple of hundred pounds to thousands of pounds for buildings with lifts and large communal grounds. In all probability there will be a rentcharge for you to pay annual, ordinarily this is not a exorbitant amount, say around £25-£75 but you should to enquire it because on occasion it could be many hundreds of pounds. It is important to be aware if fixing the lift or some other significant cost is coming up that will be shared between the leaseholders and will dramatically increase the the maintenance charges or require a specific invoice. This question is important as a) areas can result in problems in the building as the common areas may begin to deteriorate where repairs are not paid for b) if the tenants have a dispute with the running of the building you will need to know about it
I am just shy of a 10% deposit on my apartment purchase in Arlesey , but I am keen proceed. What can I do?
You can agree a lower deposit. Most vendors will agree to a lower deposit or even no deposit for a first time buyer or 100% mortgage. Be aware though that if you fail to complete you will still need to hand over a minimum of 10% of the purchase price regardless of how much deposit was agreed.
You can also agree a simultaneous exchange and completion as no deposit is required for this however neither party will be tied in until completion actually takes place and it can be risky if sellers change their mind at the last moment