I purchased a freehold property in Barnes yet invoiced for rent, why is this and what is this?
It is rare for properties in Barnes and has limited impact for conveyancing in Barnes 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 creation of new rentcharges from 1977 onwards.
Previous rentcharges can now be extinguished by making a one off payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence in 2037 will be dispensed with completely.
About to place an offer on a leasehold apartment in Barnes. The estate agents tell me that it is usual for flats in Barnes to have less than 75 years remaining. I am expecting a loan with Bank of Ireland. Is this going to be a problem if the lease has 69 years to go.
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are obtaining a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Bank of Ireland have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 1/8/2026 the requirements read as follows :
How does conveyancing in Barnes differ for newly converted properties?
Most buyers of new build premises in Barnes approach us having been asked by the builder to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is ready to move into. This is because developers in Barnes tend to buy the real estate, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct property lawyers as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are accustomed to new build conveyancing in Barnes or who has acted in the same development.
As co-executor for the estate of my father I am selling a residence in Swansea but I am based in Barnes. My lawyer (based 260 kilometers awayhas requested that I execute a statutory declaration ahead of the transaction finalising. Could you suggest a conveyancing lawyer in Barnes who can attest this legal document for me?
Technically speaking you are not likely to be required to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Ordinarily any notary public or qualified solicitor will be fine regardless of whether they are Barnes based
I today plan to offer on a house that seems to be perfect, at a reasonable price which is making it all the more appealing. I have subsequently found out that it's a leasehold as opposed to freehold. I would have thought that there are particular concerns buying a house with a leasehold title in Barnes. Conveyancing advisers have not yet been appointed. Will they explain the issues?
The majority of houses in Barnes are freehold and not leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local conveyancer used to dealing with such properties who can assist with the conveyancing process. It is clear that you are purchasing in Barnes in which case you should be shopping around for a Barnes conveyancing solicitor and be sure that they have experience in advising on leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the number of years remaining. Being a leaseholder you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want to the property. The lease comes with conditions such as obtaining the freeholder’sconsent to carry out alterations. It may be necessary to pay a contribution towards the upkeep of the communal areas where the property is part of an estate. Your solicitor should report to you on the legal implications.
After years of dialogue we are unable to agree with our landlord on how much the lease extension should cost for our flat in Barnes. Does the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal have jurisdiction to calculate the appropriate figures?
You certainly can. We are happy to put you in touch with a Barnes conveyancing firm who can help.
An example of a Freehold Enfranchisement case for a Barnes property is 25 Petley Road in February 2010. The Tribunal determined that the price payable for the freehold of the subject premises should be £18,760. This case affected 2 flats. The unexpired term as at the valuation date was 156.6 years and 66.6 years.
I need to find a mortgage company panel solicitor in Barnes. Could you help me?
It is not clear why you need a Barnes panel solicitor but in any event, if you can not find one on our search tool you will need to speak directly to the lender to find out which solicitors in Barnes are on their panel . If you do find such a firm in Barnes not listed please direct them to our site to list. At a fee of one pound per month it is not expensive to register on the site