Would the conveyancing solicitors revealed via your search tool conduct right to buy conveyancing in Bedfordshire?
We have identified a number of conveyancing practitioners who can conduct right to buy conveyancing You should call us in order to secure a costs calculation.
When reading mumsnet.com for a conveyancing solicitor in Bedfordshire, many comment that I should look for a CQS accredited solicitor. Can you explain what CQS is?
Bedfordshire Conveyancing Quality Scheme law firms have obtained certification by the law Society The Law Society introduced CQS to promote high standards in the in the legal transfer of properties. CQS enables consumers to recognise practices that provide a quality residential conveyancing. Bedfordshire is one of the many areas in England and Wales in which CQS have offices. The scheme requires law firms to undergo a strict assessment, compulsory training, self-reporting, spot checks and yearly assessments in order to maintain CQS status. It is open only to members of the Law Society who meet the demanding standards set by the scheme and has the support of the Council of Mortgage Lenders.
I bought my apartment on 16 April and the transaction details is not yet on the land registry website. Any reason for this? My conveyancing solicitor in Bedfordshire advises it would be recorded inside ten days. Are titles in Bedfordshire uniquely lengthy to register?
There is nothing unique when it comes to conveyancing in Bedfordshire registration formalities. Rather than based on location, timescales can differ depending on who lodges the application, whether there are errors and if the Land registry have to notify any interested persons or bodies. At present approximately three quarters of submission are fully dealt with within two weeks but some can be subject to longer hold-ups. Historically registration is effected once the new owner has moved in to the property thus 'speed' is not usually top priority but if it is urgent that the the registration takes place urgently then you or your lawyers could contact the land registry and explain the circumstances.
I am buying a new build flat in Bedfordshire. Conveyancing is a frightening process at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build conveyancing.
Here is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Bedfordshire
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The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. The Vendor must covenant to keep unsold units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme.
I'm converting the mortgage on my existing home to a buy to let mortgage with Bank of Scotland and I will use the ballance of the raised equity towards further property. The area we are interested in is Bedfordshire. Will your solicitors be able to act for both sets of banks and link together the conveyances?
Make use of our comparison tool on this page to ensure that the conveyancers are approved by both mortgage companies. Having checked that they are the lawyer should be able to connect the two conveyancing matters but you should talk with you conveyancer and specify your desired outcome and needs.
I've recently bought a leasehold flat in Bedfordshire. Do I have any liability for service charges for periods before completion of my purchase?
Where the service charge has already been demanded from the previous owner and they have not paid you would not usually be personally liable for the arrears. Strange as it may seem, your landlord may still be able to take action to forfeit the lease. A critical element of leasehold conveyancing for your conveyancer to be sure to have an up to date clear service charge receipt before completion of your purchase. If you have a mortgage this is likely to be a requirement of your lender.
If you purchase part way through an accounting year you may be liable for charges not yet demanded even if they relate to a period prior to your purchase. In such circumstances your conveyancer would normally arrange for the seller to set aside some money to cover their part of the period (usually called a service charge retention).
Bedfordshire Leasehold Conveyancing - Examples of Queries before buying
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Its a good idea to find out as much as possible concerning the company managing the block as they can either make living at the property much easier or uncomfortable. As the owner of a leasehold property you are often in the clutches of the managing agents both financially and when it comes to day to day matters such as the upkeep of the common parts. Ask prospective neighbours if they are happy with them. On a final note, investigate as to the dates that the maintenance charges are due to the managing agents and precisely what it includes. Is anyone aware of any major works in the planning that will add a premium to the service fees?