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Reasons to use our Bellingham conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 There is a better than average chance that the other side’s lawyers are based in Bellingham - if so sets of conveyancers will have worked on conveyancing matters in the past
  • 2 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Bellingham is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) often falls short of the level of professionalism you will expect.
  • 3 Bellingham conveyancers are likely to have connections at the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and property agents
  • 4 No matter what any alternative solicitors may claim it could be important to pop into your lawyer to sign contracts. There are enough parties engaged in a homemove without needing to include Royal Mail into the equation.
  • 5 Over the years Bellingham lawyer have established excellent connections with Bellingham local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and property developers enabling them to liaise at speed with all parties involved in the process of handling your conveyancing in Bellingham.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Bellingham since September 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Bellingham

Would the conveyancing lawyers via your comparison service conduct conveyancing in Bellingham by way of an attended exchange?

We do have a number of conveyancing experts who can conduct one day exchanges. Do contact us to obtain a conveyancing quote and details as to dates.

I am selling my flat. I had a double glazing fitted in April 2010, but did not receive a FENSA certificate or Building Regulation Certificate. My buyer's lender, TSB are being a right pain. The Bellingham solicitor who is on the TSB conveyancing panel is saying indemnity insurance will be fine but TSB are insisting on a building regulation certificate. Why do TSB have a conveyancing panel if they don't accept advice from them?

It is probably the case that TSB have referred the matter to their valuer. The reason why TSB 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.

About to purchase flat in Bellingham. I have received an online quote from a licenced conveyancer, which states: "There will be no charge for dealing with the Building Society if you are obtaining a mortgage". I take this to mean that there will be no additional fee if the solicitor is on the Nationwide conveyancing panel. I wanted to make sure it means there will be no additional fees for dealing with the mortgage.

They are simply saying that the cost for acting for the lender is included in the fee being quoted. It is worth you checking that the Bellingham lawyer is on the Nationwide conveyancing panel.

Our offer on a property in Bellingham has been agreed to, but there is a chain. The vendors have put an offer on somewhere, but it’s not yet tied up, and are looking at other apartments booked. I have chosen a high street conveyancing solicitor in Bellingham. What should be my next step? At what point should I apply for the mortgage with Nottingham?

It is normal to have apprehensions where there is a chain as you are unlikely to want to be too out of pocket prematurely (mortgage application is approx one thousand pounds, then survey, Bellingham conveyancing search fees, etc). The first thing to do is ensure that your conveyancer is on the Nottingham conveyancing panel. Concerning the subsequent steps this very much depends on the uniqueness of your transaction, motivation for this property and on the state of the market. During a buoyant market the majority of home buyers will apply for a home loan with Nottingham and pay for the valuation and only if it comes back ok would they ask their conveyancer to move forward with the conveyancing in Bellingham.

What can a local search reveal about the property my wife and I purchasing in Bellingham?

Bellingham conveyancing often commences with the submitting local authority searches directly from your local Authority or via a personal search company such as Onsearch The local search is essential in every Bellingham conveyancing purchase; that is if you wish to avoid any unpleasant once you have moved into your property. The search should supply information on, amongst other things, details on planning applications applicable to the premises (whether granted or refused), building control history, any enforcement action, restrictions on permitted development, nearby road schemes, contaminated land and radon gas; in all a total of 13 subject areas.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I have offered on last month in what was supposed to be a straight forward, no chain conveyancing. Bellingham is where the house is located. Can you offer any opinion?

Flying freeholds in Bellingham are rare but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Bellingham you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds diligently. Your mortgage company may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Bellingham may decide that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold residence.

Should I instruct a Bellingham conveyancing practitioner based in the vicinity that I am purchasing? We have a good friend who can conduct the legal work but her office is 300miles away.

The primary upside of using a local Bellingham conveyancing practice is that you can attend the office to execute paperwork, deliver your ID and pester them where appropriate. Having local Bellingham know how is a plus. That being said it's more important to get someone that will do a good and efficient job. If other friends have used your friend and they were content that must surpass using an unfamiliar Bellingham conveyancing solicitor solely due to them being based in the area.

I own a leasehold house in Bellingham. Conveyancing and Bank of Scotland mortgage organised. A letter has just been received from someone claiming to own the reversionary interest in the property. Attached was a ground rent demand for rent dating back to 1998. The conveyancing solicitor in Bellingham who previously acted has long since retired. Do I pay?

The first thing you should do is make enquiries of HMLR to be sure that this person is in fact the new freeholder. You do not need to instruct a Bellingham conveyancing solicitor to do this as you can do this on the Land Registry website for less than a fiver. Rest assured that regardless, even if this is the rightful freeholder, under the Limitation Act 1980 the limitation period for recovery of ground rent is six years.

I have attempted and failed to negotiate with my landlord to extend my lease without success. Can the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal adjudicate on such matters? Can you recommend a Bellingham conveyancing firm to represent me?

Most definitely. We are happy to put you in touch with a Bellingham conveyancing firm who can help.

An example of a Freehold Enfranchisement matter before the tribunal for a Bellingham residence is 75 Woolstone Road in February 2012. the decision of the Tribunal was that the appropriate amount to be paid to purchase the freehold was the sum of £17,711 . This case related to 2 flats. The unexpired term as at the valuation date was 68.28 and 158.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Bellingham regulated by the SRA

It is important to note that the listed firms do not limit their work for conveyancing in Bellingham but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.

  • Raw & Co, 1 Dura Den Close, Beckenham Place Park, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 5BU
  • Grand & Machyle Solicitors, 499 Bromley Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 4PQ
  • Kingscourt Solicitors, 117 Catford Hill, London, SE6 4PR
  • Pritchard Joyce & Hinds, Kelsey House, 77 High Street, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 1AN
  • A Ransley Limited, Kelsey House, 77 High Street, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 1AN

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Bellingham

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Bellingham practicing in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This may include advice on service charge disputes and the right to manage

  • Ablitts, Unit 24, Metro Business Centre, Kangley Bridge Road, London, SE26 5BW
  • Raw & Co, 1 Dura Den Close, Beckenham Place Park, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 5BU
  • Grand & Machyle Solicitors, 499 Bromley Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 4PQ
  • Kingscourt Solicitors, 117 Catford Hill, London, SE6 4PR
  • Astute Legal Solicitors, 22b Catford Hill, Catford, London, SE6 4PX

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Bellingham regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Bellingham practicing in commercial conveyancing in Bellingham. This may include advice on granting a lease to a commercial tenant
  • Ablitts, Unit 24, Metro Business Centre, Kangley Bridge Road, London, SE26 5BW
  • Raw & Co, 1 Dura Den Close, Beckenham Place Park, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 5BU
  • Grand & Machyle Solicitors, 499 Bromley Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 4PQ
  • A Ransley Limited, Kelsey House, 77 High Street, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 1AN
  • Pritchard Joyce & Hinds, Kelsey House, 77 High Street, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 1AN

*Source acknowledgement: House price data produced by Land Registry as well data supplied by Lexsure Ltd.

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