In researching mumsnet.com for a recommended solicitor in Birchington, many say that I must look for a CQS assured solicitor. Can you explain what CQS is?
Birchington Conveyancing Quality Scheme solicitors have been granted certification by the law Society CQS was established to establish evidence of quality standards in the in the legal transfer of properties. CQS helps consumers to recognise practices who provide a quality residential conveyancing. Birchington is one of locations in England and Wales in which CQS have a presence. The conveyancing scheme obliges practices to undergo a strict assessment, compulsory training, self-certification, random audits 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 Association of British Insurers.
A relative suggested that if I am purchasing in Birchington I should ask my conveyancer to perform a Neighbourhood, Planning and Local Amenity Search. Can you explain what the purpose of this search is?
This is a search is usually included in the estimate for your Birchington conveyancing searches. It is not a small report of about 40 pages, listing and detailing important information about Birchington around the property and the people living there. It includes an Aerial Photograph, Planning Applications, Land Use, Mobile Phone Masts, Rights of Way, the Birchington Housing Market, Council Tax Banding, the demographics of People living in the area, the dominant type of Housing, the Average Property Price, Crime details, Birchington Education with plans and statistics, Local Amenities and other useful information about Birchington.
Due to the encouragement of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Birchington before instructing solicitors. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold overhang to the house. Our surveyor has said that some mortgage companies tend not issue a mortgage on such a premises.
It depends who your proposed lender is. Santander has different instructions for example to Nationwide. Should you wish to call us we can check via the relevant bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Birchington. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.
I am downsizing from my home. My past conveyancers closed down. I am in need of a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. Im based in Birchington if that makes things easier.
You should use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Birchington. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with regulated solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move goes smoothly.
My father has suggested that I use his conveyancers in Birchington. Should I find my own solicitor?
Much as we are happy to recommend a Birchington conveyancing lawyer the ideal way to choose a conveyancing solicitor is to have recommendations from friends or relatives who have experience in using the solicitor you're considering.
We expect to complete the sale of our £200,000 apartment in Birchington next week. The managing agents has quoted £384 for Landlord’s certificate, building insurance schedule and 3 years service charge statements. Is it legal for a freeholder to charge an administration fee for a flat conveyance in Birchington?
Birchington conveyancing on leasehold maisonettes nine out of ten times necessitates administration charges raised by managing agents :
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Completing pre-contract questions
Where consent is required before sale in Birchington
Supplying insurance information
Deeds of covenant upon sale
Registering of the assignment of the change of lessee after a sale
I invested in buying a leasehold flat in Birchington, conveyancing was carried out half a dozen years ago. Can you let me have an estimate of the premium that my landlord can legally expect in return for granting a renewal of my lease? Similar flats in Birchington with over 90 years remaining are worth £191,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £55 yearly. The lease ceases on 21st October 2079
With only 54 years remaining on your lease we estimate the price of your lease extension to span between £31,400 and £36,200 plus costs.
The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to provide a more accurate figure without more detailed due diligence. Do not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There are no doubt other concerns that need to be taken into account and clearly you should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not take any other action placing reliance on this information before seeking the advice of a professional.