I am the registered owner of a freehold residence in Blakeney but still pay rent, why is this and what is this?
It is rare for properties in Blakeney and has limited impact for conveyancing in Blakeney 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 fresh rentcharges from 1977 onwards.
Old rentcharges can now be redeemed by making a one off payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence post 2037 is to be dispensed with completely.
We are expecting a mortgage offer soon. The bank mentioned the mortgage came with free conveyancing. Is the implication that I have to instruct their panel solicitor as I would much rather instruct a Blakeney based conveyancing firm?
Do check but the the likelihood is that appoint one of their panel solicitors should you want the "fee-free" offer. Call the bank and see if they allow a cash alternative. Some mortgage companies have previously offered a £250 cashback as a further option in which case that money can go towards your preferred conveyancing solicitor in Blakeney.
What will a local search inform me about the property I am purchasing in Blakeney?
Blakeney conveyancing often starts with the submitting local authority searches directly from your local Authority or via a personal search company such as PSG The local search is essential in every Blakeney conveyancing purchase; as long as you wish to avoid any unpleasant surprises after you move into your property. The search will reveal data on, amongst other things, details on planning applications relevant 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 headings.
I have todaybecome aware that Action Conveyancing have closed. They conducted my conveyancing in Blakeney for a purchase of a freehold house 12 months ago. How can I establish that my home is in my name in the name of the previous owner?
The easiest method to see if the property is registered to you, you can make a search of the land registry (£3.00). You can either do this yourself or ask a law firm to do this for you. If you are not registered you can seek help from one of a number of Blakeney conveyancing specialists.
How does the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 impact my business property in Blakeney and how can you help?
The 1954 Act provides security of tenure to commercial leaseholders, giving them the dueness to apply to court for a continuation of occupancy at the end of an expired lease. There are certain specified grounds that a landlord can refrain from granting a lease renewal and the rules are involved. Fees are different for commercial conveyancing. Blakeney is one of our numerous locations in which our lawyers are based
I pay a maintenance contribution for my property in Blakeney. Due to losing my job and personal issues I slipped into arrears with payments. The managing agents agreed a settlement schedule but there is still around £3000 remaining to be paid.
I now wish to dispose of the property and I am nervous that this can jeopardize the sale if I have to settle the arrears in advance. Do I have to settle before - is this viable?
You should speak with the conveyancing practitioner dealing with your Blakeney conveyancing but it might be possible to arrange for the debt to be attributed to the buyers. The final price payable would be adjusted to reflect the amount of debt they assume. They could then deal with the fees once they are the owners.