I am about to put an offer on a leasehold property in Bognor Regis. The selling agents advise that it is normal for flats in Bognor Regis to have less than 75 years remaining. I am expecting a loan with Platform. 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 getting a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Platform have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 10/10/2026 the requirements read as follows :
I purchased my house on 14 August and the transaction details is yet to be on the land registry website. Need I be worried? My conveyancing solicitor in Bognor Regis advises it will be concluded in less than a month. Are transfers in Bognor Regis uniquely lengthy to register?
As far as conveyancing in Bognor Regis registration is no faster or slower than the rest of the country. As opposed to being determined by geographic area, timescales can differ depending on who lodges the application, whether there are errors and whether the Land registry have to notify any interested parties. At present in the region of three quarters of such applications are fully dealt with in less than three weeks but occasionally there can be extensive hold-ups. Registration is effected once the new owner has moved in to the premises therefore 'speed' is not usually an essential issue yet if there is a degree of urgency associated with the registration then you or your conveyancer could speak with the land registry and explain the circumstances.
How does conveyancing in Bognor Regis differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build or newly converted property in Bognor Regis come to us having been asked by the developer to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is built. This is because builders in Bognor Regis typically purchase the land, 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 conveyancers 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 used to new build conveyancing in Bognor Regis or who has acted in the same development.
Due to the guidance of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Bognor Regis prior to appointing conveyancers. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold overhang to the house. The surveyor has said that some mortgage companies will not give a mortgage on a flying freehold home.
It depends who your proposed lender is. Lloyds has different requirements from Halifax. Should you wish to call us we can check with 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 Bognor Regis. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Bognor Regis especially if they are acquainted with such properties in Bognor Regis.
My partner has recommend that I appoint his conveyancers in Bognor Regis. Should I use them?
Much as we are happy to recommend a Bognor Regis conveyancing lawyer the ideal way to choose a conveyancing solicitor is to get referrals from friends or family who have previously instructed the solicitor that you are considering.
Developers have recommended to me a lawyer and I've obtained an estimate from them. It's almost £300 cheaper than my own Bognor Regis solicitor. Should I use them?
Builders often have panels of conveyancers who expedite matters and who know the seller’s paperwork and solicitor. Plenty of developers offer an inducement to choose their approved lawyer for this reason, any increased charges can be avoided and a developer won't suggest a conveyancing warehouse and run the risk of having the transaction delayed when they need an exchange inside a month. The argument for not agreeing to use the suggested lawyer is that they may prove hesitant to fight for your interests at the risk of upsetting the developer. If you worry that this may be the situation you should remain with your high street Bognor Regis solicitor.