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Borehamwood Conveyancing Statistics*

  • 1 The most common indemnity insurance policies for Borehamwood conveyancing is Chancel
  • 2 77% freehold and 23% leasehold conveyancing in Borehamwood for this year to date
  • 3 118 is the median number of years remaining on leases in Borehamwood
  • 4 Percentage of leasehold conveyancing purchases in Borehamwood is 20% where there is a share in the management company or freehold company
  • 5 was the busiest month and was the next busiest month while was the least busiest month of the year for conveyancing in Borehamwood

Examples of recent conveyancing in Borehamwood since November 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Borehamwood

Can the conveyancing lawyers that you recommend carry out auction conveyancing in Borehamwood?

There are a few niche solicitors we can put you in touch with those conducting auction conveyancing. Borehamwood is just one of the many locations where our lawyers have a presence.

Our bank has recommended a law firm on their panel based in Borehamwood but I would rather use a conveyancing lawyer in Borehamwood local to me. Are you able to help?

The minority of Borehamwood conveyancing solicitors are listed all banks conveyancing panel. Use our search tool to find a Borehamwood conveyancing firm on the on the lender panel.

Due to the input of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Borehamwood before appointing lawyers. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold overhang to the house. Our surveyor advised that some mortgage companies will not grant a loan on such a home.

It varies from the lender to lender. Lloyds has different requirements from Birmingham Midshires. Should you wish to call us we can look into this further with the appropriate bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Borehamwood. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.

Am I right to be concerned that third parties that I am dealing with are suggesting a factory type conveyancing firm rather than a local Borehamwood conveyancing firm?

As with many professional services, often suggestions from family and friends can be most helpful. Nevertheless there are many parties with a keen interest in a conveyancing deal; estate agents, mortgage brokers and banks may suggest lawyers to appoint. On occasion the conveyancers might be known to one of the organisations as experts in their field, but occasionally there is an underlying financial incentive behind the endorsement. You have the right to choose your preferred lawyer. You need to be aware that the majority of mortgage providers operate an approved list of solicitors you have to use for the lender related work in your transaction.

I need to retain a conveyancing solicitor for purchase conveyancing in Borehamwood. I happened to land on a site which appears to be the ideal answer If it is possible to get all this stuff completed via web that would be ideal. Should I be wary? What are the potential pitfalls?

As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?

What advice can you give us when it comes to finding a Borehamwood conveyancing firm to carry out our lease extension conveyancing?

If you are instructing a property lawyer for lease extension works (regardless if they are a Borehamwood conveyancing practice) it is most important that he or she should be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We suggest that you speak with several firms including non Borehamwood conveyancing practices before you instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions could be of use:

    What are the costs for lease extension work? If the firm is not ALEP accredited then why not?

I have tried to negotiate informally with with my landlord for a lease extension without any joy. Can the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal adjudicate on such matters? Can you recommend a Borehamwood conveyancing firm to help?

in cases where there is a absentee freeholder or if there is dispute about what the lease extension should cost, under the relevant statutes you can apply to the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) to determine the price payable.

An example of a Lease Extension case for a Borehamwood residence is Ground Floor Maisonette 17 Milton Road in January 2014. The Tribunal determined the premium payable by the Applicant to the should be £13,299 This case affected 1 flat. The unexpired lease term was 71.73 years.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Borehamwood regulated by the SRA

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

  • Martin Smith & Co, Majestic House, 18 Shenley Road, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 1DL
  • Spalter Fisher Llp, 1 Theobald Court, Theobald Street, Elstree, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 4RN
  • Landau & Cohen, Medburn Lodge, Butterfly Lane, Elstree, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3AD
  • Brightstone Law Llp, Brightstone House, 511 Centennial Park, Centennial Avenue, Elstree, Hertfordshire, WD6 3FG
  • Maurice Hackenbroch & Co Limited, 297 Hale Lane, Edgware, Middlesex, HA8 7AX

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Borehamwood regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Borehamwood practicing in commercial conveyancing in Borehamwood. This could include advice on taking a commercial lease as a tenant
  • Martin Smith & Co, Majestic House, 18 Shenley Road, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 1DL
  • Spalter Fisher Llp, 1 Theobald Court, Theobald Street, Elstree, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 4RN
  • Landau & Cohen, Medburn Lodge, Butterfly Lane, Elstree, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3AD
  • Brightstone Law Llp, Brightstone House, 511 Centennial Park, Centennial Avenue, Elstree, Hertfordshire, WD6 3FG
  • Verdant Solicitors, 309 Hale Lane, Edgware, Middlesex, HA8 7AX

Domestic Licensed Conveyancers in Borehamwood regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Borehamwood but also conveyancing across England and Wales.
  • Horizon Law Limited, 214 High Street, EN5 5SZ
  • Home 2 Home Property Lawyers Limited, 32 Millais Gardens, HA8 5SY
  • House Owners Conveyancers Limited, Dephina House, N3 2JU
  • Graham Smith Property Lawyers , St Johns House, WD24 6PW
  • House Owners Conveyancers Limited, 56 Windermere Avenue, N3 3RA

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