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Cheap conveyancing in Charterhouse does not necessarily mean low quality - but the odds are stacked against you

Reasons to use our Charterhouse conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 The Charterhouse conveyancing practitioners that are identified are committed to providing the most cost, efficient and accessible conveyancing service to purchasers, sellers and remortgagors in Charterhouse
  • 2 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Charterhouse 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 would hope for.
  • 3 Solicitors that specialise in conveyancing in Charterhouse are familiar with the local concerns peculiar to Charterhouse and therefore you may benefit from better advice and faster conveyancing.
  • 4 Cut price packages from online conveyancers might be tempting. However, these companies are often based hundreds of miles away with limited understanding of the factors that affect property transactions in Charterhouse
  • 5 Charterhouse conveyancing lawyers are likely to be familiar with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and estate agents

Examples of recent conveyancing in Charterhouse since February 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Charterhouse

Me and my fiancee are purchasing our first house. The lawyer has calledto enquire if we wish to take out extra conveyancing searches. As novices we have no idea as to what's recommended for conveyancing in Charterhouse

The number and type of Charterhouse conveyancing searches should be dictated entirely on the property, the location, the likelihood of any of these risks, your familiarity of the region and risks, your overall approach to risk. What is important is that you adequately understand what information each search could give you. You may then decide if you consider that you need that search. If in doubt, ask the lawyer to provide guidance.

I require fast conveyancing in Charterhouse as I am under pressure to exchange contracts within 3 weeks. Thankfully I do not need a mortgage. Can I escape the need for conveyancing searches to save money and time?

As you are are a cash buyer you have the choice not to have searches conducted although no lawyer would advise that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Charterhouse the following are instances of issues that can be revealed and adversely affect future mortgageability: Refused Planning Applications, Overdue Charges, Outstanding Grants, Road Schemes,...

I'm purchasing my first flat in Charterhouse with the aid of help to buy. The builders refused to reduce the price so I negotiated £7000 of additionals instead. The property agent told me not inform my lawyer about this extras as it would adversely affect my mortgage with Godiva Mortgages Ltd. Should I keep quiet?.

All lenders require a Disclosure of Incentives Form from the builder of any new build, converted or renovated property, It is available online from the Lenders’ Handbook page on the CML website. CML form is completed and handed to the lender's surveyor when the inspection is done.

Lenders have different policies on incentives. Some accept none at all, cash or physical, while others will accept cash incentives up to 5%.

Hard to understand why the representative of a builder would be suggesting you withold information from a solicitor when all this will be clearly visible on forms the builder has to supply to its solicitor, the buyer's solicitor and the surveyor.

I need to find a conveyancing solicitor for remortgage conveyancing in Charterhouse. I've land on a site which appears to be the perfect answer If there is a chance to get all formalities done via phone 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?

There are only 62 years left on my flat in Charterhouse. I now wish to get lease extension but my landlord is can not be found. What should I do?

On the basis that you qualify, under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 you can apply to the County Court for for permission to dispense with the service of the initial notice. This will enable the lease to be granted an extra 90 years by the magistrate. You will be obliged to prove that you have made all reasonable attempts to locate the freeholder. For most situations a specialist may be useful to carry out a search and to produce an expert document which can be used as proof that the freeholder can not be located. It is wise to seek advice from a solicitor both on investigating the landlord’s disappearance and the vesting order request to the County Court overseeing Charterhouse.

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 issues? Can you recommend a Charterhouse conveyancing firm to represent me?

in cases where there is a missing freeholder or where there is dispute about the premium for a lease extension, under the relevant statutes it is possible to make an application to the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) to make a decision on the price payable.

An example of a Lease Extension decision for a Charterhouse residence is Flat 89 Trinity Court Grays Inn Road in February 2013. the Tribunal found that the premium to be paid by the tenant on the grant of a new lease, in accordance with section 56 and Schedule 13 to the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 should be £36,229. This case was in relation to 1 flat. The number of years remaining on the existing lease(s) was 66.8 years.

Our conveyancer in Charterhouse has identified a defect with the lease for the apartment we are purchasing in Charterhouse. The seller’s lawyers have suggested title insurance as a solution. We are content with insurance and will pay for it. Our solicitor has advised that as he is on the bank conveyancing panel he must check that the lender is happy with this solution. Who is the client here, us or the bank?

Just because you have a mortgage offer from the bank does not mean to say that the property will be meet their requirements for the purposes of a mortgage. Your Charterhouse conveyancing lawyer has to ensure that the lease has to comply with the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook Requirements. You and the lender are the client. These conveyancing instructions have to be complied with by the bank conveyancing panel who has to balance acting for you and the bank

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Charterhouse regulated by the SRA

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

  • Abrahams Dresden Llp, 111 Charterhouse Street, London, EC1M 6AW
  • Chan Neill Solicitors, 107 Charterhouse Street, London, EC1M 6HW
  • Harper & Odell, 61-63 St. John Street., London, EC1M 4AN
  • Kingsley Napley Llp, Knights Quarter, 14 St. John's Lane, London, EC1M 4AJ
  • Simpson Millar Llp, Sycamore House, 5 Sycamore Street, London, EC1Y 0SG

Residential Licensed Conveyancers in Charterhouse regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Charterhouse but also conveyancing across England and Wales.
  • Stratega Law Ltd, Sutherland House, W1F 7TE
  • T J Ball & Company, 49 Leytonstone Road, E15 1JA
  • Walter Saunders, 382 Brockley Road, SE4 2BY
  • L B Property Lawyers, Imperial House, N17 0SP

Planning law solicitors in Charterhouse regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Charterhouse practicing in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including planning applications and appeals
  • Chan Neill Solicitors, 107 Charterhouse Street, London, EC1M 6HW
  • Caroline Abbott Limited, Central Point, 45 Beech Street, Barbican, London, London, London, EC2Y 8AD
  • Harrison Grant, 45 Beech Street, London, London, EC2Y 8AD
  • Leigh Day, Priory House, 25 St. John's Lane, London, EC1M 4LB
  • Miller Rosenfalck Llp, 17-18 Aylesbury Street, London, EC1R 0DB

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

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