I have given 8 weeks notice to my existing landlord and must vacate my rented apartment in Clapham by the end of next month. Conveyancing on my purchase is underway. Can I complete in three weeks as I wish to avoid having to find temporary accommodation?
It is unwise to provide notice for your letting unless you have exchanged. If you have not previously done so, notify to your solicitor and request that they chase the sellers solicitors, try to an agreed time frame that all parties will aim towards
I am mortgaging my flat in Clapham, does my lawyer have to be on the Clydesdale Conveyancing panel?
In theory, you could use a solicitor that is not on the Clydesdale conveyancing panel, but Clydesdale would require one of their panel solicitors to be instructed to act in their interests, and you'd have to pay for this - so most people instruct a panel solicitor. It's also easier, as otherwise you'd have to deal with two solicitors for the same conveyancing matter.
We are close to exchanging contracts on the sale of our house in Clapham and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a possibility that the property was constructed land that was not decontaminated. A high street Clapham lawyer would know that there is no such problem. For the life of me I don't know why the buyers are using a factory type conveyancing firm rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Clapham. Having lived in Clapham for three years we know of no issue. Do we contact our local Authority to get clarification that the buyers are looking for.
It would appear that you have a conveyancing lawyer already. Are they able to advise? You need to enquire of your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out life insurance to cover that same ailment)
About to purchase a new build flat in Clapham. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build legal work.
Set out below is a sample of a few leasehold new build questions that you can expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Clapham
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The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company? If there are lifts in the building, please confirm that the owners of flats on the ground and basement floors will not be required to contribute towards the cost of maintenance and renewal.
In searching the world wide web for the term conveyancing in Clapham it brings up numerous solicitorsin the area. How do I determine which is the suitable conveyancing solicitor for my move?
The ideal method of seeking the right conveyancer is through a personal recommendation, so ask colleagues and relatives who have bought a property in Clapham or a reputable estate agent or financial adviser. Charges for conveyancing in Clapham vary, so it's sensible to obtain at least four costs illustrations from different companies. Make sure that you know what costs in the quote includes.
I am hoping to put an offer on a small detached house that seems to meet my requirements, at a reasonable figure which is making it more attractive. I have since found out that it's a leasehold rather than freehold. I am assuming that there are issues purchasing a leasehold house in Clapham. Conveyancing solicitors have not yet been appointed. Will my lawyers set out the implications of buying a leasehold house in Clapham ?
The majority of houses in Clapham are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local conveyancer used to dealing with such properties who can help the conveyancing process. It is clear that you are buying in Clapham in which case you should be shopping around for a Clapham conveyancing solicitor and be sure that they have experience in transacting on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the unexpired lease term. As a leaseholder you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want to the property. The lease will likely included provisions for example requiring the freeholder’sconsent to carry out alterations. It may be necessary to pay a service charge towards the maintenance of the estate where the property is located on an estate. Your conveyancer will report to you on the legal implications.
Having spent months of correspondence we are unable to agree with our landlord on how much the lease extension should cost for our flat in Clapham. Does the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal have jurisdiction to calculate the appropriate figures?
Absolutely. We can put you in touch with a Clapham conveyancing firm who can help.
An example of a Freehold Enfranchisement case for a Clapham property is 23 Chelsham Road in May 2013. the Tribunal found that the sum of £13,870.00 was payable for the freehold following a vestig order having been granted by Swansea County Court dated 1st March 2013 This case affected 3 flats. The unexpired term was 99 years.