My best friend’s step-father is a solicitor. I expect that I will receive friends and family pricing for conveyancing, However if that does not come through, what level of fees would I typically be looking at for conveyancing in Downend?
Do compare pricing. Do use our search tool on this site. Whilst amounts may be different but the service one can expect are distinct between property lawyers as is the case with the vast majority of professional services.
We are close to exchanging contracts on the sale of our property in Downend and according to the buyers it appears that there is a possibility that the property was constructed on contaminated land. A local conveyancer would know that there is no such problem. For the life of me I don't know why the purchasers are using a web based conveyancing outfit rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Downend. We have lived in Downend for three years we know of no issue. Should we contact our local Authority to seek confirmation that the buyers are looking for.
It would appear that you have a conveyancing lawyer already. Are they able to advise? You must check with 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 health insurance to cover that same ailment)
Just had an offer accepted on a new build flat in Downend. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build legal work.
Set out below are examples of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Downend
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The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme. Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier? Where service of notices and proceedings can be at the property demised please confirm that this can be amended to include simultaneous services at the Lessees’ solicitors’ offices where the Lessee from time to time is not resident in the UK - such solicitors may be varied by notice in writing to the Landlord from time to time but otherwise will be as previously specified. Investor purchasers must be able to freely grant unsecured tenancies at market rents without requiring any consents. Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision.
I opted to have a survey carried out on a property in Downend prior to retaining solicitors. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold element to the property. My surveyor advised that some mortgage companies may not give a loan on this type of premises.
It varies from the lender to lender. HSBC has different instructions from Nationwide. Should you wish to telephone us we can check via the relevant lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Downend. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Downend especially if they are familiar with such properties in Downend.
In what way can the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 impact my business property in Downend and how can your lawyers assist?
The particular law that you refer to gives security of tenure to business lessees, giving them the a statutory right to make a request to court for a renewal lease and remain in occupation when the lease comes to an end. There are limited grounds that a landlord can refrain from granting a lease renewal and the rules are complicated. We are happy to direct you to commercial conveyancing firms who use the act for protection and handle your commercial conveyancing in Downend
I am looking at a couple of maisonettes in Downend which have in the region of forty five years remaining on the lease term. Will this present a problem?
There are plenty of short leases in Downend. The lease is a right to use the premises for a period of time. As a lease shortens the value of the lease decreases and results in it becoming more costly to acquire a lease extension. This is why it is generally wise to extend the lease term. It is often difficulties arise selling premises with a short lease as mortgage companies may be unwilling to lend money on such properties. Lease enfranchisement can be a difficult process. We recommend you get professional help from a solicitor and surveyor with experience in this area.
Downend Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Sample of Questions you should ask before buying
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It is important to be aware if fixing the lift or some other major work is pending that will be shared between the leaseholders and will dramatically increase the the service costs or necessitate a specific payment. On the whole the outlay for major works tend not to be included within service charges, albeit that there some managing agents in Downend require leasehold owners to pay into a sinking fund and this is used to offset against major repairs or maintenance.