I have given 8 weeks notice to my current landlord and must leave my rented flat in Hartlebury by 6/2/2026. Conveyancing on my purchase has just started. How realistic is it to complete in a couple of weeks as don't want to have to move into temporary accommodation?
It is unwise to provide notice on a rental until your lawyer suggests that you should. Assuming that you have not already done so, notify to your conveyancer and request that they chase the owners lawyers, try to a target completion date that everyone will work to achieve
Why do I have to pay up front when it comes to conveyancing in Hartlebury?
If you are buying a property in Hartlebury your lawyer will request that you to provide them with monies to cover the the cost of the conveyancing searches. Generally this is called for to cover the fees of the conveyancing searches. If any down payment is payable against the purchase price then this will be needed shortly before exchange of contracts. Any further balance that is due will be payable a few days ahead of the day of completion.
I opted to have a survey completed on a property in Hartlebury before instructing solicitors. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold overhang to the house. My surveyor has said that some lenders may refuse to issue a loan on this type of house.
It varies from the lender to lender. Lloyds has different instructions for example to Birmingham Midshires. If you call us we can look into this further via the appropriate mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Hartlebury. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.
Is it best to choose a Hartlebury conveyancing practitioner in close proximity to the house I am hoping to buy? An old friend can deal with the legal work however his firm is located over three hundred kilometers drive away.
The primary upside of using a high street Hartlebury conveyancing practice is that you can pop in to sign documents, deliver your identification documents and apply pressure on them where appropriate. They will also have local knowledge which is a plus. That being said it's more important to get someone that will do a good and efficient job. If other friends have instructed your friend and the majority were happy that should surpass using an unknown Hartlebury conveyancing solicitor just because they are local.
What are your top tips when it comes to finding a Hartlebury conveyancing practice to carry out our lease extension conveyancing?
If you are instructing a solicitor for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Hartlebury conveyancing firm) it is essential that he or she should be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We suggest that you talk with several firms including non Hartlebury conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions might be of use:
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Can they put you in touch with clients in Hartlebury who can give a testimonial?
I purchased a 2 bed flat in Hartlebury, conveyancing was carried out April 1995. Can you work out an approximate cost of a lease extension? Comparable flats in Hartlebury with a long lease are worth £186,000. The ground rent is £55 invoiced annually. The lease expires on 21st October 2077
You have 52 years left to run the likely cost is going to span between £29,500 and £34,000 as well as legals.
The figure above a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we cannot give you a more accurate figure in the absence of comprehensive due diligence. You should not use this information in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There may be additional concerns that need to be taken into account and clearly you want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not move forward placing reliance on this information before seeking the advice of a professional.
If instructed can a conveyancer remove someone from the title of my home in Hartlebury ?
Extracting or adding someone to the title of your house is relatively straightforward. You’ll need to appoint a lawyer to discuss your legal rights before you can proceed with a transfer of property. Contact us to book a free consultation with one a conveyancing practitioner