Is the fact that my conveyancer in Heaton and Jesmond is not identified on my bank's conveyancing panel that there is a problem with the standard of his work?
That would more than likely be an incorrect assumption to make. There are all sorts of perfectly reasonable explanations. Just recently a report by the solicitors regulator indicated that over three quarters of law firms surveyed had been removed from at least one lender panel. The most common reasons for removal are: (1) low volume of transactions (2) the solicitor is a sole practitioner (3) as part of the HSBC panel reduction (4) regulatory contact by SRA (5) accidental removal. Should you be concerned you should contact the Heaton and Jesmond conveyancing practice and ask them why they are no longer on the approved list for your bank.
I am about to put an offer on a leasehold apartment in Heaton and Jesmond. The selling agents say that it is normal for flats in Heaton and Jesmond to have less than 75 years left on the lease. I am getting a loan with Chelsea Building Society. Will the property be mortgageable given that the lease has 70 years left.
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are obtaining a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Chelsea Building Society have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 11/5/2025 the requirements read as follows :
Forgive me if this question is silly but I am new to the home buying as FTB of a garden flat in Heaton and Jesmond. Do I collect the keys to the property on completion from my lawyer? If this is the case, I will appoint a High Street conveyancing solicitor in Heaton and Jesmond?
On the day of completion you do not need to attend the conveyancers office in Heaton and Jesmond. Conveyancing lawyers for you will transfer the completion advance to the seller's conveyancers, and once they have received this, you will be able to collect the keys from the property Agents and move into your new home. Usually this occurs early afternoon.
Is it the case that all Heaton and Jesmond CQS (Conveyancing Quality Scheme) solicitors are on the Leeds Building Society conveyancing list of approved firms?
A selection of lenders now make use of the accreditation scheme as the starting point for Panel approval such as HSBC and Santander. The Law Society’s CQS accreditation however gives no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. That being said,the CML have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for firms wishing to remain on their approved list of conveyancing solicitors.
My wife and I are at the point of viewing flats in Heaton and Jesmond and I am about to put in an offer. Is it sensible to have a conveyancer on ‘stand by’? I intend to finance via a home loan with Principality.
You should start obtaining conveyancing estimates from solicitors ASAP. After you have chosen your lawyer and once your offer is accepted you can instruct them to work for you and pass their details on to the selling agent. As you are obtaining a mortgage with Principality, make sure you remember to check that your lawyer is on the Principality conveyancing panel.
About to purchase a new build apartment in Heaton and Jesmond. 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 conveyancing.
Here are examples of a selection of leasehold new build enquiries that you can expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Heaton and Jesmond
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Where there is an Undertaking being granted there is the risk of forfeiture of the Headlease subject to relief if one or more of the Underlessees are willing to accept the original Head Lessee’s obligations as otherwise relief will be denied to the Underlessees. The only alternatives are the Head Lessor agreeing not to forfeit the Headlease or the Head Lessee guaranteeing to the Underlessees that it will not be in breach of the Headlease. 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. Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier? Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision. Please supply a car parking plan.
I am selling my property. My previous conveyancers closed down. It would be helpful to have a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. Im based in Heaton and Jesmond if that affects matters.
You should use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Heaton and Jesmond. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with regulated solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move goes with a minimum of fuss.
What advice can you give us when it comes to choosing a Heaton and Jesmond conveyancing practice to carry out our lease extension conveyancing?
If you are instructing a conveyancer for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Heaton and Jesmond conveyancing practice) it is essential that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We recommend that you speak with two or three firms including non Heaton and Jesmond conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions might be helpful:
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If they are not ALEP accredited then why not?
Heaton and Jesmond Leasehold Conveyancing - Examples of Queries Prior to Purchasing
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Please note that where the lease has fewer than 80 years it will affect the salability of the apartment. It is worth checking with your bank that they are happy with the length of the lease. Leases with fewer than 80 years remaining means that you will almost definitely need a lease extension sooner rather than later and it is worth finding out what this would cost. Remember, in most cases you will need to own the residence for 24 months before you are legally able to extend the lease. Can you tell me if there are any major works in the near future that could increase the service charges? The answer will be helpful as a) areas could cause problems in the building as the common areas may begin to deteriorate if repairs remain unpaid b) if the leasehold owners have an issue with the running of the building you will need to have all the details