We are intending to purchase a 1 bedroom flat in Kenley with a mortgage. We have a Kenley lawyer, but the lender says she’s not on their "panel". We have to appoint one of the lender panel solicitors or retain our Kenley conveyancer as well as pay for one of their panel ones to represent them. This seems very unfair; is there anything we can do?
Unfortunately,no. The mortgage offered to you is subject to its terms and conditions, one of which will be that lawyers will on the lender’s conveyancing panel. Until recently, most lenders had large numbers of law firms on their panels: a borrower could choose one for themselves, as long as it was on the lender's panel. The lender would then simply instruct the borrower's lawyers to act for the lender, too. You can use your lender's panel lawyers or you could borrow from another lender which does not restrict your choice. Another option that might be available is for your Kenley conveyancing solicitor to apply to be on the conveyancing panel.
I have given 8 weeks notice to my current landlord and have to leave my let out property in Kenley by 29/1/2026. Conveyancing for my house purchase is progressing. Is it possible to complete in six weeks as I wish to avoid having to find short term accommodation?
It is unwise to provide notice for your tenancy until your lawyer suggests that you should. Assuming that you have not previously done so, notify to your solicitor and ask them to they apply pressure on the sellers solicitors, try to get a realistic time scale from them that all parties will work towards
Will commercial conveyancing searches disclose planned roadworks that could affect a commercial site in Kenley?
Its becoming the norm that commercial conveyancing solicitors in Kenley will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers expend in sourcing accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Kenley. The report sets out definitive information on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in Kenley.
For every commercial conveyancing transaction in Kenley it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. The absence of identifying developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately could result in delays to Kenley commercial conveyancing deals as well as present a risk to future intentions for the site. These searches are not carried out for domestic conveyancing in Kenley.
I was pointed in your direction by a couple of local property agents in Kenley to select a solicitor using your seach tool. What’s the financial inducement for Estate Agents to market your site over and above a competitor’s?
We refuse to give any commission for pointing buyers and sellers in our direction. We thought it would be too underhand a fee because home movers will think, ‘How come the agent getting a kickback? Why am I not receiving any benefit too?’ We would prefer to grow our business on genuine recommendations.
I am using a search engine for the words cheap conveyancing in Kenley it reveals many property lawyersin the area. How do I determine which is the right conveyancing solicitor for my move?
The preferential way of choosing a suitable conveyancer is through a trusted testimonial, so ask colleagues and those you trust who have acquired a property in Kenley or a reputable estate agent or financial adviser. Fees for conveyancing in Kenley differ, so it's sensible to request at least three fee calculations from different conveyancers. Be sure to secure confirmation what costs in the quote includes.
I am in need of some leasehold conveyancing in Kenley. Before I get started I want to be sure as to the unexpired term of the lease.
Assuming the lease is recorded at the land registry - and almost all are in Kenley - then the leasehold title will always include the basic details of the lease, namely the date; the term; and the original parties. From a conveyancing perspective such details then enable any prospective buyer and lender to confirm that any lease they are looking at is the one relevant to that title. For any other purpose, such as confirming how long the term was granted for and calculating what is left, then the register should be sufficient on it's own.
I have attempted and failed to negotiate with my landlord to extend my lease without any joy. Can one apply to the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal? Can you recommend a Kenley conveyancing firm to act on my behalf?
if there is a absentee landlord or where there is dispute about what the lease extension should cost, under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 you can apply to the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) to make a decision on the price payable.
An example of a Freehold Enfranchisement matter before the tribunal for a Kenley premises is The Woodlands 95 Purley Park Road in April 2009. The Tribunals own valuation produced the figure of £37,912. This case related to 6 flats. The remaining number of years on the lease was 78.32 years.