Should my conveyancer be raising questions regarding flooding as part of the conveyancing in Killay.
The risk of flooding is if increasing concern for conveyancers dealing with homes in Killay. Plenty of people will buy a house in Killay, fully aware that at some time, it may suffer from flooding. However, leaving to one side the physical damage, where a property is at risk of flooding, it may be difficult to obtain a mortgage, suitable insurance cover, or dispose of the property. Steps can be carried out as part of the conveyancing process to forewarn the purchaser.
Lawyers are not best placed to impart advice on flood risk, but there are a number of checks that can be initiated by the buyer or by their solicitors which will give them a better understanding of the risks in Killay. The standard property information forms given to a purchaser’s solicitor (where the solicitors are adopting what is known as the Conveyancing Protocol) contains a standard question of the owner to determine if the property has suffered from flooding. If the property has been flooded in past and is not revealed by the seller, then a purchaser may bring a legal claim for losses resulting from an misleading answer. The purchaser’s conveyancers may also conduct an enviro search. This will disclose whether there is any known flood risk. If so, additional investigations should be initiated.
Due to the input of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Killay in advance of instructing solicitors. I have been told that there is a flying freehold aspect to the house. Our surveyor has said that some mortgage companies will refuse to grant a loan on a flying freehold premises.
It depends who your proposed lender is. Santander has different instructions from Birmingham Midshires. Should you wish to telephone us we can check via the relevant mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Killay. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.
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I am looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Killay for my house move. Is there any facility to check a solicitor's record with the legal regulator?
Anyone may find documented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) decisions stemming from inquisitions from 2008 onwards. Visit Check a solicitor's record. To find records about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a solicitors record, ring 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 09.30 - 18.00 Tuesday. For non-uk callers, use +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator could recorded call for training requirements.
I today plan to offer on a house that appears to tick a lot of boxes, at a great price which is making it more attractive. I have since found out that the title is leasehold rather than freehold. I would have thought that there are issues purchasing a leasehold house in Killay. Conveyancing lawyers have are about to be appointed. Will they explain the issues?
The majority of houses in Killay are freehold rather than leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local conveyancer who is familiar with the area who can assist with the conveyancing process. We note that you are buying in Killay so you should seriously consider shopping around for a Killay conveyancing solicitor and check that they have experience in dealing with leasehold houses. First you will need to check the number of years remaining. Being a leaseholder you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want to the property. The lease will likely included provisions such as obtaining the landlord’spermission to carry out changes to the property. You may also be required to pay a contribution towards the maintenance of the communal areas where the house is located on an estate. Your lawyer should appraise you on the various issues.
I acquired a 2 bed flat in Killay, conveyancing formalities finalised in 2012. How much will my lease extension cost? Equivalent properties in Killay with over 90 years remaining are worth £207,000. The ground rent is £60 yearly. The lease comes to an end on 21st October 2082
With only 57 years unexpired we estimate the premium for your lease extension to be between £28,500 and £33,000 as well as plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.
The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to provide the actual costs in the absence of detailed investigations. Do not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There may be other concerns that need to be taken into account and you obviously should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Neither should you move forward placing reliance on this information before seeking the advice of a professional.
A licensed conveyancer dealt with my conveyancing in Killay three years ago having archived my deeds but has now closed – What steps do I now take to get hold of them?
Deeds, as such, are no longer appropriate for the majority of properties in Killay are archived electronically at Land Registry. Should you need to show ownership or are selling or refinancing your lawyer should obtain up to date copies of the register from the Land Registry in any case.
If you feel there may be other documents or you have any other queries please e-mail your request with details of the transaction and documents you need to filerequest@clc-uk.org. The CLC will let you know what information they have and any additional information they may need before they are in a position to identify and send the documents to you. Following an intervention it may take some time for the CLC to access archived files and documents, but your request will be actioned as quickly as possible.