Would the conveyancing lawyers listed on your site conduct attended exchange conveyancing in Little Hulton?
We do have a number of conveyancing specialists who can conduct 24hr exchanges. Do call us to secure a costs illustration and details as to availability.
About to place an offer on a leasehold apartment in Little Hulton. The estate agents advise that it is usual for flats in Little Hulton to have less than 75 years remaining. I am expecting a loan with Chelsea Building Society. Will the property be mortgageable given that the lease has 69 years to go.
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 22/11/2025 the requirements read as follows :
Various internet forums that I have frequented warn that are the main cause of delay in Little Hulton house deals. Is that correct?
The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) published conclusions of a review by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not feature amongst the top 10 causes of hindrances during the legal transfer of property. Local searches are unlikely to be the root cause of delay in conveyancing in Little Hulton.
Just had an offer accepted on a new build flat in Little Hulton. Conveyancing is a frightening process 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 few leasehold new build enquiries that you can expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Little Hulton
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Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company? Please supply evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. Please supply a car parking plan. 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. Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier?
Hoping to buy a property located in Little Hulton and I am already nervous. I couldn't find anything specific about Little Hulton. Conveyancing will be needed in due course but do you know about the Little Hulton area? or perhaps some other tips you can share?
Rather than looking online forget looking online you should go and have a look at Little Hulton. In the meantime here are some basic statistics that we found
I today plan to offer on a house that seems to meet my requirements, at a reasonable figure which is making it more attractive. I have just been informed that the title is leasehold rather than freehold. I am assuming that there are particular concerns buying a leasehold house in Little Hulton. Conveyancing advisers have not yet been instructed. Will they explain the issues?
The majority of houses in Little Hulton 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 purchasing in Little Hulton so you should seriously consider looking for a Little Hulton conveyancing solicitor and check that they are used to advising on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the unexpired lease term. As a tenant you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want to the property. The lease will likely included provisions such as requiring the freeholder’sconsent to conduct changes to the property. You may also be required to pay a service charge towards the maintenance of the communal areas where the house is located on an estate. Your lawyer should appraise you on the various issues.
Little Hulton Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Sample of Queries before buying
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Is there a share of the freehold? What restrictions are contained in the Little Hulton Lease? Are any of leasehold owners in arrears of their service charge liability?