After reviewing mumsnet.com for a high-quality lawyer in Lunt, many comment that I must look for a CQS kitemarked lawyer. Can you explain what CQS is?
The Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme is the recognised quality mark for legal experts in home moving process, trusted by some of the UK's leading banks. In 2011-12 the Conveyancing Quality Scheme was officially recognised by the Legal Ombudsman. The scheme does not cover licenced conveyancers. Lunt is one of the numerous areas in England and Wales where there are CQS solicitors.
Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold issue on a house I put an offer in last month in what should have been a quick, chain free conveyancing. Lunt is where the house is located. Is there any advice you can impart?
Flying freeholds in Lunt are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Lunt you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds thoroughly. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Lunt may determine that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold residence.
How can the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 impact my business offices in Lunt and how can you help?
The 1954 Act affords a safeguard to business lessees, granting the a statutory right to apply to court for a new tenancy and continue in occupation when the lease comes to an end. There are certain specified grounds that a landlord can refrain from granting a lease renewal and the rules are complicated. We are happy to direct you to commercial conveyancing firms who use the act to your advantage and assist with commercial conveyancing in Lunt
I need to appoint a conveyancing solicitor for purchase conveyancing in Lunt. I've chance upon a web site which seems to have the perfect solution If there is a chance to get all the legals done via web that would be ideal. Should I be wary? What should out be looking out for?
As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?
I've found a house that seems to meet my requirements, at a great figure which is making it all the more appealing. I have subsequently been informed that the title is leasehold as opposed to freehold. I would have thought that there are particular concerns purchasing a leasehold house in Lunt. Conveyancing solicitors have are soon to be instructed. Will my lawyers set out the risks of buying a leasehold house in Lunt ?
The majority of houses in Lunt are freehold and not leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local conveyancer who is familiar with the area who can help the conveyancing process. We note that you are buying in Lunt in which case you should be looking for a Lunt conveyancing solicitor and check that they have experience in dealing with leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the unexpired lease term. As a leaseholder you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want with the house. The lease will likely included provisions for example obtaining the freeholder’spermission to conduct alterations. You may also be required to pay a maintenance charge towards the upkeep of the communal areas where the property is part of an estate. Your lawyer should advise you fully on all the issues.
I purchased a 1st floor flat in Lunt, conveyancing was carried out in 2005. Can you let me have an estimated range of the fair premium for a lease extension? Equivalent flats in Lunt with over 90 years remaining are worth £206,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £45 invoiced every year. The lease finishes on 21st October 2092
With only 67 years remaining on your lease we estimate the price of your lease extension to range between £10,500 and £12,000 as well as professional fees.
The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to supply the actual costs without more detailed due diligence. You should not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There may be additional issues that need to be considered and clearly you should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not take any other action placing reliance on this information without first getting professional advice.
Would local authority consent be needed to split a single dwelling into multiple appartments in Lunt? This has occurred to a house opposite to a friend in Lunt and was unaware of the conversion until after the works were complete.
Planning consent is required for converting a single house in Lunt into apartments but probably not for converting back to single dwelling-house so, simply put, yes.