Are the Maze Hill conveyancing solicitors identified as being on the Co-operative conveyancing panel, together with their details provided by Co-operative?
Maze Hill conveyancing firms themselves provide us confirmation that they are on the Co-operative conveyancing panel as opposed to being supplied with a list from Co-operative directly.
I am considering applying for a Santander mortgage for purchase of a newly converted (under development) in Maze Hill with 60% loan to value. Is it compulsory to choose a solicitor on the conveyancing panel for Santander ?
In theory, you could use a solicitor that is not on the Santander conveyancing panel, but Santander would require one of their panel solicitors to be instructed to act in their interests, and you'd have to pay for this - so most people instruct a panel solicitor. It's also easier, as otherwise you'd have to deal with two solicitors for the same transaction.
I understand that there are debates on Chancel Insurance on online forums. Do I need this when acquiring a residence in Maze Hill? or I am told that there is an ancient law that could mean that owners of property residing in a parish church boundary will be compelled to pay for repairs towards the chancel in proximity to the church. Is this appropriate for conveyancing in Maze Hill?
Unless a prior acquisition of the property took place after 12 October 2013 you can assume that lawyers carrying out conveyancing in Maze Hill to continue to suggest a chancel search and or chancel repair liability insurance.
How does conveyancing in Maze Hill differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build property in Maze Hill approach us having been asked by the housebuilder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is built. This is because house builders in Maze Hill tend to purchase the real estate, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct property lawyers as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are used to new build conveyancing in Maze Hill or who has acted in the same development.
As co-executor for the will of my aunt I am selling a residence in Swansea but live in Maze Hill. My conveyancer (based 260 kilometers awayrequires that I execute a statutory declaration ahead of completion. Can you recommend a conveyancing solicitor in Maze Hill who can witness this legal document for me?
Technically speaking you should not need to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Ordinarily any notary public or solicitor will be fine regardless of whether they are located in Maze Hill
Can you offer any advice when it comes to finding a Maze Hill conveyancing practice to carry out our lease extension conveyancing?
When appointing a property lawyer for lease extension works (regardless if they are a Maze Hill conveyancing practice) it is most important that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of conveyancing. We recommend that you talk with several firms including non Maze Hill conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. If the firm is ALEP accredited then so much the better. The following questions might be helpful:
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How familiar is the firm with lease extension legislation? Can they put you in touch with clients in Maze Hill who can give a testimonial?
Having spent years of negotiations we simply can't agree with our landlord on how much the lease extension should cost for our flat in Maze Hill. Does the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal have jurisdiction to calculate the appropriate figures?
if there is a absentee freeholder or if there is dispute about the premium for a lease extension, under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 you can apply to the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal to make a decision on the amount due.
An example of a Lease Extension case for a Maze Hill residence is 73 Walerand Road in August 2012. the result of the findings of the Tribunal led to a premium to be paid for the extended lease in respect of Flat 73 in the sum of £10,040. The premium applicable in respect of Flat 85 was £5,710. This case affected 2 flats. The unexpired lease term was 72 years.