We note that you have a search directory listing solicitors on the Aldermore conveyancing panel. Do companies pay you a commission if I instruct them for our conveyancing in Newcastle under Lyme?
We are a listing service only for law firms wishing to communicate if they are on the Aldermore conveyancing panel or other lender panels. We do not charge referral fees to any conveyancer that you subsequently appoint for your conveyancing in Newcastle under Lyme.
About to place an offer on a leasehold flat in Newcastle under Lyme. The property agents assure me that it is standard for flats in Newcastle under Lyme to have less than 75 years unexpired on the lease. I am getting a mortgage with Platform. Will the property be mortgageable given that the lease has Seventy One years to go.
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are getting a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Platform have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 25/10/2025 the requirements read as follows :
We are buying a house and the conveyancer has referenced Chancel Repair for which the house could be obligated to pay as it falls into the area of such a church. He has recommended insurance. Is this really appropriate for conveyancing in Newcastle under Lyme
Unless a prior acquisition of the property took place post 12 October 2013 you may take it that lawyers delivering conveyancing in Newcastle under Lyme to continue to propose a a chancel search and or chancel repair liability insurance.
In what way does the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 affect my business premises in Newcastle under Lyme and how can your lawyers assist?
The 1954 Act affords protection to commercial tenants, granting the right to apply to court for a new lease and continue in occupation when the lease reaches an end. There are certain specified grounds where a landlord can refuse a lease renewal and the rules are involved. Fees are different for commercial conveyancing. Newcastle under Lyme is one of our numerous locations in which the firms we work with have offices
I've found a house that appears to tick a lot of boxes, at a great figure which is making it all the more appealing. I have just been informed that the title is leasehold rather than freehold. I would have thought that there are issues purchasing a leasehold house in Newcastle under Lyme. Conveyancing lawyers have not yet been instructed. Will they explain the issues?
Most houses in Newcastle under Lyme are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local solicitor who is familiar with the area who can assist with the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are buying in Newcastle under Lyme so you should seriously consider looking for a Newcastle under Lyme conveyancing solicitor and check that they are used to advising on leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the number of years remaining. Being a leaseholder you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want to the property. The lease will likely included provisions for example obtaining the landlord’sconsent to carry out alterations. You may also be required to pay a maintenance charge towards the maintenance of the estate where the property is located on an estate. Your lawyer should report to you on the legal implications.
Newcastle under Lyme Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Sample of Queries before buying
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What is the name of the managing agents? The best form of lease structure is if the freehold reversion is in the ownership of the leaseholders. In this scenario the lessees enjoy being in charge if their destiny and even though a managing agent is often retained if the building is larger than a house conversion, the managing agent is directed by the tenants. On the whole the cost for major works are not included within service charges, although there some managing agents in Newcastle under Lyme ask tenants to pay into a sinking fund and this is used to offset against larger works.
Please set out some of compelling benefits to using a high street conveyancing practitioner in Newcastle under Lyme
Many buyers and sellers in Newcastle under Lyme select a nearby high street conveyancing practitioner so that they can attend the lawyer’s offices just in case they have problems, and to execute documents rather than run the risk of relying on the post.
There is a marginal benefit when using a property lawyer nearby to the premises you are buying, due to the familiarity of the area and potential local concerns - but this is debatable. Many conveyancers carry out their communications over the web and may be based anywhere.