I have given 2 months notice to my existing landlord and must be out of my let out property in Old Malden by 2/3/2026. Conveyancing on my purchase has just started. Is it possible to complete in 4 weeks as I wish to avoid having to move into short term accommodation?
It is unwise to provide notice on a rental until your lawyer suggests that you should. If you have not previously done so, notify to your conveyancer and request that they seek the assistance the owners lawyers, try to get a realistic time scale from them that all parties will look towards
I am the registered owner of a freehold property in Old Malden but nevertheless invoiced for rent, why is this and what is this?
It is rare for properties in Old Malden and has limited impact for conveyancing in Old Malden but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.
Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges have existed for hundreds of years, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the creation of fresh rentcharges post 1977.
Old rentcharges can now be redeemed by making a one off payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence post 2037 will be dispensed with completely.
What will a local search inform me regarding the house we're buying in Old Malden?
Old Malden conveyancing often commences with the submitting local authority searches directly from your local Authority or through a personal search organisations for instance Onsearch The local search is essential in every Old Malden conveyancing purchase; that is if you don’t want any nasty surprises after you move into your new home. The search will reveal information on, amongst other things, details on planning applications relevant to the premises (whether granted or refused), building control history, any enforcement action, restrictions on permitted development, nearby road schemes, contaminated land and radon gas; in all a total of 13 subject sections.
I have a 4 bedroom Georgian property in Old Malden. Conveyancing lawyer acted for me and Aldermore. I happened to do a free search for it on the Land Registry database and I saw two entries: one for freehold, another for leasehold with the exact same address. I'd like to know for sure, how can I find out??
You should review the Freehold register you have again and check the Charges Register as there may be mention of a lease. The best way to be sure that you are also the registered owner of the leasehold and freehold title as well is to check (£3). It is not completely unheard of in Old Malden and other locations in the country and poses no real issues for owners other than when they buy they have to account for both freehold and leasehold interests when dealing with lenders. You can also check the position with the conveyancing practitioner who conducted the conveyancing.
In sourcing the world wide web for the phrase conveyancing in Old Malden it brings up numerous property lawyersin the area. How do I determine which is the right property lawyer for the sale of my house?
The preferential way of finding the right conveyancer is via personal testimonial, so enquire of colleagues and family who have bought a property in Old Malden or a reputable estate agent or financial adviser. Fees for conveyancing in Old Malden differ, so it's a good idea to request a minimum of three costs illustrations from varying types of law firms. Dont forget to clarify what costs in the quote includes.
What advice can you give us when it comes to appointing a Old Malden conveyancing firm to deal with our lease extension?
If you are instructing a solicitor for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Old Malden conveyancing practice) it is essential that he or she should be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of conveyancing. We recommend that you speak with several firms including non Old Malden conveyancing practices before you instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then so much the better. The following questions might be useful:
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What volume of lease extensions have they conducted in Old Malden in the last twenty four months?
I have attempted and failed to negotiate with my landlord for a lease extension without any joy. Can I apply to the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal? Can you recommend a Old Malden conveyancing firm to help?
Absolutely. We can put you in touch with a Old Malden conveyancing firm who can help.
An example of a Lease Extension case for a Old Malden flat is Flat D 15 Claremont Gardens in September 2013. TheTribunal determined in accordance with section48 and Schedule13 of the Leasehold Reform,Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 that the premium for the extended lease should be fourteen thousand one hundred and eighty seven pounds (£14,187.00) This case affected 1 flat.