We are acquiring our first property. The conveyancer has texted usto enquire if we wish to order supplemental conveyancing searches. As novices we in the dark as to what's recommended for conveyancing in Ruskington
The range of Ruskington conveyancing searches depends primarily on the premises, the location, the probability of any of these risks, your knowledge of the locality and risks, your overall appetite to risk. What matters is that you adequately appreciate what information each search could supply. You may then make a decision if you personally think you need that search. Where you are uncertain, ask your lawyer to advise.
We are purchasing a house and need a conveyancing solicitor in Ruskington who is on the Kent Reliance conveyancing panel. Can you recommend a local conveyancing firm?
Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Kent Reliance . We don't recommend any particular firms conducting conveyancing in Ruskington.
I am about to put a bid on a leasehold flat in Ruskington. The property agents say that it is normal for flats in Ruskington to have less than 75 years left on the lease. I am obtaining a loan with Accord Mortgages. Is this going to be acceptable if the lease has 72 years left.
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are securing a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Accord Mortgages have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 3/9/2025 the requirements read as follows :
Do I select a Licenced Conveyancer or Solicitor for conveyancing in Ruskington?
There are two types of lawyers who can perform conveyancing in Ruskington namely CLC regulated conveyancers or solicitors. The two can provide the legal services that required to complete the sale or purchase of property. They are both obliged to carry out Ruskington conveyancing on similar standards and guidelines so you can be safe in the knowledge that your conveyancing will be properly carried out and that the requisite steps should be suitably followed.
We previously selected conveyancers located in Ruskington on the UBS solicitor approved list. They have just billed me a further amount for the legal aspects of the UBS mortgage. Is this an additional conveyancing fee specified by UBS?
Unfortunately, as long as it is in their Terms of Engagement or estimate then yes your conveyancing practitioner can charge a fee for this. The fee is not dictated by UBS but by your Ruskington conveyancing practitioner. Numerous firms on the UBS panel will charge an ‘acting for lender’ fee but plenty of practices incorporate it on their overall fee.
I am buying a property in Ruskington. One unusual aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. Solicitors conducting should look into this right? Will my lender Clydesdale be concerned?
Given that your lender is Clydesdale your lawyer must follow the conveyancing requirements outlined in Part 2 of UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook for Clydesdale. The CML Handbook contains minimum requirements for solar panel roof-space leases, and conveyancing practitioners are required to report to Clydesdale where a lease does not comply with these conditions. The provisions relate to the installation of panels on properties in England and Wales and is not restricted to Ruskington.
About to purchase a new build flat in Ruskington. Conveyancing is daunting at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build conveyancing.
Here is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you may expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Ruskington
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Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company? Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. The Vendor must covenant to keep unoccupied units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme. Please supply a car parking plan.
I need to instruct a conveyancing solicitor in Ruskington for my house move. Can I review a solicitor's record with the profession’s regulator?
Members of the public can search for presented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations arising from investigations started on or after Jan 2008. Visit Check a solicitor's record. For records Pre 2008, or to check a firm's history, call 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. International callers, call +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator may recorded telephone calls for training reasons.