My wife and I have lately acquired a property in Shacklewell. We have noticed several issues with the house which we believe were omitted in the conveyancing searches. Do we have any recourse? Can you clarify the type of searches that should have been carried out for conveyancing in Shacklewell?
The query is vague as what problems have arisen and if they are unique to conveyancing in Shacklewell. Conveyancing searches and due diligence undertaken as part of the buying process are supposed to help avoid problems. As part of the process, the vendor fills in a questionnaire known as a SPIF. answers ends up being misleading, you may have a misrepresentation claim against the owner for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Shacklewell.
Will my conveyancing lawyers need to check that the building insurance for my purchase of a house in Shacklewell. My lender is The Mortgage Works
The Mortgage Works have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook. As of 8/12/2025, the requirements read as follows :
4 months have elapsed following my purchase conveyancing in Shacklewell concluded. I have checked the Land Registry site which shows that I paid £200,000 when infact I paid £215,000. Why the discrepancy?
The price paid figure is taken from the application to register the purchase. It is the figure included in the Transfer (the legal deed which transfers the premises from one person to the other) and referred to as the 'consideration' or purchase price. You can report an error in the price paid figure using the LR online form. In most cases errors result from typos so at first glance the figure. Do report it so they can double check and advise.
I am buying a new build flat in Shacklewell. Conveyancing is necessary evil 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 legal work.
Here is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build enquiries that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Shacklewell
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Where there is an Undertaking being granted there is the risk of forfeiture of the Headlease subject to relief if one or more of the Underlessees are willing to accept the original Head Lessee’s obligations as otherwise relief will be denied to the Underlessees. The only alternatives are the Head Lessor agreeing not to forfeit the Headlease or the Head Lessee guaranteeing to the Underlessees that it will not be in breach of the Headlease. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? The Vendor must covenant to keep unoccupied units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision.
I am a sole trader hoping to take over a lease of a shop on the high street. Can you recommend lawyers offering no-sale-no costs for commercial conveyancing in Shacklewell for below 2k?
We are happy to recommend firms who have an in-depth of experience of commercial conveyancing in Shacklewell, including the sale and purchase of businesses as well as simply premises. If you are hoping to acquire or dispose of a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail premises or a whole business we will find you the right solicitor. Regarding the costs these will vary based on the structure and terms of the proposed transaction. Let us have your contact information or call us so that we can provide you with a detailed commercial conveyancing calculation.
There are numerous properties in Shacklewell on unadopted roads. My partner and I are acquiring such a property. Are there any benefits to buying a residence on a private road?
Shacklewell conveyancing firms will be used to dealing homeson unadopted roads. The solicitor will investigate title to identify any rights or liabilities. In many cases there is a management company (wholly owned by residents) that proprietors make annual payments to maintain the road. If one exists, the road will likely be maintained and look nicer than council owned.