We are planning to acquire a flat and need a conveyancing solicitor in Snaresbrook who is on the Co-operative approved panel. Could you point me in the right direction as regards a solicitor?
Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Co-operative . We don't recommend any particular firms conducting conveyancing in Snaresbrook.
I have been referred to a conveyancing solicitor in Snaresbrook. I I would like to check whether they are on the Alliance & Leicester conveyancing panel. Could you advise?
You should phone the lawyer and enquire if they can act for the bank. Otherwise please call Alliance & Leicester who may be able to help.
How does conveyancing in Snaresbrook differ for newly converted properties?
Most buyers of new build premises in Snaresbrook contact us having been asked by the developer to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is completed. This is because developers in Snaresbrook usually purchase the land, 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 Snaresbrook or who has acted in the same development.
I am thinking of appointing a conveyancing lawyer in Snaresbrook for my house move. Can I check a firm’s complaints history with the legal regulator?
One may find documented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) decisions arising from inquisitions commenced on or after Jan 2008. Go to Check a solicitor's record. For details about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a firm's record, ring 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 09.30 - 18.00 Tuesday. For non-uk callers, call +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator may monitor telephone calls for training reasons.
Having checked my lease I have discovered that there are only 68 years unexpired on my flat in Snaresbrook. I need to extend my lease but my landlord is can not be found. What options are available to me?
On the basis that you qualify, under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 you can apply to the County Court for for permission to dispense with the service of the initial notice. This will mean that your lease can be lengthened by the Court. However, you will be required to demonstrate that you or your lawyers have done all that could be expected to track down the landlord. For most situations a specialist may be useful to carry out a search and prepare an expert document to be used as evidence that the freeholder can not be located. It is wise to seek advice from a solicitor both on investigating the landlord’s disappearance and the vesting order request to the County Court overseeing Snaresbrook.
After months of correspondence we are unable to agree with our landlord on how much the lease extension should cost for our flat in Snaresbrook. Can we issue an application to the Residential Property Tribunal Service?
You certainly can. We can put you in touch with a Snaresbrook conveyancing firm who can help.
An example of a Freehold Enfranchisement decision for a Snaresbrook property is 36 New Wanstead in August 2010. The Tribunal arrived at a valuation of the premium for the freehold of £22,359. This case related to 2 flats. The unexpired term was 73.92 years.
My husband and I intend to purchase our 1st property in Snaresbrook. Conveyancing solicitor has been appointed. The broker suggested that a survey is not necessary as the property is only 20 yrs old.
At the very least you should order a Home Buyer's Report. Given the property was built more than a decade ago the property will be without a warranty, so you would be well advised not to take a risk. For a property that age with no signs of problems a Home Buyer's report may be sufficient. The report should highlight any obvious problems and suggest further investigation where relevant. If there are any indications of problems seek a comprehensive structural survey.