We are downsizing from our home in Tickton and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a possibility that the property was built on contaminated land. Any local lawyer would know that there is no such problem. For the life of me I don't know why the purchasers are using a national conveyancing practice as opposed to a conveyancing solicitor in Tickton. Having lived in Tickton for many years we know that this is a non issue. Should we contact our local Authority to obtain confirmation that there is no issue.
It sounds as though you may have a conveyancing lawyer already. What do they say? You should enquire of your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out life insurance to cover that same sickness)
I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I have offered on last month in what was supposed to be a simple, chain free conveyancing. Tickton is where the house is located. Can you shed any light on this issue?
Flying freeholds in Tickton are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Tickton you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds diligently. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Tickton may ascertain that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold premises.
My business partner and I are looking to take over a lease of an office on a shopping parade. Can you recommend conveyancers offering no-sale-no fees for commercial conveyancing in Tickton for below 1500k?
We can recommend firms who host a wealth of experience of commercial conveyancing in Tickton, including the disposal and acquisition of businesses as well as simply property. If you are looking to buy or sell a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail premises or a whole business we will find you the right lawyer. Regarding the fees this will depend on the structure and terms of the deal. Let us have your details or phone us so that we can furnish you with a fixed commercial conveyancing quote.
Should I instruct a Tickton conveyancing practitioner in close proximity to the house I am buying? We have a good friend who can perform the legal work however her office is 200miles away.
The primary upside of using a high street Tickton conveyancing practice is that you can visit the firm to execute documents, deliver your ID and apply pressure on them where appropriate. They will also have local insight which is a plus. That being said it's more important to get someone that will pull out all the stops for you. If other friends have used your friend and on the whole were happy that should surpass using an unfamiliar Tickton conveyancing solicitor just because they are round the corner.
What are the common defects that you see in leases for Tickton properties?
There is nothing unique about leasehold conveyancing in Tickton. All leases are drafted differently and legal mistakes in the legal wording can sometimes mean that certain clauses are missing. For example, if your lease is missing any of the following, it could be defective:
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A provision for the recovery of money spent for the benefit of another party.
You will encounter difficulties when selling your property if you have a defective lease as they can affect a potential buyer’s ability to obtain a mortgage. National Westminster Bank, Chelsea Building Society, and TSB all have express requirements when it comes to what is expected in a lease. If a mortgage lender believes that the lease does not cover certain provisions they may refuse to grant the mortgage, forcing the buyer to pull out.
I acquired a 1st floor flat in Tickton, conveyancing was carried out 6 years ago. Can you shed any light on how much the price could be for a 90 year extension to my lease? Similar properties in Tickton with over 90 years remaining are worth £181,000. The ground rent is £55 per annum. The lease ceases on 21st October 2076
You have 51 years left to run the likely cost is going to span between £30,400 and £35,200 as well as costs.
The suggested premium range that we have given is a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to advice on the actual costs in the absence of detailed investigations. Do not use this information in tribunal or court proceedings. There are no doubt other concerns that need to be taken into account and you obviously want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Neither should you take any other action based on this information before seeking the advice of a professional.
I am an executor of my recently deceased mum’s Will, with a property in Tickton which is to be marketed. The house has never been registered at HMLR and I'm told that many EAs will insist that it is in place before they will move forward. What's the mechanism for this?
In the situation you refer to it seems prudent to seek to register in the names of the personal representative(s) as named in the probate and in their capacity as PRs. The Land Registry’s online guidance explains how to register for the first time and what is required re the deeds and forms. You would need to include and official copy of the probate as well and complete the form FR1 to refer to the PRs as the applicant.