I am in need of a conveyancer. Do I opt for a nationwide conveyancer rather than a high street Towcester conveyancing lawyer?
Existing third party relationships are another important factor to consider when appointing conveyancing lawyers. Towcester law firms benefit from connections with lenders and property, local authorities, valuers and other law firms meaning the whole process is going to be much more straightforward for you. Possessing a wealth of knowledge of the local area is also a plus .
My friend suggested that where I am purchasing in Towcester I should carry out a Neighbourhood, Planning and Local Amenity Search. Can you explain what the purpose of this search is?
A search of this type is usually quoted for as part of the standard Towcester conveyancing searches. It is not a small report of more than thirty pages, listing and detailing important information about Towcester around the property and the people living there. It incorporates an Aerial Photograph, Planning Applications, Land Use, Mobile Phone Masts, Rights of Way, the Towcester Housing Market, Council Tax Banding, the type of People living in the area, the dominant type of Housing, the Average Property Price, Crime details, Local Education with maps and statistics, Local Amenities and other useful data concerning Towcester.
The deeds to my property are lost. The lawyers who did the conveyancing in Towcester 10 years ago are no longer around. What are my next steps?
These day there are duplicates made of almost everything, and your solicitor should be aware precisely where to look for all the relevant documentation so you can purchase or sell your property without a hitch. Where duplicates can’t be located, your conveyancer may be able to arrange cover in the form of insurance or indemnities against future claims on your premises.
I am buying a new build flat in Towcester. Conveyancing is a frightening process at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build conveyancing.
Here are examples of a few leasehold new build questions that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Towcester
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Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier? Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. Please supply a car parking plan. Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision.
I opted to have a survey done on a property in Towcester ahead of instructing conveyancers. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold overhang to the house. Our surveyor advised that some lenders will refuse to grant a loan on a flying freehold premises.
It varies from the lender to lender. Santander has different requirements for example to Nationwide. Should you wish to telephone us we can check with the relevant bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Towcester. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Towcester especially if they are acquainted with such properties in Towcester.
Is there a reason that Towcester conveyancing costs are higher for leasehold and freehold properties?
Leasehold conveyancing in Towcester can involve additional work including fully examining the lease, corresponding with the landlord, obtaining up to date rent receipts, landlord’s consents, management company’s accounts amongst other tasks.