Our West Wittering conveyancer has discovered an inconsistency between the assumptions in the valuation survey and what is revealed within the title deeds. My lawyer says that he is duty bound to check that the bank is OK with this discrepancy and is still content to lend. Is my solicitor’s course or action right?
Your conveyancing practitioner must comply with the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook conditions which do require that your lawyer disclose any incorrect assumptions in the lender’s valuation report and the legal papers. Should you refuse to allow your lawyer to make the appropriate notification then your lawyer will have no choice but to discontinue acting for you.
I am about to put an offer on a leasehold flat in West Wittering. The selling agents tell me that it is normal for flats in West Wittering to have less than 75 years left on the lease. I am getting a mortgage with Accord Mortgages. Is this going to be a problem if the lease has Seventy One years left.
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are getting 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 18/1/2026 the requirements read as follows :
How does conveyancing in West Wittering differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build residence in West Wittering contact us having been asked by the seller to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is finished. This is because new home sellers in West Wittering typically acquire the real estate, 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 conveyancers 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 accustomed to new build conveyancing in West Wittering or who has acted in the same development.
In what way does the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 impact my commercial premises in West Wittering and how can you help?
The 1954 Act gives a safeguard to commercial lessees, giving them the a statutory right to make a request to court for a continuation of occupancy when the lease comes to an end. There are certain specified grounds where a landlord can refrain from granting a lease renewal and the rules are involved. We are happy to direct you to commercial conveyancing practices who use the act to your advantage and handle your commercial conveyancing in West Wittering
I have just appointed agents to market my 2 bed flat in West Wittering. Conveyancing is yet to be initiated, however I have recently had a yearly maintenance charge invoice – what should I do?
Your conveyancing lawyer is likely to suggest that you should discharge the maintenance contribution as usual given that all rents and maintenance charges will be apportioned as part of the financial calculations for completion monies, so you will be reimbursed by the buyer for the period running from after the completion date to the subsequent invoice date. Most management companies will not acknowledge the buyer unless the service charges have been paid and are up to date, so it is important for both buyer and seller for the seller to show that they are up to date. Having a clear account will assist your cause and will leave you no worse off financially.
West Wittering Leasehold Conveyancing - A selection of Queries before buying
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How is the lease structured? It would be wise to find out as much as possible about the managing agents as they will impact your use and enjoyment of the property. Being a leasehold owner you are often in the clutches of the managing agents both financially and when it comes to practical issues like the upkeep of the common parts. You should not be shy to ask other people what they think of their service. Finally, investigate as to the dates that the maintenance charges are due to the managing agents and specifically how they are spending the funds. How many years are left on the lease?
Are you able to clarify the spectrum of conveyancing handled by West Wittering conveyancing practices?
The majority of West Wittering conveyancing practices tend to offer a number of legal advice to home and land owners, vendors, purchasers, freeholders and tenants such as:
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Residential sale conveyancing in West Wittering and across the country
Domestic purchase conveyancing in West Wittering and nationwide
Freeholds or leaseholds involving unregistered titles Islamically-compliant mortgages in West Wittering and nationwide Remortgaging arrangements Helping tenants collectively buy their freehold (Collective Enfranchisement) including setting up the necessary companies