I am searching for value for money conveyancer. Should I go for for a nationwide conveyancer rather than a family Aldersbrook conveyancing solicitor?
Existing third party relationships is an important consideration when choosing conveyancing lawyers. Aldersbrook law firms enjoy connections with lenders and agents, local authorities, surveyors and other law firms meaning you will move in shortest possible time. Having a sound knowledge of the local area is also a plus .
About to place an offer on a leasehold apartment in Aldersbrook. The property agents tell me that it is the norm for flats in Aldersbrook to have less than 75 years unexpired on the lease. I am getting a mortgage with Tesco Bank. Is this going to be acceptable 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. Tesco Bank have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 5/2/2026 the requirements read as follows :
I require fast conveyancing in Aldersbrook as I have an ultimatum to sign on the dotted line inside 2 weeks. Fortunately I do not require a mortgage. Is it possible to avoid the conveyancing searches to save fees and time?
As you are not obtaining a mortgage you have the choice not to do searches although no solicitor would recommend that you don't. Drawing on years of experience of conveyancing in Aldersbrook the following are examples of what can arise and adversely impact market value: Refused Planning Applications, Outstanding Charges, Overdue Grants, Railway Schemes,...
Is it possible to switch firm as I have to choose a firm on the Lloyds TSB Bank conveyancing list. I had appointed a family conveyancing solicitor in Aldersbrook five minutes from me but he is not approved by Lloyds TSB Bank
It would be our pleasure to assist you select a conveyancing solicitor in Aldersbrook on the Lloyds TSB Bank panel. Please note that the property lawyers that we list do not pay us fee if you instruct them and are registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority who regulate all conveyancing solicitors in Aldersbrook. In utilising the find a conveyancing solicitor tool on this site, you can compare fees for conveyancing solicitors in Aldersbrook and beyond.
I've recently bought a leasehold flat in Aldersbrook. Do I have any liability for service charges for periods before my ownership?
In a situation where the service charge has already been demanded from the previous owner and they have not paid you would not usually be personally liable for the arrears. However, your landlord may still be able to take action to forfeit the lease. A critical element of leasehold conveyancing for your conveyancer to be sure to have an up to date clear service charge receipt before completion of your purchase. If you have a mortgage this is likely to be a requirement of your lender.
If you purchase part way through an accounting year you may be liable for charges not yet demanded even if they relate to a period prior to your purchase. In such circumstances your conveyancer would normally arrange for the seller to set aside some money to cover their part of the period (usually called a service charge retention).
I have tried to negotiate informally with with my landlord to extend my lease without any joy. Can the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal adjudicate on such matters? Can you recommend a Aldersbrook conveyancing firm to assist?
Most definitely. We can put you in touch with a Aldersbrook conveyancing firm who can help.
An example of a Freehold Enfranchisement matter before the tribunal for a Aldersbrook property is 9 Granville Road in June 2014. The tribunal determines the enfranchisement price payable by the applicants for the freehold was £32,548 This case related to 5 flats. The unexpired term as at the valuation date was 73.8 years.
Why is it not possible to complete my conveyancing in Aldersbrook on a bank holiday?
Because on completion the funds will be transferred electronically between the banks of the purchaser and owner’s conveyancer and at present this can only take place on a business day. So you can't complete on a weekend either.