My fiance’s dad is a solicitor. I anticipate that I will receive mate’s pricing for conveyancing, but if not, what level of costs would I typically be looking at for conveyancing in Bradford On Avon?
It’s a good idea to obtain multiple conveyancing estimates. Make use of our search tool on this site. Whilst quotes seem to be different but service levels do differ between property lawyers as is the case with the vast majority of professional services.
I have 71 years remaining on my lease and require a lease extension for my apartment in Bradford On Avon. Conveyancing solicitors on the Bank of Ireland panel can deal with such extensions right?
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are obtaining a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Bank of Ireland have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 16/8/2025 the requirements read as follows :
I am selling our house in Bradford On Avon and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a risk of it being built on contaminated land. A high street Bradford On Avon lawyer would know this is not the case. It does beg the question why the purchasers are using a nationwide conveyancing practice rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Bradford On Avon. Having lived in Bradford On Avon for three years we know that this is a non issue. Do we contact our local Authority to obtain confirmation that the buyers are looking for.
It sounds as though you may have a conveyancing firm already. Are they able to advise? You need to check with 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)
The estate agent has sent us the confirmation of our purchase of a new build flat in Bradford On Avon. 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 legal work.
Set out below is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Bradford On Avon
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Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. The Vendor must covenant to keep unoccupied units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. Where there is an Undertaking being granted there is the risk of forfeiture of the Headlease subject to relief if one or more of the Underlessees are willing to accept the original Head Lessee’s obligations as otherwise relief will be denied to the Underlessees. The only alternatives are the Head Lessor agreeing not to forfeit the Headlease or the Head Lessee guaranteeing to the Underlessees that it will not be in breach of the Headlease. The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme.
Planning to exchange soon on a garden flat in Bradford On Avon. Conveyancing solicitors assured me that they will have a report out to me within the next couple of days. What should I be looking out for?
Your report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in Bradford On Avon should include some of the following:
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Who has the liability for repairing the window frames Whether the lease restricts you from subletting the flat, or having a home office for business Whether the landlord has obligations to ensure rights of quiet enjoyment over your property and do you know what it means in practice? Repair and maintenance of the premises
Bradford On Avon Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - A selection of Queries before buying
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For most Bradford On Avon leaseholds the cost for major works are not included within service charges, albeit that a few managing agents in Bradford On Avon require tenants to contribute towards a reserve fund created for the specific purpose of establishing a fund for major works. What is the name of the managing agents? Make sure you discover if the the lease includes any unreasonable restrictions in the lease. By way of example it is reasonably common in Bradford On Avon leases that pets are not permitted in in a block in Bradford On Avon. If you like the propertyin Bradford On Avon however your cat can’t live with you then you will be presented with a hard compromise.
I purchased a house in Bradford On Avon last 20/5/2024 and to date it is still not recorded with HM Land Registry. It was part of a development site and my lawyer told me that it can take 12 months to register. I have spoken with the Land Registry directly and they say that the initial application was cancelled due to failure to reply to requisitions. Should I be concerned?
Contact your conveyancing practitioner - Where you are unsatisfied with the responses, find out about their firm’s complaints process and amplify your concerns to a Complaints Manager. Registrations for Bradford On Avon conveyancing are not known to be significantly delayed.