Last September we completed a house move in Copse Hill. We have since encountered a number of issues with the house which we suspect were omitted in the conveyancing searches. Is there anything we can do? What searches should? have been carried out as part of conveyancing in Copse Hill?
The query is vague as to the nature of the problems and if they are unique to conveyancing in Copse Hill. Conveyancing searches and due diligence undertaken during the buying process are carried out to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a seller fills in a form called a Seller’s Property Information Form. answers provided is incorrect, you may have a misrepresentation claim against the owner for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Copse Hill.
I am buying a house and require a conveyancing solicitor in Copse Hill who is on the Virgin Money approved. Can you recommend a local firm?
Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Virgin Money in certain locations such as Copse Hill. We dont recommend any particular firm.
I require quick conveyancing in Copse Hill as I am faced with a deadline to complete within one month. Thankfully I do not need a mortgage. Is it possible to avoid the conveyancing searches to save money and time?
As you are are a cash buyer you are at liberty not to do searches although no lawyer would recommend that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Copse Hill the following are examples of what can crop up and therefore impact future mortgageability: Enforcement Notices, Overdue Charges, Overdue Grants, Unadopted Roads,...
Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly identified during conveyancing in Copse Hill?
Covenants that are restrictive in nature can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the legal transfer of property in Copse Hill. An 1874 stipulation that was seen was ‘The houses to be erected on the estate are each to be of a uniform elevation in accordance with the drawings to be prepared or approved by the vendor’s surveyor…’
I need to appoint a conveyancing solicitor for some conveyancing in Copse Hill. I happened to land on a web site which appears to be the perfect solution If it is possible to get all this stuff done via email that would be ideal. Do I need to be concerned? What should out be looking out for?
As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?
Last August I purchased a leasehold house in Copse Hill. Am I liable to pay service charges for periods before completion of my purchase?
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. Strange as it may seem, your landlord may still be able to take action to forfeit the lease. A critical element of leasehold conveyancing for your conveyancer to ensure 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 am the registered owner of a ground-floor 1960’s flat in Copse Hill. Given that I can not reach agreement with the freeholder, can the Leasehold valuation Tribunal determine the sum payable for a lease extension?
in cases where there is a absentee freeholder or where there is disagreement about the premium for a lease extension, under the relevant legislation it is possible to make an application to the LVT to determine the premium.
An example of a Lease Extension matter before the tribunal for a Copse Hill premises is 83 Balvernie Grove in February 2012. The Tribunal assessed the price to be paid by the leaseholder to the freeholder for the lease extension pursuant to section 48 of the Leasehold Reform Housing & Urban Development Act 1993 should be£16,603.00 This case related to 1 flat. The unexpired term was 69.32 years.