My brother and I have lately purchased a house in Isle Of Wight. We have noticed several problems with the property which we believe were overlooked in the conveyancing searches. Do we have any recourse? What searches should? have been carried out as part of conveyancing in Isle Of Wight?
It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are relate to conveyancing in Isle Of Wight. Conveyancing searches and investigations initiated as part of the legal transfer of property are supposed to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a seller completes a form known as a SPIF. If the information provided is misleading, then you may have a 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 Isle Of Wight.
About to place an offer on a leasehold flat in Isle Of Wight. The property agents say that it is usual for flats in Isle Of Wight to have less than 75 years left on the lease. I am obtaining a mortgage with Chelsea Building Society. Will the property be mortgageable given that the lease has 72 years left.
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. Chelsea Building Society have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 3/7/2025 the requirements read as follows :
Should commercial conveyancing searches reveal impending roadworks that could affect a commercial estate in Isle Of Wight?
Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in Isle Of Wight will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it dramatically cuts the time that conveyancers spend in looking into accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Isle Of Wight. The search result sets out definitive data on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in Isle Of Wight.
For each commercial conveyancing transaction in Isle Of Wight it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. Failure to identify developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately could result in delays to Isle Of Wight commercial conveyancing transactions as well as present a risk to future intentions for the site. These searches are not ordered for domestic conveyancing in Isle Of Wight.
Due to the encouragement of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Isle Of Wight before appointing conveyancers. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold element to the property. Our surveyor advised that some banks tend not grant a mortgage on this type of house.
It varies from the lender to lender. Bank of Scotland has different instructions for example to Halifax. If you call us we can investigate further via the relevant mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Isle Of Wight. Conveyancing can be more complicated and therefore you should check with your conveyancing solicitor in Isle Of Wight to see if the conveyancing will be more expensive.
In searching the web for the term on line conveyancing in Isle Of Wight it shows results of numerous conveyancersin the vicinity. How do I determine which is the right conveyancing solicitor for purchase transaction?
The best way of choosing the right conveyancer is via personal referral, so seek the opinion of colleagues and family who have acquired a property in Isle Of Wight or the local estate agent or mortgage broker. Fees for conveyancing in Isle Of Wight vary, so it's sensible to request at least four quotes from varying types of conveyancers. Make sure that you clarify what costs in the quote includes.
I am tempted by the attractive purchase price for a two maisonettes in Isle Of Wight both have approximately 50 years remaining on the lease term. should I be concerned?
There are no two ways about it. A leasehold apartment in Isle Of Wight is a deteriorating asset as a result of the shortening lease. The nearer the lease gets to its expiry date, the more it adversely affects the marketability of the property. The majority of purchasers and lenders, leases with under eighty years become less and less marketable. On a more positive note, leaseholders can extend their leases by serving a Section 42 Notice. One stipulation is that they must have owned the premises for two years (unlike a Section 13 notice for purchasing the freehold, when leaseholders can participate from day one of ownership). When successful, they will have the right to an extension of 90 years to the current term and ground rent is effectively reduced to zero. Before moving forward with a purchase of a property with a short lease term remaining you should talk to a solicitor specialising in lease extensions and leasehold enfranchisement. We are are happy to put you in touch with Isle Of Wight conveyancing experts who will explain the options available to you during an initial telephone conversation free of charge. A more straightforward and quicker method of extending would be to contact your landlord directly and sound him out on the prospect of extending the lease. They may agree to a smaller lump sum and an increase in the ground rent, but to shorter extension terms in return. You need to ensure that the agreed terms represent good long-term value compared with the standard benefits of the Section 42 Notice and that onerous clauses are not inserted into any redrafting of the lease.
Isle Of Wight Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Sample of Queries Prior to Purchasing
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Its a good idea to find out as much as possible about the managing agents as they can either make your living at the property much simpler or problematic. Being a leasehold owner you are often at the mercy of the managing agents both financially and when it comes to practical matters such as the tidiness of the common parts. Enquire of other people if they are happy with them. Finally, be sure you know the dates that you are obliged pay the maintenance charge to the appropriate party and precisely what you get for your money. How is the lease structured? How many of the leaseholders are in arrears for their maintenance charge payments?