Would the conveyancing solicitors that you recommend conduct auction conveyancing in Leicestershire?
There are a few auction solicitors we can put you in touch with those conducting auction conveyancing. Leicestershire is one of hundreds of locations where our lawyers have a presence.
I have been told that property searches are a common reason for delay in Leicestershire conveyancing transactions. Is there any truth in this?
The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) released conclusions of a review by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not feature within the common causes of hindrances during the legal transfer of property. Searches are unlikely to be the root cause of holding up conveyancing in Leicestershire.
About to purchase a new build apartment in Leicestershire. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build legal work.
Here is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Leicestershire
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The Vendor must covenant to keep unoccupied units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision. Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. Please confirm the Lease plans are architect prepared. The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme.
How easy is it to transfer to a new firm as I need to instruct one who is on the Nationwide Building Society conveyancing list. I hired a family conveyancing solicitor in Leicestershire round the corner but she is not approved by Nationwide Building Society
It would be our pleasure to help you find a conveyancing solicitor in Leicestershire on the Nationwide Building Society panel. Please note that the law firms that we list do not pay us a referral fee if you instruct them and are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority who oversee all conveyancing solicitors in Leicestershire. Using search facility on this website, you can compare and instruct different solicitors and conveyancers both nationally and in Leicestershire.
I am hoping to put an offer on a small detached house that seems to meet my requirements, at a reasonable figure which is making it all the more appealing. I have since been informed that it's a leasehold rather than freehold. I am assuming that there are particular concerns purchasing a house with a leasehold title in Leicestershire. Conveyancing solicitors have are soon to be instructed. Will they explain the issues?
The majority of houses in Leicestershire are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local solicitor who is familiar with the area who can help the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are buying in Leicestershire so you should seriously consider shopping around for a Leicestershire conveyancing practitioner and check that they are used to dealing with leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the unexpired lease term. As a tenant you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want with the house. The lease will likely included provisions such as requiring the landlord’spermission to conduct alterations. It may be necessary to pay a service charge towards the maintenance of the estate where the house is located on an estate. Your solicitor will advise you fully on all the issues.
Leicestershire Leasehold Conveyancing - A selection of Queries Prior to buying
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It would be sensible to find out as much as you can regarding the company managing the block as they can either make living at the property much simpler or uncomfortable. As the owner of a leasehold property you will be at the mercy of the managing agents both financially and when it comes to daily issues like the cleanliness of the common parts. Don't be afraid to ask other people what they think of them. Finally, investigate as to the dates that you are obliged pay the service charge to the appropriate party and precisely what it includes. The prefered form of lease arrangement is a share of the freehold. In this situation the tenants benefit from control and even though a managing agent is frequently employed if it is bigger than a house conversion, the managing agent acts for the leaseholders themselves. It is important to be aware if fixing the lift or some other major work is pending to be shared between the tenants and will materially increase the the service charges or result in a specific invoice.
Please can you clarify what options are available to me where my Leicestershire conveyancing searches reveals adverse results?
Normally, most adverse entries disclosed in Leicestershire conveyancing search responses can be dealt with ahead of completion or indemnity insurance may be put in place. You need to note that even though you may be acquiring the property and may be content to accept the search results, your lender may not, and ultimately have the final decision.