I am told that my conveyancing solicitors will need to check that the building insurance when buying a house in Robertsbridge. My lender is The Mortgage Works
The Mortgage Works have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook. As of 14/7/2024, the requirements read as follows :
What is your number one tip for choosing a conveyancing solicitor in Robertsbridge
It would be unwise to be tempted by the lowest Robertsbridge conveyancing quote. You really do get what you’re paying for when it comes to property lawyers. A cheap quote may mean that the conveyancing solicitor is handling a lot of jobs at one time and you won’t get the quality of service and the attention that you need. It is, however, wise to use a conveyancer who has a fixed fee on a no sale, no fee basis. This way, you know exactly what you’ll have to pay in advance.
Have just purchased a repossessed house at auction in Robertsbridge. Conveyancing is required. What are my next steps?
Now that you have exchanged you will need to choose a conveyancing practitioner soon as you now have a tight a fixed date to complete the property. Every auction property will ordinarily have a bespoke auction pack. This should include most,if not all of the paperwork that your conveyancer requires. In the case of leasehold premises the legal pack should provide a copy of the lease, management information and a sellers leasehold information form and other conveyancing documentation relating to a leasehold property. You need to give this to the lawyer instructed by you ASAP. You also need to ensure that that you have the requisite funding in order to complete the transaction on the set completion date.
How can we tell if a Robertsbridge conveyancing solicitor on the Lloyds panel is any good?
When it comes to conveyancing in Robertsbridge getting recommendations is a sensible start. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one advertising the lowest fees. We would always advocate that you speak with the solicitor handling your transaction.
Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly identified during conveyancing in Robertsbridge?
Covenants that are restrictive in nature can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the legal transfer of property in Robertsbridge. 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…’
Over the last few months I have been searching for a ground for flat up to £195,000 and identified one near me in Robertsbridge I like with open areas and railway links nearby, however it only has 49 years unexpired on the lease. There is not much else in Robertsbridge suitable, so just wondered if I would be making a grave error acquiring a short lease?
Should you need a mortgage the shortness of the lease may be a potential deal breaker. Reduce the offer by the expected lease extension will cost if not already taken into account. If the current proprietor has owned the property for at least twenty four months you may request that they commence the lease extension formalities and pass it to you. You can add 90 years to the existing lease term and have £0 ground rent by law. You should speak to your conveyancing lawyer concerning this.
There are only Seventy years remaining on my flat in Robertsbridge. I now wish to extend my lease but my landlord is can not be found. What should I do?
On the basis that you qualify, under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 you can apply to the County Court for an order to dispense with the service of the initial notice. This will enable the lease to be lengthened by the magistrate. However, you will be required to demonstrate that you or your lawyers have used your best endeavours to locate the lessor. In some cases an enquiry agent may be useful to try and locate and prepare a report which can be used as proof that the freeholder is indeed missing. It is advisable to get professional help from a property lawyer in relation to devolving into the landlord’s disappearance and the vesting order request to the County Court covering Robertsbridge.
I am the registered owner of a 2 bed flat in Robertsbridge, conveyancing having been completed December 1999. Can you let me have an estimate of the premium that my landlord can legally expect in return for granting a renewal of my lease? Equivalent flats in Robertsbridge with over 90 years remaining are worth £190,000. The ground rent is £45 invoiced annually. The lease runs out on 21st October 2086
With only 62 years unexpired the likely cost is going to range between £17,100 and £19,800 as well as legals.
The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to provide a more accurate figure without more comprehensive due diligence. Do not use this information in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There are no doubt additional issues that need to be taken into account and you obviously should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not move forward placing reliance on this information before seeking the advice of a professional.
Been looking for a conveyancer for freehold sale conveyancing in Robertsbridge. I'm selling, uncomplicated no mortgage to redeem, no rush, no onward chain. Had a quote from a lawyer for nine hundred pounds excluding VAT which is a tad expensive given that its so straightforward. Can I pay less for conveyancing in Robertsbridge?
As it’s a sale only, £425 + VAT is likely to be about the cheapest for sale conveyancing in Robertsbridge.