We opted for a local firm for my conveyancing in Southsea today. After carefully reading the terms of engagement it is apparent thatI am liable for charges even if the sale aborts. Should I go with them or instruct a web based firm advertising no completion no charge conveyancing in Southsea?
Generally there is a concession along the lines that if "No Sale No Fee" is advertised then the conveyancing charges will tend to be be more expensive to counteract those cases that do not proceed. Do bear in mind that such arrangements generally do not cover expenses for example Southsea conveyancing search charges.
My wife and I are downsizing from our property in Southsea and according to the buyers it appears that there is a risk of it being built land that was not decontaminated. A high street Southsea lawyer would know this is not the case. For the life of me I don't know why the purchasers used a nationwide conveyancing practice rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Southsea. Having lived in Southsea for many years we know that this is a non issue. Is it a good idea to contact our local Authority to seek confirmation that the buyers are looking for.
It would appear that you have a conveyancing firm already. What do they say? You must enquire of 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 health insurance to cover that same ailment)
I have been on the look out for a leasehold apartment up to £245,000 and identified one close by in Southsea I like with open areas and station nearby, however it's only got 51 years unexpired on the lease. There is not much else in Southsea suitable, so just wondered if I would be making a grave error purchasing a short lease?
If you require a home loan the remaining unexpired lease term may be problematic. Discount the price by the expected lease extension will cost if not already taken into account. If the current proprietor has owned the property for at least 2 years you may request that they commence the lease extension formalities and then assign it to you. You can add 90 years to the current lease term and have £0 ground rent by law. You should speak to your conveyancing solicitor concerning this.
What does commercial conveyancing in Southsea cover?
Southsea conveyancing for business premises covers a wide range of services, provided by regulated solicitors, relating to business premises. For example, this type of conveyancing can cover the sale or purchase of freehold business premises or, more commonly, the transfer of existing leases or the drafting of new leasing arrangements. Commercial conveyancing solicitors can also offer advice on the sale of business assets, commercial loans and the termination of leases.
In scouring the internet for the term on line conveyancing in Southsea it brings up numerous solicitorslocally. With so much choice what is the best way to find the suitable solicitor for my move?
The preferential method of seeking a suitable conveyancer is via trusted testimonial, so seek the counsel of colleagues and relatives who have acquired a property in Southsea or the local estate agent or financial adviser. Fees for conveyancing in Southsea vary, so it's advisable to request at least four fee estimates from different solicitors. Be sure to secure confirmation what costs in the quote includes.
I am buying a garden flat in Southsea. Conveyancing solicitor is awaiting, from the owner, building insurance paperwork. Earlier today I was informed that the owner needs to forward the insurance documents for the flat above in addition. Why would my conveyancer need to check the insurance for the other flat? Is it strictly necessary? We have been waiting for the previous month…
It is not impossible in leasehold conveyancing in Southsea to find Conveyancing in Southsea in a minority of cases reveals that the lease requires the leasehold owners to insure their individual flats rather than the landlord insuring the complete property - which is clearly preferable. Do contact your property lawyer but it would appear that your conveyancer is seeking to verify that the whole building is insured. Insuring your residence is no help when it comes to rebuilding after a fire if the other flat cannot be rebuilt as a result of lack of insurance.