What does a local search tell me regarding the property I am purchasing in Tiptree?
Tiptree conveyancing often commences with the applying for local authority searches directly from your local Authority or through a personal search organisations for instance Onsearch The local search is essential in every Tiptree conveyancing purchase; that is if you wish to avoid any unpleasant surprises after you move into your new home. The search will provide information on, amongst other things, details on planning applications applicable to the premises (whether granted or refused), building control history, any enforcement action, restrictions on permitted development, nearby road schemes, contaminated land and radon gas; in all a total of thirteen topic headings.
Just acquired a detached house in Tiptree , What is the estimated time for the Land Registry to deal with the formalities evidencing my ownership? My Tiptree conveyancing solicitor works at snail pace, so I want to check the registration is dealt with.
There is nothing unique about conveyancing in Tiptree registration formalities. Rather than based on location, timeframes can differ depending on the party submitting the application, whether there are errors and whether the Land registry have to notify any other parties. Currently approximately 80% of submission are completed within 12 days but occasionally there can be longer hold-ups. Historically registration occurs once the new owner has moved in to the premises so 'speed' is not always primary concern but if it is urgent that the the registration takes place urgently then you or your solicitor could speak with the land registry and explain the circumstances.
I opted to have a survey completed on a property in Tiptree before retaining solicitors. I have been told that there is a flying freehold element to the house. Our surveyor has said that some banks will not issue a loan on a flying freehold premises.
It depends who your proposed lender is. Bank of Scotland has different requirements for example to Birmingham Midshires. Should you wish to call us we can check with the appropriate bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Tiptree. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Tiptree especially if they are acquainted with such properties in Tiptree.
I need to appoint a conveyancing solicitor for sale conveyancing in Tiptree. I happened to discover a site which seems to have the perfect answer If there is a chance to get all formalities completed via phone that would be ideal. Should I be wary? 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?
I am in need of some leasehold conveyancing in Tiptree. Before I set the wheels in motion I would like to find out the unexpired term of the lease.
If the lease is recorded at the land registry - and most are in Tiptree - then the leasehold title will always include the basic details of the lease, namely the date; the term; and the original parties. From a conveyancing perspective such details then enable any prospective buyer and lender to confirm that any lease they are looking at is the one relevant to that title. For any other purpose, such as confirming how long the term was granted for and calculating what is left, then the register should be sufficient on it's own.
Tiptree Leasehold Conveyancing - Sample of Questions you should consider before Purchasing
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Generally speaking the outlay for major works tend not to be incorporated into the service charges, albeit that a few managing agents in Tiptree require leasehold owners to pay into a sinking fund and this is used to offset against larger works. You should want to find out as much as possible concerning the company managing the block as they will affect your use and enjoyment of the property. Being a leasehold owner you are often in the clutches of the managing agents both financially and when it comes to day to day issues like the cleanliness of the communal areas. Don't be afraid to ask other tenants what they think of their service. In conclusion, find out the dates that you are obliged pay the service charge to the managing agents and precisely what you get for your money.
A licensed conveyancer acted on my conveyancing in Tiptree four years ago having archived my deeds but has now closed – What steps do I now take to get hold of these?
Title deeds, as such, are no longer appropriate for the majority of properties in Tiptree are archived electronically at Land Registry. Where you need to show evidence of proprietorship or are selling or re-mortgaging your conveyancing practitioner will need to obtain up to date copies of the register from the Land Registry in any case.
If you feel there may be other documents or you have any other queries please e-mail your request with details of the transaction and documents you need to filerequest@clc-uk.org. The CLC will let you know what information they have and any additional information they may need before they are in a position to identify and send the documents to you. Following an intervention it may take some time for the CLC to access archived files and documents, but your request will be actioned as quickly as possible.