I am on look out for some leasehold conveyancing in Easthampstead. Before I get started I would like to find out the number of years remaining on the lease.

Assuming the lease is registered - and most are in Easthampstead - then the leasehold title will always include the short particulars 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.

I wish to sublet my leasehold apartment in Easthampstead. Conveyancing solicitor who did the purchase is retired - so can't ask him. Do I need to ask my freeholder for permission?

Even though your last Easthampstead conveyancing lawyer is not around you can review your lease to check if it allows you to sublet the premises. The rule is that if the deeds are non-specific, subletting is permitted. Quite often there is a prerequisite that you are obliged to seek consent via your landlord or other appropriate person before subletting. This means you not allowed to sublet without prior permission. Such consent should not be unreasonably withheld. If your lease prohibits you from letting out the property you will need to ask your landlord for their consent.

Planning to sign contracts shortly on a garden flat in Easthampstead. Conveyancing solicitors assured me that they are sending me a report on Monday. What should I be looking out for?

The report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in Easthampstead should include some of the following:

• The physical extent of the property. This will be the flat itself but might incorporate a roof space or basement if appropriate.

I've found a house that appears to meet my requirements, at a reasonable figure which is making it all the more appealing. I have subsequently been informed that the title is leasehold as opposed to freehold. I would have thought that there are particular concerns buying a leasehold house in Easthampstead. Conveyancing advisers have not yet been appointed. Will they explain the issues?

Most houses in Easthampstead are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local solicitor used to dealing with such properties who can help the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are purchasing in Easthampstead in which case you should be shopping around for a Easthampstead conveyancing practitioner and check that they are used to dealing with leasehold houses. First you will need to check the unexpired lease term. Being a lessee you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want with the house. The lease will likely included provisions such as obtaining the landlord’spermission to carry out alterations. You may also be required to pay a contribution towards the upkeep of the communal areas where the house is located on an estate. Your lawyer should advise you fully on all the issues.

What are your top tips when it comes to appointing a Easthampstead conveyancing firm to deal with our lease extension?

If you are instructing a solicitor for lease extension works (regardless if they are a Easthampstead conveyancing practice) it is most important that he or she should be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We suggested that you talk with several firms including non Easthampstead conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. Some following of questions could be helpful:

• How familiar is the practice with lease extension legislation?

I inherited a 1 bedroom flat in Easthampstead, conveyancing having been completed in 2004. How much will my lease extension cost? Corresponding properties in Easthampstead with over 90 years remaining are worth £225,000. The ground rent is £50 yearly. The lease ceases on 21st October 2078

With just 54 years remaining on your lease we estimate the premium for your lease extension to range between £32,300 and £37,400 as well as plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.

The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we cannot give you the actual costs without more detailed investigations. Do not use this information in tribunal or court proceedings. There may be additional issues that need to be taken into account and clearly you want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not move forward based on this information before getting professional advice.

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