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Fenstanton leasehold conveyancing: Q and A’s

I am on look out for some leasehold conveyancing in Fenstanton. Before I get started I require certainty as to the unexpired term of the lease.

If the lease is recorded at the land registry - and 99.9% are in Fenstanton - 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.

Planning to exchange soon on a garden flat in Fenstanton. Conveyancing solicitors have said that they are sending me a report tomorrow. Are there areas in the report that I should be focusing on?

Your report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in Fenstanton should include some of the following:

  • Details of the parties to the lease, for example these could be the leaseholder (you), head lessor, landlord
  • The physical extent of the premises. This will be the apartment itself but might incorporate a loft or basement if appropriate.
  • Does the lease prohibit wood flooring?
  • Are you allowed to have a pet in the flat?
  • You should have a good understanding of the insurance provisions
  • Changes to the flat (alterations and additions)
  • The landlord’s rights to access the flat you be made aware that your landlord has rights of access and I know how much notice s/he must provide. For a comprehensive list of information to be included in your report on your leasehold property in Fenstanton please enquire of your lawyer in ahead of your conveyancing in Fenstanton

    • I today plan to offer on a house that seems to meet my requirements, at a great price which is making it all the more appealing. I have subsequently found out that it's a leasehold as opposed to freehold. I would have thought that there are particular concerns purchasing a leasehold house in Fenstanton. Conveyancing solicitors have not yet been appointed. Will my lawyers set out the risks of buying a leasehold house in Fenstanton ?

    Most houses in Fenstanton are freehold rather than leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local solicitor used to dealing with such properties who can assist with the conveyancing process. It is clear that you are purchasing in Fenstanton in which case you should be shopping around for a Fenstanton conveyancing solicitor and be sure that they are used to dealing with leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the unexpired lease term. Being a lessee you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want with the house. The lease comes with conditions for example requiring the landlord’sconsent to conduct changes to the property. It may be necessary to pay a maintenance charge towards the upkeep of the estate where the house is located on an estate. Your solicitor should appraise you on the various issues.

    Back In 2007, I bought a leasehold flat in Fenstanton. Conveyancing and The Mortgage Works mortgage are in place. A letter has just been received from someone claiming to own the freehold. Attached was a ground rent demand for rent dating back to 1993. The conveyancing practitioner in Fenstanton who previously acted has long since retired.Any advice?

    The first thing you should do is make enquiries of the Land Registry to make sure that this person is in fact the registered owner of the freehold reversion. It is not necessary to incur the fees of a Fenstanton conveyancing lawyer to do this as it can be done on-line for £3. Rest assured that regardless, even if this is the legitimate landlord, under the Limitation Act 1980 the limitation period for recovery of ground rent is six years.

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

    When appointing a conveyancer for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Fenstanton conveyancing practice) it is imperative that he or she should be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of conveyancing. We advise that you speak with several firms including non Fenstanton conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then so much the better. Some following of questions might be helpful:

    • How familiar is the firm with lease extension legislation?
  • Can they put you in touch with client in Fenstanton who can give a testimonial?

    • Fenstanton Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Sample of Questions you should consider before buying

      The answer will be helpful as a) areas can result in problems for the block as the common areas may start to deteriorate if maintenance are not paid for b) if the leasehold owners have an issue with the running of the building you will want to have full disclosure Is the freehold owned jointly by the tenants? It would be sensible to discover as much as possible about the company managing the block as they will impact your use and enjoyment of the property. Being a leasehold owner you will be at the mercy of the managing agents both financially and when it comes to daily matters such as the cleanliness of the communal areas. Ask other tenants if they are happy with their service. Finally, find out the dates that you are obliged pay the service charge to the managing agents and precisely what you get for your money.

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