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Examples of recent questions relating to leasehold conveyancing in Langham

Having had my offer accepted I require leasehold conveyancing in Langham. Before I get started I want to be sure as to the number of years remaining on the lease.

If the lease is recorded at the land registry - and almost all are in Langham - 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.

Expecting to complete next month on a studio apartment in Langham. Conveyancing lawyers have said that they will have a report out to me tomorrow. What should I be looking out for?

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

  • The unexpired lease term You should be advised as what happens when the lease expires, and aware of the importance of the 80 year mark
  • The total extent of the demise. This will be the property itself but could also include a roof space or cellar if appropriate.
  • An explanation as to the provision in the lease to pay service charges - with regard to both the building, and the more general rights a leaseholder has
  • Changes to the flat (alterations and additions)
  • The landlord’s obligations to repair and maintain the building. It is important that you know who is responsible for the repair and maintenance of every part of the building
  • What options are open to you if a neighbour breach a clause of their lease?
  • What the implications are if you breach a clause of your lease? For a comprehensive list of information to be included in your report on your leasehold property in Langham please enquire of your conveyancer in ahead of your conveyancing in Langham

    • I today plan to offer on a house that seems to tick a lot of boxes, at a great figure which is making it more attractive. I have subsequently been informed that the title is leasehold as opposed to freehold. I am assuming that there are issues buying a house with a leasehold title in Langham. Conveyancing advisers have not yet been instructed. Will they explain the issues?

    Most houses in Langham are freehold and not leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local solicitor who is familiar with the area can help the conveyancing process. It is clear that you are purchasing in Langham in which case you should be looking for a Langham conveyancing practitioner and be sure that they have experience in transacting on 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 to the property. The lease comes with conditions for example requiring the landlord’sconsent to carry out changes to the property. It may be necessary to pay a service charge towards the upkeep of the estate where the property is part of an estate. Your solicitor will advise you fully on all the issues.

    I am attracted to a couple of maisonettes in Langham both have about 50 years remaining on the leases. should I be concerned?

    There are plenty of short leases in Langham. The lease is a right to use the property for a prescribed time frame. As a lease gets shorter the marketability of the lease deteriorate and it becomes more expensive to extend the lease. This is why it is advisable to extend the lease term. It is often difficulties arise selling premises with a short lease because mortgage companies less inclined to grant a loan on properties of this type. Lease enfranchisement can be a protracted process. We recommend you get professional assistance from a solicitor and surveyor with experience in this field

    What advice can you give us when it comes to appointing a Langham conveyancing firm to deal with our lease extension?

    When appointing a property lawyer for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Langham conveyancing practice) it is most important that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We recommend that you speak with two or three firms including non Langham conveyancing practices before you instructing a firm. If the firm is ALEP accredited then so much the better. Some following of questions could be helpful:

    • Can they put you in touch with client in Langham who can give a testimonial?
  • What are the costs for lease extension conveyancing?

    • Langham Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Examples of Queries Prior to buying

      Please inform me if there are any major works in the near future that will increase the maintenance fees? It would be sensible to find out as much as possible about the company managing the building as they will either make your life much simpler or problematic. Being a leasehold owner you are often at the mercy of the managing agents from a financial perspective and when it comes to day to day matters like the upkeep of the common parts. Ask other people if they are happy with their management. On a final note, find out the dates that the maintenance charges are due to the appropriate party and precisely what it includes. Is the freehold reversion owned jointly by the leaseholders?

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