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My fiance and I may need to let out our Marple basement flat temporarily due to taking a sabbatical. We instructed a Marple conveyancing practice in 2004 but they have closed and we did not think at the time get any guidance as to whether the lease prohibits the subletting of the flat. How do we find out?

Some leases for properties in Marple do contain a provision to say that subletting is only allowed with permission. The landlord is not entitled to unreasonably refuse but, in such cases, they would need to see references. Experience suggests that problems are usually caused by unsatisfactory tenants rather than owner-occupiers and for that reason you can expect the freeholder to take up the references and consider them carefully before granting permission.

Due to exchange soon on a studio apartment in Marple. Conveyancing solicitors assured me that they report fully tomorrow. Are there areas in the report that I should be focusing on?

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

  • The physical extent of the demise. This will be the property itself but could also incorporate a loft or cellar if applicable.
  • Setting out your rights in respect of the communal areas in the building.E.G., does the lease include a right of way over a path or staircase?
  • Does the lease prohibit wood flooring?
  • You should have a good understanding of the insurance provisions
  • Repair and maintenance of the flat
  • I don't know whether the lease allows me to alter or improve anything in the flat - you should know whether it applies to all alterations or just structural alteration, and whether consent is required
  • 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 For details of the information to be contained in your report on your leasehold property in Marple please ask your conveyancer in ahead of your conveyancing in Marple

    • I’m about to sell my garden apartment in Marple.Conveyancing lawyers have not yet been instructed but I have just received a yearly maintenance charge demand – should I leave it to the buyer to sort out?

    The sensible thing to do is pay the invoice as normal because all ground rent and service charges will be apportioned on completion, so you will be reimbursed by the buyer for the period running from after the completion date to the next payment date. Most managing agents will not acknowledge the buyer until the service charges have been paid and are up to date so it is important for both buyer and seller for the seller to show that they are up to date. This will smooth the conveyancing process.

    I am hoping to put an offer on a small detached house that seems to tick a lot of boxes, at a great price which is making it more attractive. I have subsequently been informed that it's a leasehold rather than freehold. I am assuming that there are issues buying a house with a leasehold title in Marple. Conveyancing lawyers have are about to be instructed. Will they explain the issues?

    Most houses in Marple are freehold rather than 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 buying in Marple in which case you should be shopping around for a Marple conveyancing solicitor and be sure that they have experience in advising on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the unexpired lease term. Being a leaseholder you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want to the property. The lease comes with conditions for example requiring the landlord’spermission to carry out alterations. You may also be required to pay a contribution towards the maintenance of the estate where the property is part of an estate. Your lawyer will advise you fully on all the issues.

    Back In 2008, I bought a leasehold flat in Marple. Conveyancing and Platform Home Loans Ltd mortgage went though with no issue. A letter has just been received from someone saying they have taken over the reversionary interest in the property. It included a ground rent demand for rent dating back to 1996. The conveyancing practitioner in Marple who acted for me is not around.What should I do?

    The first thing you should do is make enquiries of HMLR to be sure that this person is in fact the new freeholder. It is not necessary to incur the fees of a Marple conveyancing practitioner to do this as you can do this on the Land Registry website for £3. You should note that regardless, even if this is the rightful freeholder, under the Limitation Act 1980 the limitation period for recovery of ground rent is six years.

    Marple Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Sample of Queries Prior to buying

      Does the lease contain onerous restrictions? Be sure to discover if the the lease contains any unreasonable restrictions in the lease. For example plenty of leases prohibit pets being allowed in certain buildings in Marple. If you like the apartmentin Marple yet your dog is not allowed to move with you then you will be faced hard compromise. The answer will be important as a) areas can cause problems in the block as the common areas may begin to deteriorate if repairs are not paid for b) if the tenants have an issue with the running of the building you will need to have all the details

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