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Sample questions relating to Newton Ferrers leasehold conveyancing

My husband and I may need to let out our Newton Ferrers basement flat for a while due to a career opportunity. We used a Newton Ferrers conveyancing practice in 2003 but they have closed and we did not think at the time get any guidance as to whether the lease allows us to sublet. How do we find out?

Even though your previous Newton Ferrers conveyancing solicitor is not around you can check your lease to check if it allows you to sublet the apartment. The rule is that if the lease is non-specific, subletting is permitted. Quite often there is a prerequisite that you need to obtain consent from your landlord or some other party prior to subletting. The net result is you not allowed to sublet in the absence of first obtaining permission. Such consent is not allowed to be unreasonably withheld. If your lease prohibits you from letting out the property you will need to ask your landlord for their consent.

I've found a house that appears to be perfect, at a reasonable figure which is making it more attractive. 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 house with a leasehold title in Newton Ferrers. Conveyancing solicitors have are soon to be appointed. Will my lawyers set out the implications of buying a leasehold house in Newton Ferrers ?

Most houses in Newton Ferrers are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local conveyancer who is familiar with the area can help the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are buying in Newton Ferrers so you should seriously consider looking for a Newton Ferrers conveyancing practitioner and be sure that they are used to transacting on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the number of years remaining. As a tenant you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want to the property. The lease comes with conditions such as requiring the landlord’spermission to carry out changes to the property. It may be necessary to pay a service charge towards the upkeep of the estate where the house is located on an estate. Your lawyer should appraise you on the various issues.

My wife and I purchased a leasehold house in Newton Ferrers. Conveyancing and TSB mortgage organised. I have received a letter from someone saying they have taken over the reversionary interest in the property. It included a ground rent demand for rent dating back to 1998. The conveyancing solicitor in Newton Ferrers who acted for me is not around.Do I pay?

First make enquiries of the Land Registry to make sure that this person is indeed the registered owner of the freehold reversion. There is no need to instruct a Newton Ferrers conveyancing firm to do this as it can be done on-line for less than a fiver. You should note that in any event, even if this is the rightful landlord, under the Limitation Act 1980 the limitation period for recovery of ground rent is six years.

What advice can you give us when it comes to finding a Newton Ferrers conveyancing practice to deal with our lease extension?

If you are instructing a property lawyer for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Newton Ferrers conveyancing practice) it is most important that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We suggested that you speak with several firms including non Newton Ferrers conveyancing practices before you instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then so much the better. Some following of questions might be helpful:

  • If they are not ALEP accredited then why not?
  • How many lease extensions has the firm completed in Newton Ferrers in the last 12 months?

    • Do you have any advice for leasehold conveyancing in Newton Ferrers with the purpose of expediting the sale process?

    • A significant proportion of the delay in leasehold conveyancing in Newton Ferrers can be avoided if you get in touch lawyers the minute your agents start advertising the property and ask them to put together the leasehold documentation needed by the buyers conveyancers.
    • Many landlords or Management Companies in Newton Ferrers charge for supplying management packs for a leasehold premises. You or your lawyers should find out the fee that they propose to charge. The management pack sought on or before finding a buyer, thus reducing delays. The typical amount of time it takes to receive management information is three weeks. It is the most frequent cause of frustration in leasehold conveyancing in Newton Ferrers.
  • In the event that you altered the property did you need the Landlord’s permission? Have you, for example installed wooden flooring? Most leases in Newton Ferrers state that internal structural alterations or laying down wooden flooring necessitate a licence issued by the Landlord approving such alterations. If you fail to have the consents to hand do not communicate with the landlord without checking with your lawyer first.
  • Some Newton Ferrers leases require Licence to Assign from the landlord. If this is the case, it would be prudent to notify your estate agents to make sure that the purchasers obtain bank and professional references. The bank reference will need to confirm that the buyers are able to meet the annual service charge and the actual amount of the service charge should be quoted in the bank’s letter. You will therefore need to provide your estate agents with the actual amount of the service charge so that they can pass this information on to the buyers or their lawyers.
  • If you are supposed to have a share in the freehold, you should ensure that you hold the original share document. Arranging a new share certificate can be a time consuming formality and frustrates many a Newton Ferrers home move. If a new share is needed, you should approach the company director and secretary or managing agents (if relevant) for this as soon as possible.

    • Leasehold Conveyancing in Newton Ferrers - Sample of Questions you should consider before Purchasing

      The answer will be important as a) areas may cause problems for the block as the communal areas may begin 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 complete disclosure How is the lease structured? Best to be warned whether changing the roof or some other major work is due in the near future to be shared by the tenants and will dramatically impact the level of the maintenance fees or result in a one off payment.

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