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Expecting to sign contracts shortly on a basement flat in Tedburn St Mary. Conveyancing solicitors inform me that they are sending me a report on Monday. Are there areas in the report that I should be focusing on?

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

  • The total extent of the demise. This will be the flat itself but might incorporate a roof space or cellar if appropriate.
  • Does the lease require carpeting throughout thus preventing wood flooring?
  • Whether the lease restricts you from letting out the flat, or working from home
  • Ground rent - how much and when you need to pay, and also know whether this is subject to change
  • Repair and maintenance of the flat
  • 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.
  • What the implications are if you breach a clause of your lease? For details of the information to be included in your report on your leasehold property in Tedburn St Mary please ask your lawyer in advance of your conveyancing in Tedburn St Mary

    • I've found a house that seems to meet my requirements, at a reasonable figure which is making it more attractive. I have just discovered that it's a leasehold rather than freehold. I am assuming that there are issues buying a leasehold house in Tedburn St Mary. Conveyancing solicitors have not yet been appointed. Will my lawyers set out the implications of buying a leasehold house in Tedburn St Mary ?

    Most houses in Tedburn St Mary are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local solicitor who is familiar with the area can help the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are buying in Tedburn St Mary so you should seriously consider shopping around for a Tedburn St Mary conveyancing solicitor and be sure that they have experience in dealing with leasehold houses. First you will need to check the unexpired lease term. As a tenant you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want with the house. The lease will likely included provisions such as 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 property is part of an estate. Your lawyer should advise you fully on all the issues.

    My wife and I purchased a leasehold flat in Tedburn St Mary. Conveyancing and Coventry Building Society mortgage are in place. I have received a letter from someone saying they have taken over the freehold. Attached was a ground rent demand for rent dating back to 1994. The conveyancing solicitor in Tedburn St Mary 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 indeed the new freeholder. It is not necessary to instruct a Tedburn St Mary conveyancing firm to do this as you can do this on the Land Registry website for less than a fiver. You should note that in any event, even if this is the legitimate freeholder, under the Limitation Act 1980 no more than 6 years of rent can be collected.

    What are your top tips when it comes to finding a Tedburn St Mary conveyancing firm to deal with our lease extension?

    If you are instructing a solicitor for lease extension works (regardless if they are a Tedburn St Mary conveyancing firm) it is most important that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We recommend that you talk with several firms including non Tedburn St Mary conveyancing practices before you instructing a firm. If the firm is ALEP accredited then so much the better. Some following of questions might be helpful:

    • How experienced is the firm with lease extension legislation?
  • Can they put you in touch with client in Tedburn St Mary who can give a testimonial?

    • If all goes to plan we aim to complete the disposal of our £450000 flat in Tedburn St Mary next week. The landlords agents has quoted £348 for Certificate of Compliance, insurance certificate and 3 years statements of service charge. Is it legal for a freeholder to charge such fees for a leasehold conveyance in Tedburn St Mary?

    Tedburn St Mary conveyancing on leasehold apartments normally necessitates the purchaser’s solicitor submitting questions for the landlord to address. Although the landlord is not legally bound to answer such questions the majority will be content to do so. They are entitled invoice a reasonable administration fee for answering enquiries or supplying documentation. There is no upper cap for such fees. The average costs for the information that you are referring to is over three hundred pounds, in some cases it exceeds £800. The management information fee demanded by the landlord must be accompanied by a summary of rights and obligations in respect of administration charges, without which the invoice is technically not due. Reality however dictates that one has no choice but to pay whatever is requested of you should you wish to complete the sale of your home.

    Tedburn St Mary Leasehold Conveyancing - A selection of Queries before buying

      What prohibitions are contained in the Tedburn St Mary Lease? Is anyone aware of any major works in the planning that will add a premium to the maintenance costs? It is important to be aware if window replacement or some other significant cost is due in the foreseeable future that will be shared between the tenants and will materially increase the the service fees or require a one off invoice.

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