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Top Five Questions relating to West Byfleet leasehold conveyancing

I only have Fifty years left on my flat in West Byfleet. I need to get lease extension but my landlord is missing. What should I do?

On the basis that you qualify, under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 you can submit an application to the County Court for for permission to dispense with the service of the initial notice. This will mean that your lease can be extended by the magistrate. However, you will be required to demonstrate that you have made all reasonable attempts to track down the lessor. For most situations an enquiry agent should be helpful to carry out a search and to produce a report to be accepted by the court as proof that the landlord is indeed missing. It is advisable to get professional help from a solicitor in relation to proving the landlord’s disappearance and the application to the County Court overseeing West Byfleet.

Looking forward to exchange soon on a leasehold property in West Byfleet. Conveyancing solicitors inform me that they report fully next week. What should I be looking out for?

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

  • Does the lease prevent you from subletting 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
  • You should have a good understanding of the insurance provisions
  • Changes to the flat (alterations and additions)
  • 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 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.
  • Responsibility for repairing the window frames For a comprehensive list of information to be included in your report on your leasehold property in West Byfleet please enquire of your solicitor in ahead of your conveyancing in West Byfleet

    • I am hoping to put an offer on a small detached house that appears to tick a lot of boxes, at a reasonable figure which is making it more attractive. I have since discovered that it's a leasehold rather than freehold. I would have thought that there are issues purchasing a leasehold house in West Byfleet. Conveyancing advisers have are about to be instructed. Will my lawyers set out the implications of buying a leasehold house in West Byfleet ?

    The majority of houses in West Byfleet are freehold rather than leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local conveyancer used to dealing with such properties who can assist with the conveyancing process. It is clear that you are purchasing in West Byfleet so you should seriously consider looking for a West Byfleet conveyancing solicitor and be sure that they have experience in advising on leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the number of years remaining. Being a lessee you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want to the property. The lease will likely included provisions for example requiring the landlord’spermission to conduct alterations. You may also be required to pay a service charge towards the upkeep of the communal areas where the house is part of an estate. Your solicitor will report to you on the legal implications.

    I am attracted to a two flats in West Byfleet which have about forty five years left on the leases. should I be concerned?

    A lease is a right to use the premises for a period of time. As a lease shortens the value of the lease deteriorate and it becomes more costly to acquire a lease extension. This is why it is generally wise to extend the lease term. Sometimes it is difficulties arise selling premises with a short lease as mortgage lenders less inclined to grant a loan on such properties. Lease extension can be a difficult process. We advise that you get professional assistance from a solicitor and surveyor with experience in this field

    What are your top tips when it comes to finding a West Byfleet conveyancing practice to deal with our lease extension?

    When appointing a property lawyer for lease extension works (regardless if they are a West Byfleet conveyancing firm) it is most important that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of conveyancing. We recommend that you speak with several firms including non West Byfleet conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. If the firm is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. Some following of questions might be of use:

    • How familiar is the practice with lease extension legislation?
  • What volume of lease extensions have they conducted in West Byfleet in the last twenty four months?

    • West Byfleet Leasehold Conveyancing - Examples of Queries Prior to buying

      What is the service charge and ground rent on the property? It would be a good idea to investigate if there are any onerous restrictions in the lease. By way of example plenty of leases prohibit pets being allowed in certain buildings in West Byfleet. If you like the apartmentin West Byfleet but your dog is not allowed to move with you then you will be presented with a difficult determination. What is the length of the lease?

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