I am the registered owner of a freehold premises in Coombe Warren yet pay rent, why is this and what is this?
It’s unusual for properties in Coombe Warren and has limited impact for conveyancing in Coombe Warren but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.
Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges have existed for many centuries, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the establishment of fresh rentcharges from 1977 onwards.
Previous rentcharges can now be extinguished by making a lump sum payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence in 2037 will be extinguished.
Me and my partner are buying a flat in Coombe Warren. I might seem paranoid but how we can trust a conveyancer? On the day of competition we will need to put money into their account. What is the protection we have from them run away with our money?
Be assured that all money in a Solicitors client account is 100% safe, and even if your Solicitor ran off with it, the Law Society would reimburse you fully.
Is it the case that all Coombe Warren CQS (Conveyancing Quality Scheme) solicitors are on the Skipton conveyancing list of approved solicitors?
It is true that some lenders now utilise CQS as the starting point for Panel membership such as HSBC and Santander. CQS membership however is no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. Nevertheless,the CML have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for solicitors wishing to join their approved list of firms.
Is it the case that all Coombe Warren solicitor firms on the Bank of Ireland conveyancing panel are governed by the SRA?
As a firm of solicitors, in order to be on the Bank of Ireland conveyancing panel they would need to be governed by the SRA. Many lenders do list licenced conveyancers on their panel and in such a situation the firms would be overseen by the CLC.
In what way does the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 affect my business property in Coombe Warren and how can your lawyers assist?
The 1954 Act provides a safeguard to business tenants, giving them the right to make a request to court for a renewal tenancy and continue in occupation when the lease reaches an end. There are limited grounds where a landlord can refrain from granting a lease renewal and the rules are complex. We are happy to direct you to commercial conveyancing firms who use the act to your advantage and help with commercial conveyancing in Coombe Warren
We're FTB’s - had an offer accepted, but the estate agent has warned us that the owners will only issue a contract if we instruct their chosen conveyancers as they are insisting on a ‘quick sale’. We would rather use a local solicitor with experience of conveyancing in Coombe Warren
We suspect that the seller is not behind this requirement. Should the vendor desire ‘a quick sale', alienating a motivated buyer is going to damage their objectives. Try to communicate with the owners directly and explain that (a)you are motivated purchasers (b)you are ready to go, with finances in place © you are unencumbered (d) you intend to proceed fast (e)however you will continue to use your own,trusted Coombe Warren conveyancing firm - not the ones that will earn the negotiator at the agency a kickback or achieve conveyancing targets pre-set by corporate headquarters.
I am in the market for an affordable conveyancing solicitor in Coombe Warren to purchase a house. I am aware of the chance of getting ripped off and there's plenty Coombe Warren conveyancing organisations out there...who do I opt for?
Where you’ve not used a lawyer before, a trustworthy recommendation from family or friends is a great place to start and is often a good gauge of quality. Alternatively, consult the Law Society’s online directory of lawyers in Coombe Warren or use our search tool to choose a conveyancing lawyer in Coombe Warren.