We are buying a flat and need a conveyancing solicitor in Exmoor who is on the Coventry BS approved panel. Can you recommend a local solicitor?

Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Coventry BS . We don't recommend any particular firms conducting conveyancing in Exmoor.

What can a local search inform me regarding the house my wife and I purchasing in Exmoor?

Exmoor conveyancing often starts with the ordering local authority searches directly from your local Authority or through a personal search company such as Onsearch The local search is essential in every Exmoor conveyancing purchase; as long as you don’t want any unpleasant surprises after you move into your new home. The search should reveal information on, amongst other things, details on planning applications relevant to the property (whether granted or refused), building control history, any enforcement action, restrictions on permitted development, nearby road schemes, contaminated land and radon gas; in all a total of thirteen topic areas.

3 months have gone by since my purchase conveyancing in Exmoor took place. I have checked the Land Registry website which shows that I paid £175,000 when infact I paid £215,000. Why the discrepancy?

The price paid figure is taken from the application to register the purchase. It is the figure included in the Transfer (the legal deed which transfers the residence from one person to the other) and referred to as the 'consideration' or purchase price. You can report an error in the price paid figure using the LR online form. In most cases errors result from typos so at first glance the figure. Do report it so they can double check and advise.

I am using a search engine for the phrase conveyancing in Exmoor it shows results of numerous solicitorsin the area. How do I determine which is the suitable property lawyer for me?

The best way of seeking the right conveyancer is via trusted recommendation, so seek the guidance of friends and relatives who have purchased a property in Exmoor or a reputable estate agent or financial adviser. Charges for conveyancing in Exmoor differ, so it's advisable to request a minimum of three estimates from varying types of companies. Be sure to secure confirmation that the fees are fixed.

When it comes to leasehold conveyancing in Exmoor what are the most frequent lease problems?

There is nothing unique about leasehold conveyancing in Exmoor. All leases are individual and drafting errors can result in certain sections are wrong. For example, if your lease is missing any of the following, it could be defective:

Service charge per centages that don't add up correctly leaving a shortfall

A defective lease will likely cause issues when trying to sell a property primarily because it impacts on the ability to obtain a mortgage on the property. Nationwide Building Society, Virgin Money, and Aldermore all have express requirements when it comes to what is expected in a lease. If a mortgage lender believes that the lease does not cover certain provisions they may refuse to grant the mortgage, obliging the purchaser to pull out.

I am the registered owner of a leasehold flat in Exmoor, conveyancing having been completed half a dozen years ago. How much will my lease extension cost? Equivalent properties in Exmoor with an extended lease are worth £216,000. The ground rent is £50 levied per year. The lease expires on 21st October 2093

With only 69 years unexpired we estimate the premium for your lease extension to span between £9,500 and £11,000 plus professional fees.

The figure above a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to provide a more accurate figure without more detailed due diligence. You should not use the figures in tribunal or court proceedings. There may be other issues that need to be considered and clearly you want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not move forward based on this information before getting professional advice.