I selected a local lawyer for our conveyancing in Hotwells last week. Upon checking the official terms of business it is apparent thatwe are liable for costs even if the movefalls through. Should I ditch them and use a web based firm advertising no-sale-no-fee conveyancing in Hotwells?

Generally there is a concession along the lines that if "No Sale No Fee" is available then the fee levels will tend to be be more expensive to neutralise the cases that do not proceed. Do bear in mind that such arrangements rarely cover outlay for example Hotwells conveyancing search charges.

I require expedited conveyancing in Hotwells as I am under an ultimatum to sign on the dotted line in less than 2 weeks. A mortgage is not required. Is it possible to escape the need for conveyancing searches to save fees and time?

If.Given you are not getting a home loan you have the choice not to do searches although no solicitor would suggest that you don't. Drawing on our experience of conveyancing in Hotwells the following are examples of what can crop up and therefore impact future saleability: Refused Planning Applications, Outstanding Charges, Outstanding Grants, Railway Schemes,...

I decided to have a survey done on a property in Hotwells prior to retaining lawyers. I have been told that there is a flying freehold overhang to the property. Our surveyor has said that some lenders may not issue a mortgage on a flying freehold home.

It depends who your proposed lender is. Bank of Scotland has different requirements for example to Halifax. Should you wish to call us we can investigate further via the relevant lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Hotwells. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Hotwells especially if they regularly deal with such properties in Hotwells.

I need to appoint a conveyancing solicitor for freehold conveyancing in Hotwells. I've stumble across a web site which seems to have the ideal answer If it is possible to get all the legals done via phone that would be ideal. Do I need to be concerned? What are the potential pitfalls?

As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?

Due to complete next month on a studio apartment in Hotwells. Conveyancing lawyers assured me that they are sending me a report within the next couple of days. Are there areas in the report that I should be focusing on?

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

You should have a good understanding of the building insurance obligations The unexpired lease term. You should receive guidance as what happens when the lease expires, and informed of the importance of not letting the lease term falling below eighty years Repair and maintenance of the flat You need to be informed what is to be regarded as a Nuisance as far as the lease is concerned

Hotwells Leasehold Conveyancing - Sample of Questions you should ask Prior to buying

Most Hotwells leasehold properties will be liable to pay a service charge for the upkeep of the building levied on behalf of the freeholder. Should you purchase the apartment you will have to pay this amount, normally periodically accross the year. This could vary from a few hundred pounds to thousands of pounds for buildings with lifts and large common areas. There will also be a rentcharge to be met yearly, this is usually not a large sum, say about £50-£100 but you need to check as sometimes it can be many hundreds of pounds. Is the freehold reversion owned jointly by the tenants? Best to be warned if window replacement or some other major work is coming up that will be shared between the leasehold owners and will materially increase the the service charges or require a specific invoice.