We were about to retain a conveyancing solicitor in Queenborough recommended by you but have come across alternative costs illustrations via the web look less expensive – why is this?

There are many firms of solicitors advertising what appear to be the cheapest conveyancing in Queenborough. Our recommendation is to think long and hard about how important this transaction is to you that you are willing to be penny wise pound foolish over the quality of the conveyancing. Some hide fees deep into the terms of business. The law firms that we list for conveyancing in Queenborough will notbehave this way.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold issue on a house I have offered on last month in what was supposed to be a straight forward, no chain conveyancing. Queenborough is the location of the property. What do you suggest?

Flying freeholds in Queenborough are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Queenborough you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds diligently. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Queenborough may ascertain that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold premises.

I am downsizing from my home. My previous solicitors have shut. I would be grateful for any recommendation of a conveyancing firm. I happen to live in Queenborough if that affects matters.

You should use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Queenborough. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with regulated solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move goes smoothly.

Is it best to choose a Queenborough conveyancing lawyer based in the location that I am buying? I have an old university friend who can perform the conveyancing however they are based approximately 350miles away.

The primary upside of using a local Queenborough conveyancing firm is that you can attend the office to execute paperwork, deliver your identification documents and pester them where appropriate. They will also have local intelligence which is a bonus. However it's more important to get someone that will do a good and efficient job. If you know people who used your friend and they were happy that should surpass using an unknown Queenborough conveyancing lawyer just because they are local.

What advice can you give us when it comes to finding a Queenborough conveyancing practice to deal with our lease extension?

If you are instructing a solicitor for lease extension works (regardless if they are a Queenborough conveyancing practice) it is most important that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of conveyancing. We suggest that you make enquires with several firms including non Queenborough conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. If the firm is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions might be useful:

How many lease extensions have they completed in Queenborough in the last 12 months? Can they put you in touch with clients in Queenborough who can give a testimonial?

I invested in buying a split level flat in Queenborough, conveyancing having been completed in 2007. Can you let me have an estimate of the premium that my landlord can legally expect in return for granting a renewal of my lease? Comparable properties in Queenborough with over 90 years remaining are worth £180,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £65 invoiced every year. The lease ceases on 21st October 2082

You have 58 years left to run we estimate the price of your lease extension to span between £22,800 and £26,400 plus costs.

The suggested premium range that we have given is a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we cannot give you the actual costs without more detailed due diligence. You should not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There are no doubt other concerns that need to be taken into account and you obviously want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not move forward placing reliance on this information without first getting professional advice.