We are purchasing our first property. The conveyancer has texted usto check if we want to take out supplemental conveyancing searches. We are really unsure what's necessary for conveyancing in Acklam

The extent of Acklam conveyancing searches should be dictated primarily on the property, the location, the probability of any of these risks, your knowledge of the area and risks, your general approach to risk. What is important is that you adequately appreciate what information the searches could supply. You may then make a decision if you personally think you need that search. Should you be in doubt, ask your conveyancer to advise.

My wife and I have a renovated Victorian property in Acklam. Conveyancing lawyer acted for me and Virgin Money. I did a free Land Registry search last week and I saw two entries: the first freehold, the second leasehold with the matching address. I'd like to know for sure, how can I find out??

You need to read the Freehold register you have again and check the Charges Register as there may be mention of a lease. The best way to be sure that you are also the registered proprietor of the leasehold and freehold title as well is to check (£3). It is not completely unheard of in Acklam and other locations in the country and poses no real issues for owners other than when they remortgage they have to account for both freehold and leasehold interests when dealing with mortgage companies. You can also enquire as to the position with your conveyancing solicitor who conducted the work.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold element on a house I have offered on two weeks back in what was supposed to be a straight forward, chain free conveyancing. Acklam is where the house is located. Is there any advice you can impart?

Flying freeholds in Acklam are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Acklam you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds thoroughly. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Acklam may determine 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 residence.

My husband and I are new to the buying process - had an offer accepted, but the agent has warned us that the vendor will only proceed if we instruct the agent's recommended lawyers as they want a ‘quick sale’. We would rather use a family solicitor with experience of conveyancing in Acklam

We suspect that the seller is unaware of this ultimatum. Should the vendor desire ‘a quick sale', taking such a hostile approach to a genuine buyer is counter productive. Avoid the agents and go straight to the owners and explain that (a)you are keen to buy (b)you are ready to progress, with finances arranged © you have nothing to sell (d) you wish to move quickly (e)however you are going to instruct your own,trusted Acklam conveyancing firm - rather thanthose that will earn the negotiator at the agency a kickback or meet his conveyancing thresholds set by head office.

Expecting to complete next month on a leasehold property in Acklam. Conveyancing solicitors assured me that they report fully next week. What should I be looking out for?

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

The landlord’s rights to access the property. You should be made aware that your landlord has rights of access as well as be informed how much notice must be provided. Do you need to have carpet in the flat or are you allowed wood flooring? Defining your rights in relation to the communal areas in the building.By way of example, does the lease provide for a right of way over an accessway or staircase? Repair and maintenance of the premises The total ownership of the property. This may be the flat itself but could also include a loft or basement if applicable.

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How is the lease structured? Can you inform me if there are any major works anticipated that will increase the service costs? Best to be warned whether fixing the lift or some other major work is due in the foreseeable future to be shared between the leasehold owners and may well materially increase the the service fees or require a specific invoice.