Will our solicitor be asking questions concerning flooding during the conveyancing in Addiscombe.

Flooding is a growing risk for lawyers conducting conveyancing in Addiscombe. There are those who purchase a property in Addiscombe, completely aware that at some time, it may suffer from flooding. However, leaving to one side the physical destruction, if a house is at risk of flooding, it may be difficult to obtain a mortgage, satisfactory building insurance, or sell the property. There are steps that can be taken as part of the conveyancing process to forewarn the buyer.

Conveyancers are not best placed to offer advice on flood risk, however there are a number of checks that can be undertaken by the purchaser or on a buyer’s behalf which will figure out the risks in Addiscombe. The standard property information forms sent to a buyer’s lawyer (where the Conveyancing Protocol is adopted) contains a usual question of the seller to find out if the property has historically flooded. If flooding has previously occurred which is not notified by the owner, then a buyer could commence a claim for damages stemming from an incorrect answer. A purchaser’s conveyancers will also commission an enviro report. This will higlight if there is any known flood risk. If so, additional inquiries will need to be conducted.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I have offered on two weeks back in what was supposed to be a quick, chain free conveyancing. Addiscombe is where the house is located. Can you offer any opinion?

Flying freeholds in Addiscombe 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 Addiscombe you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds thoroughly. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Addiscombe 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 residence.

What does commercial conveyancing in Addiscombe cover?

Non domestic conveyancing in Addiscombe incorporates a broad range of services, given by qualified solicitors, relating to business premises. By way of example, this type of conveyancing can cover the sale or purchase of freehold business premises or, more commonly, the transfer of existing business tenancies or the drafting of new leasing arrangements. Commercial conveyancing solicitors can also offer advice on the sale of business assets, commercial mortgages and the termination of tenancies.

I have been sourcing a conveyancing solicitor in Addiscombe for my house move. Is it possible to see a solicitor's record with the profession’s regulator?

Anyone may read published Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations stemming from investigations started on or after Jan 2008. Go to Check a solicitor's record. To find information Pre 2008, or to check a firm's record, ring 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. International callers, call +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA sometimes recorded call for training reasons.

Is there a difference between surveying and conveyancing in Addiscombe?

Conveyancing - in Addiscombe or anywhere in England and Wales - is the process of legally transferring legal title of property from one person to another. It involves the investigation of the title. Whether buying or selling, you should be aware of anything affecting the property such as proposals by government departments, illegal buildings, or outstanding rates. The conveyancer should conduct the appropriate searches and inquiries on the property. Surveying relates to the structure of a property itself. A surveyor will look at a house, flat and any outbuildings you are purchasing and will help you find out about the condition of the building and, if there are problems, give you leverage for negotiating the buying price down or asking the seller to fix the problems before you move in.