My brother and I have recently acquired a property in Ashby de la Zouch. We have noticed several problems with the house which we believe were missed in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? Can you clarify the type of searches that should have been conducted as part of conveyancing in Ashby de la Zouch?

The query is not clear as to the nature of the problems and if they are specific to conveyancing in Ashby de la Zouch. Conveyancing searches and due diligence undertaken as part of the buying process are carried out to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a seller completes a questionnaire called a Seller’s Property Information Form. answers is incorrect, then you may have a claim against the owner for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Ashby de la Zouch.

We are selling our house in Ashby de la Zouch and according to the buyers it appears that there is a risk of it being built on contaminated land. Any local conveyancer would know that there is no such problem. For the life of me I don't know why the purchasers used an internet conveyancing firm rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Ashby de la Zouch. Having lived in Ashby de la Zouch for many years we know that this is a non issue. Do we get in touch with our local Authority to obtain clarification that the buyers are looking for.

It would appear that you have a conveyancing firm already. Are they able to advise? You need to enquire of your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out health insurance to cover that same ailment)

About to purchase a new build flat in Ashby de la Zouch. Conveyancing is daunting at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build conveyancing.

Here is a sample of a few leasehold new build questions that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Ashby de la Zouch

If there are lifts in the building, please confirm that the owners of flats on the ground and basement floors will not be required to contribute towards the cost of maintenance and renewal. Where there is an Undertaking being granted there is the risk of forfeiture of the Headlease subject to relief if one or more of the Underlessees are willing to accept the original Head Lessee’s obligations as otherwise relief will be denied to the Underlessees. The only alternatives are the Head Lessor agreeing not to forfeit the Headlease or the Head Lessee guaranteeing to the Underlessees that it will not be in breach of the Headlease. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? Where service of notices and proceedings can be at the property demised please confirm that this can be amended to include simultaneous services at the Lessees’ solicitors’ offices where the Lessee from time to time is not resident in the UK - such solicitors may be varied by notice in writing to the Landlord from time to time but otherwise will be as previously specified. The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided.

I need to find a conveyancing solicitor for sale conveyancing in Ashby de la Zouch. I have stumble upon a site which looks to be the ideal solution If there is a chance to get all the legals completed via phone that would be preferable. Should I be wary? 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?

Do online conveyancing organisations cover everything a high street Ashby de la Zouch solicitor does or do I still need to retain a solicitor for the final stages for my conveyancing in Ashby de la Zouch?

If you use an online conveyancer they will cover all the things your Ashby de la Zouch solicitor will cover.