How up to date is your database of Barton Seagrave solicitors on the Santander conveyancing panel? Do Santander send you an updated list?

Barton Seagrave conveyancing firms themselves provide us confirmation that they are on the Santander conveyancing panel as opposed to being supplied with a list from Santander directly.

Do commercial conveyancing searches reveal proposed roadworks that could impact a commercial premises in Barton Seagrave?

Its becoming the norm that commercial conveyancing solicitors in Barton Seagrave will conduct a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers invest in looking into accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Barton Seagrave. The report provides definitive data on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in Barton Seagrave.

For each commercial conveyancing transaction in Barton Seagrave it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. The absence of identifying developments where adoption procedures have not been addressed adequately may cause delays to Barton Seagrave commercial conveyancing deals as well as present a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not ordered for domestic conveyancing in Barton Seagrave.

How does conveyancing in Barton Seagrave differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build property in Barton Seagrave approach us having been asked by the developer to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is finished. This is because developers in Barton Seagrave tend to purchase the real estate, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct property lawyers as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are accustomed to new build conveyancing in Barton Seagrave or who has acted in the same development.

I decided to have a survey done on a property in Barton Seagrave ahead of appointing solicitors. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold element to the property. Our surveyor advised that some mortgage companies will refuse to grant a loan on a flying freehold premises.

It varies from the lender to lender. HSBC has different instructions from Halifax. If you contact us we can investigate further via the appropriate lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Barton Seagrave. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.

I've found a house that seems to meet my requirements, at a reasonable figure which is making it more attractive. I have subsequently been informed that the title is leasehold rather than freehold. I am assuming that there are particular concerns purchasing a house with a leasehold title in Barton Seagrave. Conveyancing solicitors have are soon to be instructed. Will they explain the issues?

Most houses in Barton Seagrave are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local conveyancer used to dealing with such properties who can help the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are buying in Barton Seagrave so you should seriously consider shopping around for a Barton Seagrave conveyancing solicitor and check that they have experience in transacting on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the number of years remaining. Being a leaseholder you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want to the property. The lease comes with conditions for example obtaining the landlord’sconsent to carry out changes to the property. It may be necessary to pay a contribution towards the upkeep of the communal areas where the house is part of an estate. Your solicitor should appraise you on the various issues.

Barton Seagrave Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Examples of Queries before Purchasing

Are there any major works on the horizon that will increase the service costs? What is the annual maintenance fee and ground rent? You will want to discover as much as you can concerning the managing agents as they can either make living at the property much easier or a lot more difficult. Being a leasehold owner you will be in the clutches of the managing agents both financially and when it comes to day to day matters like the cleanliness of the communal areas. Don't be afraid to ask other tenants whether they are happy with them. Finally, find out the dates that you are obliged pay the service charge to the managing agents and precisely what it includes.