Do I need to pop into the offices of the solicitor to sign the legal charge? If so, I will choose one who does conveyancing in Battlesbridge so that I can attend their offices when needed.

As opposed to 12 years ago, almost all mortgage companies no longer need their conveyancing panel lawyer to witness the borrowers signature. You will still be obliged to hand over identification documents and there are still manifest benefits to instructing a locally based solicitor, in your situation a conveyancing solicitor in Battlesbridge.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold issue on a house I put an offer in a fortnight ago in what was supposed to be a straight forward, no chain conveyancing. Battlesbridge is where the house is located. Is there any advice you can give?

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

I need to find a conveyancing solicitor for leasehold conveyancing in Battlesbridge. I've stumble across a site which seems to have the ideal answer If there is a chance to get all formalities 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?

I today plan to offer on a house that seems to be perfect, at a great price which is making it all the more appealing. I have since discovered that it's a leasehold as opposed to freehold. I would have thought that there are issues purchasing a house with a leasehold title in Battlesbridge. Conveyancing solicitors have are soon to be instructed. Will they explain the issues?

Most houses in Battlesbridge are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local solicitor used to dealing with such properties who can help the conveyancing process. We note that you are purchasing in Battlesbridge so you should seriously consider looking for a Battlesbridge conveyancing practitioner and check that they have experience in transacting on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the number of years remaining. As a lessee you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want with the house. The lease will likely included provisions such as requiring the landlord’spermission to carry out alterations. You may also be required to pay a maintenance charge towards the maintenance of the communal areas where the property is part of an estate. Your solicitor will advise you fully on all the issues.

I own a garden flat in Battlesbridge, conveyancing formalities finalised January 2000. Can you please calculate a probable premium for a statutory lease extension? Comparable flats in Battlesbridge with an extended lease are worth £195,000. The ground rent is £45 invoiced every year. The lease expires on 21st October 2088

With only 63 years remaining on your lease the likely cost is going to span between £16,200 and £18,600 plus plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.

The suggested premium range that we have given is a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to supply a more accurate figure in the absence of comprehensive due diligence. You should not use this information in tribunal or court proceedings. There may be other issues that need to be considered and you obviously want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not take any other action based on this information before getting professional advice.

My fiance and I are are seeking to find an affordable conveyancing lawyer in Battlesbridge to help me sell my place. I I am fearful of being overcharged and there are lots of Battlesbridge conveyancing solicitors out there...how do I know which one is best to appoint?

The best tip when looking for a Battlesbridge lawyer is take references from friends or other professionals that you trust. Almost everyone has used a conveyancing lawyer at some point. Feel free to make use of our comparison tool for Battlesbridge conveyancing quotes