There are numerous conveyancing solicitors in Bosham but how do I know who I should use?

Do not opt for the cheapest Bosham conveyancing fees. You really do get what you pay for when it comes to conveyancing solicitors. A cheap quote may mean that the conveyancing solicitor is handling a lot of jobs at one time and you won’t get the quality of service and the attention that you need. It is, however, wise to use a conveyancer who has a fixed fee on a no sale, no fee basis. This way, you know exactly what you’ll have to pay in ahead of time.

I am helping my sister sell her property in Bosham. Does the solicitor order an energy assessment or do I organise this?

Following the demise of Home Packs, EPC’s remained a required component of selling a property. An EPC must be commissioned before the property is advertised. It is not something that solicitors ordinarily arrange. If you are instructing a Bosham conveyancing practitioner they might help arrange energy performance certificates due to their contacts with reputable Bosham energy assessors

Can I be sure that the Bosham conveyancing solicitor on the Co-operative panel is any good?

When it comes to conveyancing in Bosham seeking recommendations is a good starting point. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one advertising the lowest fees. We would always advocate that you speak with the solicitor carrying out your transaction.

How does conveyancing in Bosham differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build or newly converted property in Bosham come to us having been asked by the seller to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the residence is ready to move into. This is because house builders in Bosham tend to acquire the site, 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 Bosham or who has acted in the same development.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold element on a house I have offered on a fortnight ago in what was supposed to be a straight forward, chain free conveyancing. Bosham is where the house is located. Can you shed any light on this issue?

Flying freeholds in Bosham 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 Bosham you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds very carefully. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Bosham 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 premises.

I wish to sublet my leasehold apartment in Bosham. Conveyancing solicitor who did the purchase is retired - so can't ask her. Is permission from the freeholder required?

The lease governs the relationship between the landlord and you the leaseholder; specifically, it will set out if subletting is banned, or permitted but only subject to certain conditions. The rule is that if the lease contains no expres ban or restriction, subletting is allowed. The majority of leases in Bosham do not contain strict prohibition on subletting – such a provision would undoubtedly devalue the property. Instead, there is usually a basic requirement that the owner notifies the freeholder, possibly sending a copy of the tenancy agreement.

Bosham Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Sample of Queries before buying

It would be prudent to discover as much as possible about the managing agents as they will either make life much easier or uncomfortable. Being a leasehold owner you are often at the mercy of the managing agents both financially and when it comes to day to day issues like the tidiness of the common parts. Ask other tenants whether they are happy with them. Finally, find out the dates that you are obliged pay the maintenance charge to the managing agents and specifically how they are spending the funds. Who manages the block? The best form of lease structure is where the freehold reversion is owned by the leaseholders. In this scenario the tenants benefit from control and notwithstanding that a managing agent is often retained if it is larger than a house conversion, the managing agent acts for the leaseholders themselves.

We are looking to acquire a repossessed flat in Bosham and the mortgagee in possession require completion inside 28 days. Can a conveyancing practitioner meet that timeframe? Am I best advised to instruct a high street Bosham firm or an online firm that advertises to offer speedy conveyancing?

Attend your Bosham high street. Pop in to a couple of firms and request to talk to a conveyancing solicitor for an estimate. Discuss your situation and seek assurances on deadlines. Appoint the one that seems most trustworthy. Be sure to use a conveyancing practitioner on the panel of conveyancers approved by your mortgage company.