Last December we completed a house move in Bulwell. We have noticed several issues with the property which we consider were missed in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? What searches should? have been ordered for conveyancing in Bulwell?

It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are unique to conveyancing in Bulwell. Conveyancing searches and due diligence initiated during the buying process are carried out to help avoid problems. As part of the legal transfer of property, a property owner completes a questionnaire referred to as a SPIF. If the information ends up being misleading, then you may have a claim against the seller 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 Bulwell.

Do commercial conveyancing searches disclose impending roadworks that may impact a commercial estate in Bulwell?

Its becoming the norm that commercial conveyancing solicitors in Bulwell will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers invest in investigating accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Bulwell. The report sets out 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 Bulwell.

For every commercial conveyancing transaction in Bulwell it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. Failure to identify developments where adoption procedures have not been addressed adequately could result in delays to Bulwell commercial conveyancing deals as well as present a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not ordered for domestic conveyancing in Bulwell.

I used Action Conveyancing several years past for my conveyancing in Bulwell. Now, I need my files however the law firm is no longer operating. What do I do?

You should call the Solicitors Regulatory Authority (SRA) to assist in tracking down your conveyancing files. They can be contacted on please contact on 0870 606 2555. Alternatively, you should use their online form to make an enquiry. You will need to provide the SRA with as much information as possible to assist their search, including the name and address in Bulwell of the conveyancing firm of solicitors you previously hired, the name of conveyancing solicitor with whom you had dealings, and the date on which you last had dealings with the firm.

About to purchase a new build flat in Bulwell. Conveyancing is daunting at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build conveyancing.

Set out below are examples of a selection of leasehold new build enquiries that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Bulwell

Please supply a car parking plan. There must be mutual enforceability of lessee’s covenants. The Vendor must covenant to keep unoccupied units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. 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. 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.

At what stage do I pay the Stamp Duty Land Tax chargeable for my Bulwell flat purchase?

The majority of solicitors will fill out a Land Transaction Return Form for you as part of your Bulwell purchase transaction for you to sign. After completion your conveyancing practitioner will submit your Land Transaction application to the Inland Revenue and - as long as they have the money - pay any land tax liability on your behalf.