Do all mortgage companies provide you with an approved list of Burnopfield conveyancing solicitors? How do you know who is on the Barclays conveyancing panel?
Burnopfield conveyancing firms themselves provide us confirmation that they are on the Barclays conveyancing panel as opposed to being supplied with a list from Barclays directly.
I have 70 years unexpired on my lease and need a lease extension for my flat in Burnopfield. Conveyancing solicitors on the Platform panel can deal with such extensions correct?
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are getting a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Platform have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 28/8/2025 the requirements read as follows :
How does conveyancing in Burnopfield differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build residence in Burnopfield approach us having been asked by the seller to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is constructed. This is because new home sellers in Burnopfield typically 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 Burnopfield or who has acted in the same development.
Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold issue on a house I have offered on last month in what should have been a quick, no chain conveyancing. Burnopfield is where the house is located. What do you suggest?
Flying freeholds in Burnopfield are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Burnopfield you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds thoroughly. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Burnopfield may ascertain 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.
How do I use the search tool to select a conveyancing practitioner in Burnopfield on the authorised to act for my mortgage?
First select a lender such as HSBC Bank, Leeds Building Society or Platform Home Loans Ltd then choose your location such as Burnopfield. Conveyancing practices in Burnopfield and across England and Wales should be identified.