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Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Castleton

Do commercial conveyancing searches disclose planned roadworks that could impact a commercial site in Castleton?

Its becoming the norm that commercial conveyancing solicitors in Castleton will carry out a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers invest in researching accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Castleton. The search result sets out definitive information 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 Castleton.

For each commercial conveyancing transaction in Castleton 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 result in delays to Castleton commercial conveyancing deals as well as present a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not ordered for domestic conveyancing in Castleton.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I put an offer in a fortnight ago in what was supposed to be a quick, chain free conveyancing. Castleton is the location of the property. Can you offer any assistance?

Flying freeholds in Castleton 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 Castleton you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds diligently. Your mortgage company may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Castleton may decide 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 am thinking of appointing a conveyancing solicitor in Castleton for my remortgage. Can I review a solicitor's complaints history with the profession’s regulator?

You may read published Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations resulting from inquisitions commenced on or after 1 January 2008. Visit Check a solicitor's record. To find records Pre 2008, or to check a firm's history, call 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 09.30 - 18.00 Tuesday. International callers, call +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA could monitor call for training requirements.

Can you provide any top tips for leasehold conveyancing in Castleton with the intention of speeding up the sale process?

  • Much of the frustration in leasehold conveyancing in Castleton can be reduced if you appoint lawyers the minute you market your property and request that they start to collate the leasehold documentation needed by the purchasers’ representatives.
  • You may think that you are aware of the number of years left on your lease but it would be wise to double-check via your lawyers. A purchaser's lawyer will not be happy to advise their client to where the remaining number of years is under 80 years. It is therefore essential at an as soon as possible that you consider whether the lease term for your property needs extending. If it does, contact your solicitors before you put your home on the market for sale. In the event that you altered the property did you need the Landlord’s approval? Have you, for example installed wooden flooring? Castleton leases often stipulate that internal structural alterations or installing wooden flooring necessitate a licence from the Landlord acquiescing to such works. If you fail to have the paperwork to hand do not contact the landlord without contacting your solicitor first. If you hold a share in a the freehold, you should ensure that you hold the original share certificate. Obtaining a new share certificate can be a lengthy formality and slows down many a Castleton home move. If a new share is needed, you should approach the company director and secretary or managing agents (if relevant) for this as soon as possible. The majority of landlords or managing agents in Castleton levy fees for providing management packs for a leasehold premises. You or your lawyers should discover the fee that they propose to charge. The management information can be applied for on or before finding a buyer, thus reducing delays. The average time it takes to receive management information is three weeks. It is the most frequent cause of frustration in leasehold conveyancing in Castleton.

I inherited a split level flat in Castleton, conveyancing was carried out 5 years ago. Can you work out an approximate cost of a lease extension? Corresponding flats in Castleton with a long lease are worth £216,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £50 yearly. The lease expires on 21st October 2094

You have 69 years unexpired we estimate the price of your lease extension to range between £9,500 and £11,000 as well as plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.

The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to advice on a more accurate figure without more detailed investigations. Do not use the figures in tribunal or court proceedings. There are no doubt other concerns that need to be taken into account and you obviously want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not move forward placing reliance on this information before getting professional advice.

My parents are unable to locate their Castleton property on the HM Land Registry website. They have a vague memory back in the 60’s when they bought the house there were complications with Castleton not being identified on some systems.

The vast majority of premises in Castleton should be revealed. Have you limited your search with simply the postcode. Ordinarily it will identify all the residences inside the postcode. Where recorded it will show up with a title number. If they bought 48 years ago it's conceivable it may be unregistered. The address could still be revealed but with the title number shown 'na'. In this scenario you will need to track down the original title papers which could be with your parent’s lender.

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