My brother and I have just acquired a property in Cheetham. We have since encountered a number of issues with the property which we consider were overlooked in the conveyancing searches. Do we have any recourse? What searches should? have been ordered for conveyancing in Cheetham?

The query is not clear as what problems have arisen and if they are unique to conveyancing in Cheetham. Conveyancing searches and investigations initiated during the buying process are carried out to help avoid problems. As part of the process, the vendor answers a questionnaire known as a Seller’s Property Information Form. answers turns out to be misleading, you may have a misrepresentation 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 Cheetham.

I purchased my home on 2 November and the transaction details is yet to be registered. Should I be concerned? My conveyancing solicitor in Cheetham said it would be recorded in less than a month. Are transfers in Cheetham uniquely lengthy to register?

As far as conveyancing in Cheetham is concerned, registration is no faster or slower than anywhere else in England and Wales. As opposed to being determined by geographic area, timeframes can vary depending on who lodges the application, whether it is in order and whether the Land registry need to notify any third persons or bodies. As of today approximately 80% of submission are fully addressed in less than three weeks but occasionally there can be extensive delays. Registration takes place once the buyer has moved in to the premises thus post completion formalities is not always an essential issue but if there is a degree of urgency associated with the registration then you or your conveyancer must speak with the land registry and explain the circumstances.

Just had an offer accepted on a new build flat in Cheetham. Conveyancing is necessary evil 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 legal work.

Here are examples of a few leasehold new build questions that you can expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Cheetham

Where service of notices and proceedings can be at the property demised please confirm that this can be amended to include simultaneous services at the Lessees’ solicitors’ offices where the Lessee from time to time is not resident in the UK - such solicitors may be varied by notice in writing to the Landlord from time to time but otherwise will be as previously specified. Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company? Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision. Please supply a car parking plan.

I am looking for a conveyancing lawyer in Cheetham for my home move. Is there any facility to review a firm’s complaints history with the profession’s regulator?

Members of the public may read presented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations resulting from investigations commenced on or after 1 January 2008. Go to Check a solicitor's record. For information Pre 2008, or to check a firm's history, ring 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 09.30 - 18.00 Tuesday. For callers outside the UK, use +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA sometimes recorded telephone calls for training purposes.

Why do Cheetham conveyancing charges differ for leasehold and freehold properties?

There is always more work involved for leasehold conveyancing. Cheetham has many leasehold properties. There is more time involved in the purchase: for example, the lease and leasehold information (including current service charge, ground rent and buildings insurance details) obtained from the freeholder or managing agents. There are strict criteria that the lease must meet in order to be acceptable to a mortgage company. If it does not meet these requirements, the lease must be amended, which can involve additional expense for the seller.