We are nearing an exchange on a property in Fulwood and my parents have sent the 10% deposit to my property lawyer. I am now advised that as the deposit has been received from someone other than me my conveyancer needs to disclose this to my bank. Apparently, in also acting for the mortgage company he must advise them that the balance of the purchase price is coming from anyone other than me. I advised the mortgage company regarding my parents' contribution when I applied for the mortgage, so is it really appropriate for this now to delay the deal?

The lawyer is obliged to check with the bank to ensure that they understand that the balance of the purchase price is not from your own resources. Your solicitor can only report this to your lender if you permit them to, failing which, your lawyer must cease to continue acting.

I opted to have a survey completed on a property in Fulwood prior to appointing solicitors. I have been told that there is a flying freehold overhang to the house. The surveyor has said that some mortgage companies will refuse to issue a mortgage on such a home.

It varies from the lender to lender. Santander has different requirements for example to Nationwide. Should you wish to telephone us we can check via the appropriate lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Fulwood. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.

In my capacity as executor for the will of my grandfather I am selling a residence in Swansea but live in Fulwood. My lawyer (approximately 250 miles from mehas requested that I execute a stat dec before the transaction finalising. Could you suggest a conveyancing solicitor in Fulwood to attest and place their company stamp on the document?

strictly speaking you are not likely to be required to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Ordinarily or notary public or solicitor will suffice regardless of whether they are based in Fulwood

Can you offer any advice when it comes to choosing a Fulwood conveyancing practice to carry out our lease extension conveyancing?

When appointing a conveyancer for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Fulwood conveyancing practice) it is imperative that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of conveyancing. We recommend that you talk with several firms including non Fulwood conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions could be useful:

Can they put you in touch with clients in Fulwood who can give a testimonial?

I acquired a 1st floor flat in Fulwood, conveyancing having been completed half a dozen years ago. Can you shed any light on how much the price could be for a 90 year extension to my lease? Similar properties in Fulwood with over 90 years remaining are worth £222,000. The ground rent is £50 levied per year. The lease comes to an end on 21st October 2097

With just 71 years unexpired we estimate the price of your lease extension to be between £9,500 and £11,000 plus professional fees.

The figure that we have given is a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to supply a more accurate figure without more comprehensive due diligence. You should not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There may be other issues that need to be considered and you obviously should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Neither should you take any other action placing reliance on this information before getting professional advice.

I am thinking of instructing an online property lawyer rather than a Fulwood conveyancing practice. Any advice?

Numerous benefits exist in having the opportunity to pop in to a local Fulwood conveyancing solicitor such as

• signing documents and and when necessary
• getting face-to-face explanations of things you don't understand
• the ability to complain if matters need to addressed

When analysing quotes, look carefully for hidden extras. The majority decent Fulwood high street solicitors give an all-inclusive price. Often online companies appear to offer cheap prices, yet have hidden 'extras' in the fine print.