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Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont

A mortgage agreement from HSBC for the refinancing of my 4 room apartment is coming imminently. Can you put forward a low cost conveyancing law firm in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont?

This site is not designed to assist those in their quest for the cheapest conveyancing in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont. Our goal is to offer cost effective conveyancing but we do not aim to work with the cheapest lawyers. Do not be swayed by brokers enticing you with ninety nine pound conveyancing in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont. In your best case scenario, in deciding on cheap conveyancing, you will get your money’s worth and at worst it will result in you spending a lot in extras and still not end up with the service required.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold element on a house I have offered on a fortnight ago in what was supposed to be a quick, no chain conveyancing. Gerrards Cross and Chalfont is the location of the property. Can you shed any light on this issue?

Flying freeholds in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Gerrards Cross and Chalfont you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds thoroughly. Your mortgage company may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont 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 residence.

Am I right to be concerned by estate agents that I am dealing with are suggesting an online conveyancing firm as opposed to a High Street Gerrards Cross and Chalfont conveyancing practice?

As is the case with many professional services, often referrals from family and friends can be very helpful. Nevertheless there are numerous parties with a vested interest in a conveyancing transaction; estate agents, financial adviser and banks might all suggest conveyancers to appoint. Sometimes these conveyancers might be known to one of the organisations as being good in their field, but occasionally there might be a commercial relationship behind the endorsement. You have the right to choose your own lawyer. Don't forget that some lenders specify a panel list of law firms you are obliged to use for the lender related work in your home move.

In scouring the web for the words conveyancing in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont it brings up numerous conveyancersin the area. With so much choice what is the best way to find the right solicitor for me?

The best way of finding the right conveyancer is through a personal recommendation, so seek the guidance of friends and family who have acquired a property in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont or the respected estate agent or mortgage broker. Fees for conveyancing in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont differ, so it's a good idea to request at least three fee calculations from different law firms. Dont forget to clarify that the fees are fixed.

Last September I purchased a leasehold house in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont. Do I have any liability for service charges relating to a period prior to my ownership?

Where the service charge has already been demanded from the previous lessee and they have not paid you would not usually be personally liable for the arrears. However, your landlord may still be able to take action to forfeit the lease. A critical element of leasehold conveyancing for your conveyancer to ensure to have an up to date clear service charge receipt before completion of your purchase. If you have a mortgage this is likely to be a requirement of your lender.

If you purchase part way through an accounting year you may be liable for charges not yet demanded even if they relate to a period prior to your purchase. In such circumstances your conveyancer would normally arrange for the seller to set aside some money to cover their part of the period (usually called a service charge retention).

I have had difficulty in trying to purchase the freehold in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont. Can this matter be resolved via the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal?

in cases where there is a absentee landlord or if there is disagreement about the premium for a lease extension, under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 it is possible to make an application to the LVT to judgment on the amount due.

An example of a Lease Extension case for a Gerrards Cross and Chalfont premises is Flats 8, 11 and 15 Craigmore Court 46 Murray Road in December 2013. The tribunal held that the price payable by the Applicant tenant of Flat 8 to acquire an extended lease shall be £26,438 plus £1 to the intermediate lessee . The tribunal held that the price payable by the Applicant tenants of Flat 11 to acquire an extended lease shall be £26,791 plus £1 to the intermediate lessee. The tribunal held that the price payable by the Applicant tenant of Flat 15 to acquire an extended lease shall be £26,638 plus £1 to the intermediate lessee . This case related to 3 flats. The unexpired term as at the valuation date was 71 years.

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