How does conveyancing in Hawkhurst differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build property in Hawkhurst come to us having been asked by the builder to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is completed. This is because house builders in Hawkhurst usually buy 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 conveyancers 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 used to new build conveyancing in Hawkhurst or who has acted in the same development.

I opted to have a survey done on a property in Hawkhurst prior to appointing lawyers. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold aspect to the house. The surveyor has said that some lenders tend not issue a mortgage on this type of premises.

It varies from the lender to lender. HSBC has different requirements from Nationwide. Should you wish to call us we can look into this further via the relevant lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Hawkhurst. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Hawkhurst especially if they are familiar with such properties in Hawkhurst.

I need to instruct a conveyancing solicitor for residential conveyancing in Hawkhurst. I happened to chance upon a web site which appears to be the ideal answer If there is a chance to get all formalities completed via web that would be ideal. Should I be wary? What are the potential pitfalls?

As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?

Planning to complete next month on a leasehold property in Hawkhurst. Conveyancing lawyers assured me that they will have a report out to me within the next couple of days. Are there areas in the report that I should be focusing on?

Your report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in Hawkhurst should include some of the following:

What you can do if another tenant in the building is in violation of a provision in their lease? Repair and maintenance of the property The landlord’s rights to access the property. You should be made aware that your landlord has rights of access as well as be informed how much notice must be provided. Where does the liability rest for maintaining the window frames What the implications are if you have breached the provisions of the lease?

I am the registered owner of a leasehold flat in Hawkhurst, conveyancing having been completed half a dozen years ago. Can you give me give me an indication of the likely cost of a lease extension? Corresponding flats in Hawkhurst with an extended lease are worth £202,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £60 invoiced every year. The lease terminates on 21st October 2082

With only 57 years remaining on your lease we estimate the price of your lease extension to be between £28,500 and £33,000 plus plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.

The suggested premium range that we have given is a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to advice on a more accurate figure without more comprehensive due diligence. You should not use this information in tribunal or court proceedings. There are no doubt additional concerns that need to be considered and clearly you want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not move forward placing reliance on this information before getting professional advice.

What can I expect to pay for conveyancing in Hawkhurst?

Almost all Hawkhurst conveyancing solicitors will agree to a standard fee. In the event that further work become due during the conveyancing your property lawyer must disclose to you in writing of any additional charges for such work as soon as it becomes foreseeable. Some firms may agree not to charge a fee if the deal falls through, others will levy an bill for a fraction of the agreed charges, depending on the stage at which the conveyancing does not proceed.

It is advisable to obtain various firms to send you a quotation.