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Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Kent

Just contacted my conveyancing lawyer in Kent who conducted the legals two years ago requesting a conveyancing quote based on the same type of house move (a leasehold property and a freehold property) of similar values with a loan from Barnsley Building Society. It looks as though am now being quoted twice the amount. Am I right to be tempted to shop around for an alternative firm of conveyancing solicitor?

The estimate does seem a little overpriced. If you you were to look around you may be able to shave off some of the cost by perhaps £100 plus VAT. On the other hand, if you were satisfied with the assistance the firm gave you couldcome to rue choosing an an unknown conveyancer. Remember to ensure the firm can act for Barnsley Building Society. Do use our search tool to get a quote a Kent conveyancing firm on the Barnsley Building Society approved list of lawyers, which can often include conveyancing solicitors in Kent.

Can the conveyancing lawyers that you recommend handle right to buy conveyancing in Kent?

We have identified plenty of conveyancing specialists carrying out right to buy conveyancing matters Do e-mail us with a view to secure a conveyancing quote.

I have 70 years unexpired on my lease and need a lease extension for my flat in Kent. Conveyancing solicitors on the Platform panel can deal with such extensions correct?

Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are obtaining a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Platform have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 22/10/2024 the requirements read as follows :

Minimum 85 years unexpired from completion, except where the mortgage application is pursuant to Platform's participation in the Government's Help to Buy Shared Equity scheme, in which case (a) the unexpired lease term must not be less than 250 years for new-build houses and not less than 125 years for new-build flats and (b) ground rent must be reasonable at all times and any escalation must be linked to RPI (Retail Price Index) or a similar index.

I need to find a conveyancing solicitor for residential conveyancing in Kent. I happened to discover a site which seems to have the ideal answer If there is a chance to get all the legals done via web that would be preferable. Do I need to be concerned? 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?

There are numerous properties in Kent on private lanes. I am acquiring such a house. Are there any benefits to purchasing a house on a private road?

Kent conveyancing solicitors will be familiar with dealing homeson unadopted roads. The lawyer should review the title to find any rights or liabilities. In many cases there is a management company (wholly owned by residents) that proprietors make annual payments for the upkeep of the road. Where one exists, the road will likely be maintained and appear nicer than publicly adopted.

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