Can your site be used to locate a Conveyancing solicitor in Leek even if I’m not purchasing or selling a house, for example where I want to buy an office in Leek with a loan from TSB?

Our search tool is predominantly used to help choose domestic conveyancing solicitors in Leek but we have set out towards the end of this page some Leek commercial conveyancing firms. You should enquire with the company directly to see if they are also authorised to represent TSB

How does conveyancing in Leek differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build residence in Leek contact us having been asked by the housebuilder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is ready to move into. This is because builders in Leek tend to 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 property lawyers 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 Leek or who has acted in the same development.

What does commercial conveyancing in Leek cover?

Non domestic conveyancing in Leek covers a wide array of advice, provided by qualified solicitors, relating to business property. By way of example, this type of conveyancing can cover the sale or purchase of freehold business premises or, more commonly, the assignment of existing leases or the drafting of new leasing arrangements. Commercial conveyancing solicitors can also offer advice on the sale of business assets, commercial mortgages and the termination of tenancies.

I would like to sublet my leasehold apartment in Leek. Conveyancing solicitor who did the purchase is retired - so can't ask him. Is permission from the freeholder required?

Some leases for properties in Leek do contain a provision to say that subletting is only permitted with prior consent from the landlord. The landlord cannot unreasonably withhold but, in such cases, they would need to see references. Experience dictates that problems are usually caused by unsatisfactory tenants rather than owner-occupiers and for that reason you can expect the freeholder to take up the references and consider them carefully before granting consent.

Leek Leasehold Conveyancing - Sample of Questions you should ask Prior to Purchasing

In the main the cost for major works tend not to be included within service charges, although some managing agents in Leek obliged leaseholders to contribute towards a sinking fund created for the specific purpose of building a fund for major works. The answer will be helpful as a) areas can cause problems for the block as the communal areas may start to deteriorate if services remain unpaid b) if the tenants have a dispute with the running of the building you will wish to know about it Please note if it is less than eighty years it will affect the salability of the apartment. It is worth checking with your mortgage company that they are content with remaining years on the lease. Leases with fewer than 80 years remaining means that you will most likely require a lease extension at some point and it is worth discovering how much this would cost. For most Leeklease extensions you would be be obliged to have owned the premises for two years before you are legally able to extend the lease.

I dont have enough spare funds to pay a 10% deposit on my flat purchase in Leek , but I am anxious exchange. Do I have options?

You can agree a lower deposit. Most vendors will agree to a lesser deposit or even no deposit for a first time buyer or 100% mortgage. Be aware though that if you fail to complete you will still need to hand over a minimum of 10% of the purchase price regardless of how much deposit was agreed.

You can also agree a simultaneous exchange and completion as no deposit is required for this however neither party will be tied in until completion actually takes place and it can be risky if sellers change their mind at the last minute