Is there a reason to use a Long Stratton conveyancing practice when national alternatives are more affordable?

To take your time to find get 2 or 3 like-for-like quotes for conveyancing costs in Long Stratton and you should seek an affordable quote but don’t be focused with searching for the cheapest Long Stratton conveyancer. Identifying the right conveyancer can be the distinction between a seamless and a distressing house move. It is important that you ensure that you have expert advice from an experienced lawyer. Emails can't take the place of a telephone call and are no substitute for a face to face consultation. Our partner firms will find you a qualified and top rated conveyancing solicitor who can deal with your conveyancing from beginning to end, providing a level of continuity that you are unlikely to received from an online conveyancer. Our lawyers will inform you as to progress and keep you informed. Should you need to call the office you will know who to ask for and they will ensure you are in the know.

I own a freehold premises in Long Stratton yet charged rent, why is this and what is this?

It is rare for properties in Long Stratton and has limited impact for conveyancing in Long Stratton but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.

Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges have existed for many centuries, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the establishment of fresh rentcharges post 1977.

Previous rentcharges can now be redeemed by making a one off payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence after 2037 will be extinguished.

I am looking to buy a flat and require a conveyancing solicitor in Long Stratton who is on the Norwich and Peterborough Building Society solicitor. Can you recommend a local firm?

Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Norwich and Peterborough Building Society in certain locations such as Long Stratton. We dont recommend any particular firm.

My uncle pointed out to me me that in buying a property in Long Stratton there could be a number of restrictions preventing external alterations to the property. Is this right?

We are aware of anumerous of properties in Long Stratton which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to external alterations. Part of the conveyancing in Long Stratton should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.

My wife and I purchasing a end of terrace house in Long Stratton. We would like to convert the garage to an office at the house.Will legal due diligence on the property include investigations to determine if these alterations are allowed?

Your solicitor should check the registered title as conveyancing in Long Stratton can sometimes reveal restrictions in the title documents which restrict categories of works or require the consent of another owner. Certain additions call for local authority planning permissions and approval under the building regulations. Many locations are designated conservation areas and special planning restrictions apply which frequently prevent or impact extensions. It would be wise to check these issues with a surveyor prior to committing yourself to a purchase.

We have agreed to purchase a house in Long Stratton. An unusual aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. Solicitors conducting should look into this right? Will my lender Kent Reliance be concerned?

As you are obtaining a mortgage with Kent Reliance your lawyer must check the formal requirements set out in Section two of UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook for Kent Reliance. The Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook includes minimum specifications for solar panel roof-space leases, and conveyancing practitioners are required to report to Kent Reliance where a lease fails to meet these provisions. The provisions relate to the installation of panels on properties in England and Wales and is not limited to Long Stratton.

Over the last few months I have been searching for a flat up to £235,500 and found one near me in Long Stratton I like with a park and railway links nearby, however it's only got 51 years on the lease. I can't really find anything else in Long Stratton in this price bracket, so just wondered if I would be making a mistake buying a short lease?

If you need a mortgage the shortness of the lease will likely be problematic. Discount the offer by the expected lease extension will cost if it has not already been discounted. If the existing owner has owned the property for at least 2 years you may ask them to start the process of the extension and then assign it to you. An additional ninety years can be extended on to the current lease term with a zero ground rent applied. You should speak to your conveyancing lawyer concerning this.