Last June we completed a house move in New Rossington. We have since encountered a number of issues with the property which we suspect were missed in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? Can you clarify the type of searches that should have been conducted for conveyancing in New Rossington?

It is not clear from the question as to the nature of the problems and if they are relate to conveyancing in New Rossington. Conveyancing searches and investigations initiated during the legal transfer of property are designed to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a seller completes a document called a Seller’s Property Information Form. If the information is misleading, you could possibly take legal action against the owner for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in New Rossington.

About to purchase a new build apartment in New Rossington. Conveyancing is daunting at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build legal work.

Set out below are examples of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you can expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in New Rossington

Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier? Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision. The Vendor must covenant to keep unsold units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. Please confirm the Lease plans are surveyor prepared.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold element on a property I have offered on two weeks back in what was supposed to be a quick, no chain conveyancing. New Rossington is the location of the property. Can you shed any light on this issue?

Flying freeholds in New Rossington are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside New Rossington you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds very carefully. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in New Rossington 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.

I was recommended by a number of selling agents in New Rossington to find a property lawyer using your seach tool. What’s the financial advantage for Estate Agents to recommend your services ahead of alternative conveyancing organisations?

We don’t make any commission for sending work in our direction. We thought it would be too underhand a fee as home movers will think, ‘Why is the agent getting a kickback? Why aren’t I receiving any benefit too?’ So we decided to step away from that.

I am 14 days into a residential purchase having been directed to conveyancers by the selling agent to carry out the conveyancing in New Rossington. We are not happy. Could you you assist me in finding new solicitors?

A lawyer would need to be very poor in order to consider replacing them. Has the mortgage offer been issued? If so you must advise them of the new contact details and ensure the offer are re-sent. Your new solicitor ideally should be on the lenders approved list to avoid supplemental fees and delays. So that should be your starting point. Our search tool should assist you in finding a lender approved conveyancer for your conveyancing in New Rossington