Would the conveyancing solicitors that you recommend handle attended exchange conveyancing in Peckham?

We do have a number of conveyancing specialists carrying out personalised exchanges. You should contact us to secure a fee calculation and details as to availability.

I purchased a freehold property in Peckham but still pay rent, why is this and what is this?

It is rare for properties in Peckham and has limited impact for conveyancing in Peckham 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 date back hundreds of years, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the establishment of fresh rentcharges from 1977 onwards.

Previous rentcharges can now be extinguished by making a one off payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence after 2037 is to be dispensed with completely.

Are the BSA planning on creating a search tool with a view to to identify firms on the conveyancing panel for example in Peckham?

We would not expect to be advised of any intention on the part of the BSA to develop such a register.

I'm purchasing my first flat in Peckham with a mortgage from . The builders refused to budge the amount so I negotiated five thousand pounds worth of additionals instead. The house builders rep advised me not inform my solicitor about the side-deal as it could impact my mortgage with . Do I keep my lawyer in the dark?.

All lenders require a Disclosure of Incentives Form from the developer of any new build, converted or renovated property, It is available online from the Lenders’ Handbook page on the CML website. CML form is completed and handed to the lender's surveyor when the inspection is done.

Lenders have different policies on incentives. Some accept none at all, cash or physical, while others will accept cash incentives up to 5%.

Hard to understand why the representative of a builder would be suggesting you withold information from a solicitor when all this will be clearly visible on forms the builder has to supply to its solicitor, the buyer's solicitor and the surveyor.

My brother has urged me to appoint his conveyancing solicitors in Peckham. Do I follow his advice?

Much as we are happy to recommend a Peckham conveyancing lawyer it’s preferable to find a conveyancing solicitor is to have referrals from friends or relatives who have actually experience in using the firm that you are considering.