I have 7378 less than 75 years unexpired on my lease and need a lease extension for my apartment in Queenborough. Conveyancing solicitors on the Accord Mortgages panel can deal with such extensions right?
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are getting a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Accord Mortgages have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 10/1/2026 the requirements read as follows :
I opted to have a survey done on a house in Queenborough ahead of instructing solicitors. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold element to the house. My surveyor has said that some lenders tend not give a mortgage on a flying freehold property.
It depends who your proposed lender is. Santander has different instructions from Nationwide. Should you wish to call us we can check with the relevant mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Queenborough. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Queenborough especially if they are accustomed to such properties in Queenborough.
Am I right to be concerned that 3rd parties that I am dealing with are suggesting a factory type conveyancing firm as opposed to a local Queenborough conveyancing firm?
As with many service providers, often suggestions from family and friends can be very helpful. Nevertheless there are numerous players in a conveyancing matter; estate agents, financial adviser and mortgage companies might all recommend conveyancers to instruct. Sometimes the conveyancers might be known to one of the organisations as being good in their field, but sometimes there may be a commercial relationship behind the endorsement. You have the discretion to select your preferred lawyer. Don't forget that many banks specify a panel list of lawyers you must use for the lender aspect of your conveyancing.
Is it best to choose a Queenborough conveyancing solicitor in close proximity to the house I am purchasing? We have a good friend who can deal with the legal work but her office is 400kilometers away.
The primary upside of using a high street Queenborough conveyancing practice is that you can pop in to execute documents, present your ID and pester them where appropriate. Having local Queenborough know how is a benefit. However nothing is more important than finding someone that will do a good and efficient job. If if people you trust instructed your friend and they were impressed that must outweigh using an unknown Queenborough conveyancing lawyer just because they are based in the area.
I am purchasing a maisonette and cash is in place. I have provided lawyer with 2 separate proof of photo ID, bank statement, numerous utility bills. Now he needs a copy from a probate lawyer acknowledging that the funds are in order and that it has come from inheritance and not selling fake watches.
In today’s world you will not be able to complete any Queenborough conveyancing transaction without first providing evidence of your identity to your lawyers. This usually takes the form of a either your passport or driving licence and a utility bill. Remember if you are providing your driving licence as evidence of ID it must be both the paper part and photo card part, one is not acceptable without the other. Establishing of your source of funds is required under Money Laundering laws.