We are close to exchanging contracts on the sale of our home in Robertsbridge and according to the buyers it appears that there is a risk of it being constructed land that was not decontaminated. Any high street Robertsbridge lawyer would know this is not the case. It does beg the question why the buyers used a web based conveyancing outfit as opposed to a conveyancing solicitor in Robertsbridge. We have lived in Robertsbridge for 5 years we know of no issue. Should we get in touch with our local Authority to obtain confirmation that the buyers are looking for.

It would appear that you have a conveyancing solicitor already. Are they able to advise? You must check with your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out life insurance to cover that same sickness)

I decided to have a survey completed on a property in Robertsbridge ahead of retaining conveyancers. I have been told that there is a flying freehold overhang to the property. Our surveyor has said that some mortgage companies will refuse to give a mortgage on such a house.

It varies from the lender to lender. Lloyds has different requirements from Birmingham Midshires. If you contact us we can look into this further with the relevant bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Robertsbridge. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.

I'm refinancing my current home to a buy to let loan with HSBC Bank and I will use the ballance of the raised equity towards further house. The location we are talking about is Robertsbridge. Will your solicitors be able to act for the two banks and link together the two deals?

Do use our comparison tool on this page to be sure that the conveyancers are approved by both lenders. On the basis that they are the lawyer should be able to connect the two deals but you should talk with you conveyancer and specify your desired outcome and needs.

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

The lease governs the relationship between the landlord and you the flat owner; in particular, it will set out if subletting is not allowed, or permitted but only subject to certain conditions. The rule is that if the lease contains no expres ban or restriction, subletting is permitted. The majority of leases in Robertsbridge do not contain an absolute prevention of subletting – such a provision would undoubtedly devalue the property. In most cases there is a basic requirement that the owner notifies the freeholder, possibly supplying a duplicate of the sublease.

I am the registered owner of a split level flat in Robertsbridge, conveyancing formalities finalised half a dozen years ago. Can you let me have an estimate of the premium that my landlord can legally expect in return for granting a renewal of my lease? Similar properties in Robertsbridge with over 90 years remaining are worth £186,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £55 per annum. The lease ceases on 21st October 2076

With just 52 years left to run we estimate the price of your lease extension to range between £29,500 and £34,000 as well as plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.

The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to supply a more accurate figure without more comprehensive due diligence. Do not use the figures in tribunal or court proceedings. There are no doubt additional concerns that need to be considered and you obviously should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not move forward placing reliance on this information before getting professional advice.

I see that you have a post code search directory identifying firms on the mortgage company conveyancing panel. Do Robertsbridge conveyancing firms pay you a commission if I appoint them for my house purchase?

We are a listing service only for law firms wishing to communicate if they are on the mortgage company conveyancing panel or other lender panels. We do not charge referral fees to the any conveyancer that you subsequently appoint for your conveyancing in Robertsbridge.