We note that you have a search directory listing law firms on the Virgin Money conveyancing panel. Do companies pay you a commission if I instruct them for our conveyancing in Spondon?

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

How does conveyancing in Spondon differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build property in Spondon approach us having been asked by the housebuilder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the residence is completed. This is because builders in Spondon tend to buy the land, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct conveyancers as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are accustomed to new build conveyancing in Spondon or who has acted in the same development.

Due to the input of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Spondon in advance of retaining conveyancers. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold aspect to the house. Our surveyor has said that some mortgage companies may not issue a mortgage on a flying freehold premises.

It depends who your proposed lender is. Bank of Scotland has different requirements for example to Halifax. 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 help as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Spondon. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.

In sourcing the web for the term on line conveyancing in Spondon it shows results of numerous solicitorslocally. With so much choice what is the best way to find the right conveyancing solicitor for me?

The best way of finding a suitable conveyancer is through a trusted referral, so enquire of colleagues and relatives who have acquired a property in Spondon or a respected estate agent or mortgage broker. Charges for conveyancing in Spondon vary, so it's advisable to obtain a minimum of three quotes from varying types of property lawyers. Be sure to obtain confirmation what costs in the quote includes.

Back In 2003, I bought a leasehold house in Spondon. Conveyancing and Barclays mortgage organised. I have received a letter from someone saying they have taken over the freehold. Attached was a demand for arrears of ground rent dating back to 1993. The conveyancing practitioner in Spondon who acted for me is not around. What should I do?

First make enquiries of the Land Registry to make sure that the individual purporting to own the freehold is in fact the new freeholder. It is not necessary to instruct a Spondon conveyancing firm to do this as you can do this on the Land Registry website for less than a fiver. Rest assured that in any event, even if this is the legitimate landlord, under the Limitation Act 1980 the limitation period for recovery of ground rent is six years.

Spondon Leasehold Conveyancing - Sample of Queries Prior to Purchasing

What is the name of the managing agents? The answer will be important as a) areas could cause problems in the building as the common areas may start to deteriorate where maintenance are not paid for b) if the tenants have a dispute with the running of the building you will wish to know about it Its a good idea to find out as much as you can regarding the company managing the building as they will either make living at the property much simpler or a lot more difficult. As the owner of a leasehold property you are often in the clutches of the managing agents both financially and when it comes to every day matters like the upkeep of the common parts. Enquire of other people what they think of their service. In conclusion, be sure you know the dates that you are obliged pay the maintenance charge to the managing agents and precisely what you get for your money.