I have given 2 months notice to my existing landlord and have to be out of my rented flat in St Columb by 27/11/2025. Conveyancing for my house purchase is underway. How realistic is it to complete in three weeks as I wish to avoid having to find short term accommodation?

Generally one should not give notice on a rental unless you have exchanged. Assuming that you have not previously done so, notify to your solicitor and ask them to they chase the other side, try to an agreed time frame that all parties will work to achieve

I am buying a new build apartment in St Columb. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build legal work.

Here are examples of a few leasehold new build enquiries that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in St Columb

Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier? There must be mutual enforceability of lessee’s covenants. The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry.

Given that I will soon part with hundreds of thousands of pounds on a property in St Columb I would like to have a conversation with the lawyer about myhome move ahead of giving the go ahead to the firm. Can this be arranged?

Absolutely - we would be pleased to talk to you we do not take any clients on without you first talking to the lawyer due to be conducting your property ownership legalities in St Columb.There is no ‘factory style conveyancing’ - each client is unique individual, not a matter reference. The solicitors that we put you in touch with believe that the fees you are calculated and presented to you for residential conveyancing in St Columb should be the amount on the final invoice that you end up paying.

In searching the world wide web for the phrase on line conveyancing in St Columb it shows results of numerous solicitorsin the vicinity. How do I determine which is the right solicitor for purchase transaction?

The best method of seeking the right conveyancer is through a trusted recommendation, so enquire of friends and family who have purchased a property in St Columb or the local estate agent or mortgage broker. Fees for conveyancing in St Columb differ, so it's a good idea to secure a minimum of three estimates from varying types of law firms. Dont forget to clarify that the costs are assured not to rise.

Planning to sign contracts shortly on a basement flat in St Columb. Conveyancing lawyers assured me that they are sending me a report within the next couple of days. Are there areas in the report that I should be focusing on?

The report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in St Columb should include some of the following:

Details of the parties to the lease, e.g. these could be the tennant, superior lessor, freeholder Information as to the provision as set out in the lease to pay service charges - in relation to the building, and the wider rights a tenant has The landlord’s rights to access the premises. You should be made aware that your landlord has rights of access as well as be informed how much notice must be provided. The physical extent of the property. This could be the property itself but might include a roof space or cellar if applicable. Defining your legal entitlements in respect of the communal areas in the block.For example, does the lease contain a right of way over a path or hallways?

I bought a studio flat in St Columb, conveyancing formalities finalised in 2001. Can you give me give me an indication of the likely cost of a lease extension? Comparable properties in St Columb with a long lease are worth £176,000. The ground rent is £50 invoiced annually. The lease runs out on 21st October 2105

With 80 years remaining on your lease we estimate the price of your lease extension to span between £8,600 and £9,800 as well as plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.

The figure above a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we cannot give you the actual costs in the absence of comprehensive due diligence. You should not use the figures in tribunal or court proceedings. There are no doubt additional concerns that need to be taken into account and clearly you should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not take any other action placing reliance on this information without first seeking the advice of a professional.