Can you recommend a Norwich and Peterborough Building Society accepted Stapleford conveyancing practice who can have us moved in within 28 days? Would it be better to use a high street Stapleford conveyancer or an internet comparison site?

We can recommend some very good Stapleford conveyancing firms. Another option is to visit the main road in Stapleford. Go in to a couple of firms and ask to see a conveyancing solicitor for a quote. Discuss your requirements together with the reasons and get a commitment on your deadline. Choose the lawyer that genuine.

Why is leasehold purchase conveyancing in Stapleford is more expensive?

In short, leasehold conveyancing in Stapleford and Nottinghamshire usually necessitates more hours of investigation compared to freehold transactions. This includes checking the lease terms, communicating with the landlord concerning serving appropriate notices, procuring current service charge and management information, procuring the freeholder’s consents and reviewing management accounts. The obligations on both the landlord and the tenant in the lease need to be studied by the buyer’s conveyancing team and read from beginning to end – regardless of the fact the lease has passed through many different property solicitors hands since it was first granted.

Due to the advice of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Stapleford before retaining solicitors. I have been told that there is a flying freehold element to the property. The surveyor advised that some banks will refuse to grant a mortgage on a flying freehold house.

It varies from the lender to lender. Santander has different instructions for example to Birmingham Midshires. If you call us we can check with the appropriate bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Stapleford. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Stapleford especially if they are accustomed to such properties in Stapleford.

I am thinking of appointing a conveyancing lawyer in Stapleford for my home move. Is it possible to review a firm’s complaints history with the legal regulator?

One can find published Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations arising from inquisitions started on or after 1 January 2008. Go to Check a solicitor's record. For records about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a firm's history, telephone 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. For non-uk callers, use +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator could recorded call for training reasons.

I am hoping to put an offer on a small detached house that seems to meet my requirements, at a reasonable price which is making it more attractive. I have just discovered that the title is leasehold rather than freehold. I am assuming that there are particular concerns buying a leasehold house in Stapleford. Conveyancing solicitors have are about to be appointed. Will my lawyers set out the risks of buying a leasehold house in Stapleford ?

The majority of houses in Stapleford are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local solicitor used to dealing with such properties who can help the conveyancing process. We note that you are buying in Stapleford in which case you should be looking for a Stapleford conveyancing practitioner and be sure that they have experience in advising on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the number of years remaining. Being a tenant you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want with the house. The lease comes with conditions such as requiring the landlord’spermission to conduct changes to the property. You may also be required to pay a service charge towards the upkeep of the estate where the house is part of an estate. Your lawyer will appraise you on the various issues.

Stapleford Leasehold Conveyancing - A selection of Queries before Purchasing

Does the lease have onerous restrictions? Is anyone aware of any major works anticipated that could add a premium to the service fees?