Completed the sale of my flat in Stow on the Wold last October yet the purchaser is texting every few hours to moan that their conveyancer is waiting to hear from mine. What are the post completion sale legalities following completion?

Following your house sale your conveyancer is obliged to forward the transfer documentation and all additional paperwork to the purchaser's lawyers. If applicable, your conveyancer must also send confirmation that the home loan has been redeemed to the buyers solicitors. There is unlikely to be post completion tasks unique to conveyancing in Stow on the Wold.

Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly picked up during conveyancing in Stow on the Wold?

Covenants that are restrictive in nature can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the process of conveyancing in Stow on the Wold. An 1874 stipulation that was seen was ‘The houses to be erected on the estate are each to be of a uniform elevation in accordance with the drawings to be prepared or approved by the vendor’s surveyor…’

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I put an offer in a fortnight ago in what was supposed to be a simple, chain free conveyancing. Stow on the Wold is where the house is located. Can you shed any light on this issue?

Flying freeholds in Stow on the Wold are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Stow on the Wold you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds thoroughly. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Stow on the Wold may ascertain that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold property.

In sourcing the world wide web for the words conveyancing in Stow on the Wold it brings up numerous property lawyersin the vicinity. With so much choice what is the best way to find the right conveyancing solicitor for the sale of my house?

The preferential method of seeking a suitable conveyancer is via trusted testimonial, so ask friends and those you trust who have bought a property in Stow on the Wold or the reputable estate agent or financial adviser. Charges for conveyancing in Stow on the Wold vary, so it's a good idea to request at least four fee calculations from different companies. Be sure to secure confirmation that the fees are fixed.

I've found a house that seems to be perfect, at a great price which is making it more attractive. I have subsequently discovered that the title is leasehold as opposed to freehold. I would have thought that there are particular concerns buying a house with a leasehold title in Stow on the Wold. Conveyancing solicitors have are about to be appointed. Will they explain the issues?

Most houses in Stow on the Wold are freehold rather than leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local conveyancer used to dealing with such properties who can assist with the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are purchasing in Stow on the Wold so you should seriously consider shopping around for a Stow on the Wold conveyancing solicitor and check that they are used to transacting on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the number of years remaining. As a tenant you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want with the house. The lease will likely included provisions such as requiring the landlord’spermission to conduct alterations. You may also be required to pay a contribution towards the maintenance of the communal areas where the house is located on an estate. Your lawyer will advise you fully on all the issues.

I acquired a 1 bedroom flat in Stow on the Wold, conveyancing having been completed 1995. Can you shed any light on how much the price could be for a 90 year extension to my lease? Comparable properties in Stow on the Wold with an extended lease are worth £165,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £45 levied per year. The lease runs out on 21st October 50

With 50 years remaining on your lease the likely cost is going to range between £36,100 and £41,800 plus plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.

The suggested premium range that we have given is a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to supply the actual costs in the absence of comprehensive due diligence. Do not use this information in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There may be other issues that need to be taken into account and you obviously should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not take any other action placing reliance on this information before getting professional advice.