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Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Thornton Heath

I hired a Thornton Heath based solicitor for our conveyancing in Thornton Heath recently. Upon checking the small print I seeI am responsible for fees even if the sale doesn't happen. Should I ditch them and instruct an internet firm offering no move no charge conveyancing in Thornton Heath?

It is usually a trade off in that if "No Completion No Fee" is offered then the conveyancing charges will generally be higher to neutralise those cases that do not go ahead. Also remember that such promotions generally do not cover expenses by way of example Thornton Heath conveyancing search fees.

There are numerous conveyancing solicitors in Thornton Heath but how do I know who I should use?

Do not opt for the lowest Thornton Heath conveyancing costs illustration. You really do get what you’re paying for when it comes to property lawyers. A cheap quote may mean that the conveyancing solicitor is handling a lot of jobs at one time and you won’t get the quality of service and the attention that you need. It is, however, wise to use a conveyancer who has a fixed fee on a no sale, no fee basis. This way, you go into the conveyancing with your eyes wide open.

When it comes to lenders such as Co-operative, do Thornton Heath conveyancing practitioners face a fee to be on the list of approved solicitors?

We are unaware of any mortgage company fees to register on their list of approved firms, although some do charge an administration fee to deal with the processing of the conveyancing panel submission.

I am purchasing a property in Thornton Heath. One unusual aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. Solicitors conducting should look into this right? Will my lender Clydesdale be concerned?

Given that you are obtaining a mortgage with Clydesdale your lawyer must check the formal instructions outlined in Section 2 of UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook for Clydesdale. The CML Handbook includes minimum specifications for solar panel roof-space leases, and solicitors are required to report to Clydesdale where a lease fails to comply with these conditions. The provisions relate to the installation of panels on properties nationwide and is not isolated to Thornton Heath.

The estate agent has sent us the confirmation of our purchase of a new build flat in Thornton Heath. Conveyancing is a frightening process 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 conveyancing.

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

    Investor purchasers must be able to freely grant unsecured tenancies at market rents without requiring any consents. Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier? Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. If there are lifts in the building, please confirm that the owners of flats on the ground and basement floors will not be required to contribute towards the cost of maintenance and renewal.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold element on a property I put an offer in two weeks back in what was supposed to be a simple, chain free conveyancing. Thornton Heath is where the house is located. Can you shed any light on this issue?

Flying freeholds in Thornton Heath are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Thornton Heath you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds diligently. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Thornton Heath 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 residence.

In what way does the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 affect my commercial offices in Thornton Heath and how can you help?

The 1954 Act affords security of tenure to commercial leaseholders, giving them the a statutory right to apply to court for a continuation of occupancy at the end of an expired lease. There are limited grounds where a landlord can refrain from granting a lease renewal and the rules are involved. Fees are different for commercial conveyancing. Thornton Heath is one of the numerous areas of the UK in which our lawyers are based

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