Is there a reason to appoint a Wantage conveyancing practice given that web based alternatives are so much cheaper?

Its a good idea to compare conveyancing costs in Wantage and you should seek an affordable quote but don’t become consumed with sourcing the cheapest Wantage conveyancer. Finding the right conveyancer can mark the difference between a seamless and a distressing home move. You need to ensure that you have expert advice from an experienced solicitor. An e-mail can never take the place of a telephone call and are no substitute for a one to one appointment. Our partner firms will allocate you a qualified and top rated conveyancing solicitor that will handle your conveyancing from beginning to end, providing a level of personalised service that you will never get with an web based conveyancer. He or She will update you as to headway and keep you informed. Should you need to phone the firm you will know who you need to speak to and they will ensure you are in the know.

I own a freehold premises in Wantage yet charged rent, why is this and what is this?

It is rare for properties in Wantage and has limited impact for conveyancing in Wantage but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.

Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges date back hundreds of years, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the creation of fresh rentcharges post 1977.

Old rentcharges can now be extinguished by making a lump sum payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence post 2037 will be extinguished.

I moved into my home on 4 May and my personal details is yet to be on the land registry website. Should I be concerned? My conveyancing solicitor in Wantage expressed confidence that it should be dealt with in a couple of weeks. Are properties in Wantage uniquely lengthy to register?

As far as conveyancing in Wantage is concerned, registration is no quicker or slower than anywhere else in the country. As opposed to being determined by geographic area, timeframes can vary according to who lodges the application, whether it is in order and if the Land registry need to notify any interested persons or bodies. Currently roughly 80% of submission are completed within 12 days but occasionally there can be longer hold-ups. Historically registration occurs after the buyer is living at the premises therefore an expedited registration is not usually top priority but if there is a degree of urgency associated with the registration then you or your solicitor should communicate with the Registry to express the reasoning for an expedited registration.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold element on a house I have offered on two weeks back in what was supposed to be a quick, no chain conveyancing. Wantage is where the house is located. Can you shed any light on this issue?

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

My company is looking to lease a unit on the high street. Can you recommend solicitors offering competitive charges for non-domestic conveyancing in Wantage for under £2000?

We are happy to recommend firms who have an in-depth of experience of commercial conveyancing in Wantage, including the disposal and acquisition of businesses as well as simply property. Whether you are intending to acquire or dispose of a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail premises or a whole business we will put you in touch with the right firm. Regarding the fees this will depend on the structure and complexity of the deal. Let us have your contact information or phone us so that we may provide you with a detailed commercial conveyancing quote.