My partner and I have just acquired a property in Yelverton. We have noticed several problems with the house which we suspect were overlooked in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? Can you clarify the nature of searches that needed to have been conducted for conveyancing in Yelverton?

It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are relate to conveyancing in Yelverton. Conveyancing searches and investigations undertaken as part of the buying process are designed to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a seller completes a questionnaire called a SPIF. If the information is incorrect, then you may have a claim against the owner for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Yelverton.

We see that you have a post code search directory listing firms on the Barclays conveyancing panel. Do companies pay you a commission if I appoint them for our own conveyancing in Yelverton?

We are a listing service only for law firms wishing to communicate if they are on the Barclays conveyancing panel or other lender panels. We do not charge referral fees to any conveyancer that you subsequently appoint for your conveyancing in Yelverton.

I am purchasing a property and the lawyer has raised the issue of Chancel Repair for which the property could be obligated to contribute to given it’s proximity to the area of such a church. He has recommended insurance. Is this really warranted for conveyancing in Yelverton

Unless a prior purchase of the property completed after 12 October 2013 you may take it that lawyers conducting conveyancing in Yelverton to remain recommending a chancel search and or chancel repair liability policy.

I moved into my house on 11 March and my personal details is not yet registered. Should I be concerned? My conveyancing solicitor in Yelverton expressed confidence that it should be concluded in less than a month. Are titles in Yelverton particularly slow to register?

There is nothing unique when it comes to conveyancing in Yelverton registration formalities. Rather than based on location, timescales can vary according to the party submitting the application, whether there are errors and whether the Land registry communicate with any 3rd parties. Currently approximately three quarters of such applications are fully addressed within 12 days but occasionally there can be longer hold-ups. Registration takes place once the purchaser is living at the property therefore registration formalities is not typically an essential issue yet where it is urgent that the the registration takes place urgently then you or your solicitor can speak with the land registry and explain the circumstances.

I today plan to offer on a house that seems to be perfect, at a reasonable figure which is making it more attractive. I have subsequently been informed that the title is leasehold as opposed to freehold. I would have thought that there are issues buying a leasehold house in Yelverton. Conveyancing lawyers have are soon to be appointed. Will my lawyers set out the implications of buying a leasehold house in Yelverton ?

The majority of houses in Yelverton are freehold and not leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local conveyancer used to dealing with such properties who can help the conveyancing process. It is clear that you are buying in Yelverton in which case you should be looking for a Yelverton conveyancing practitioner and be sure that they have experience in transacting on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the unexpired lease term. As a leaseholder you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want to the property. The lease comes with conditions such as obtaining the landlord’sconsent to carry out alterations. You may also be required to pay a contribution towards the maintenance of the estate where the house is part of an estate. Your conveyancer should advise you fully on all the issues.

Yelverton Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - A selection of Queries Prior to buying

The best form of lease structure is where the freehold title is owned by the leaseholders. In this situation the lessees have control and notwithstanding that a managing agent is frequently employed where the building is larger than a house conversion, the managing agent acts for the leaseholders themselves. Who manages the building? How long is the Lease?