I own a freehold house in Corbridge but nevertheless pay rent, why is this and what is this?

It is rare for properties in Corbridge and has limited impact for conveyancing in Corbridge 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 many centuries, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the generation of fresh rentcharges from 1977 onwards.

Previous rentcharges can now be redeemed by making a lump sum payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence after 2037 is to be dispensed with completely.

I am downsizing from our house in Corbridge and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a possibility that the property was constructed land that was not decontaminated. A high street Corbridge lawyer would know that there is no such problem. It does beg the question why the purchasers are using a nationwide conveyancing practice as opposed to a conveyancing solicitor in Corbridge. We have lived in Corbridge for three years we know of no issue. Should we get in touch with our local Authority to get clarification need.

It would appear that you have a conveyancing firm currently acting for you. What do they say? You should enquire of your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out life insurance to cover that same sickness)

Just had an offer accepted on a new build flat in Corbridge. 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 legal work.

Here is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build enquiries that you can expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Corbridge

Please supply a car parking plan. The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? Where there is an Undertaking being granted there is the risk of forfeiture of the Headlease subject to relief if one or more of the Underlessees are willing to accept the original Head Lessee’s obligations as otherwise relief will be denied to the Underlessees. The only alternatives are the Head Lessor agreeing not to forfeit the Headlease or the Head Lessee guaranteeing to the Underlessees that it will not be in breach of the Headlease. The Vendor must covenant to keep unsold units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore.

I am downsizing from my home. My former solicitors has retired. I am in need of a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. Im based in Corbridge if that makes a difference.

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My cousin has suggested that I appoint his conveyancers in Corbridge. Do I follow his guidance?

There are no two ways about it the ideal way to select a conveyancing solicitor is to seek referrals from friends or family who have previously instructed the conveyancer you're considering.