Last August we completed a house move in East Dulwich. We have since encountered a number of issues with the house which we suspect were missed in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? What searches should? have been carried out as part of conveyancing in East Dulwich?
The query is vague as to the nature of the problems and if they are relate to conveyancing in East Dulwich. Conveyancing searches and due diligence initiated during the buying process are carried out to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a seller completes a document known as a SPIF. answers ends up being incorrect, you may have a misrepresentation claim against the seller 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 East Dulwich.
Is there a reason why leasehold purchase conveyancing in East Dulwich costs more?
East Dulwich leasehold conveyancing transactions usually involve additional investigations than freeholds including investigating the Lease, liaising with the Landlord such as serving relevant notices on the Landlord or managing agent, obtaining up-to-date service charge and management information, obtaining Landlord’s consents and reviewing management accounts and formation documents.
I am due to move house in February. Does my conveyancing solicitor liaise with the removal company on the completion day. As an aside, can you suggest a removal company in East Dulwich. Conveyancing firm was found before I stumbled across your website.
On the afternoon of completion you can collect the keys from your property agent but this should only take place when the previous owners solicitors advise the agent that they have the completion monies and the keys can be handed over. After that you should inform the removal men that you are ready to move in. We do not suggest a specific removal company but can assist you in locating a residential property solicitor in East Dulwich or a firm with expertise in conveyancing in East Dulwich.
I am purchasing a 4 bedroom semi-detached house in East Dulwich. The intention is to carry out an extension to the side at the property.Will legal conveyancing on the property include investigations to see if these alterations are allowed?
Your conveyancer should check the registered title as conveyancing in East Dulwich will sometimes identify restrictions in the title documents which prohibit categories of changes or require the consent of another owner. Some extensions need local authority planning consent and approval under the building regulations. Certain locations are designated conservation areas and special planning restrictions apply which often prevent or impact extensions. It would be wise to check these things with a surveyor ahead of any purchase.
I am purchasing a property in East Dulwich. One unusual aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. Solicitors conducting should look into this right? Will my lender RBS be concerned?
Given that your lender is RBS your lawyer must follow the conveyancing instructions outlined in Part 2 of UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook for RBS. The Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook includes minimum conditions for solar panel roof-space leases, and lawyers are required to report to RBS where a lease does not meet these specifications. The specifications relate to the installation of panels on properties nationwide and is not limited to East Dulwich.
My father-in-law has encouraged me to instruct his conveyancing solicitors in East Dulwich. Should I use them?
No doubt the ideal way to choose a conveyancing lawyer is to have feedback from friends or relatives who have used the solicitor you're are thinking of instructing.
Do I have to have a meeting at the offices of the mortgage company conveyancing panel solicitor to sign the legal charge? If so, I will instruct a firm who offer conveyancing in East Dulwich as it will be easier to pop in to their offices if required.
Whereas this was necessary twenty years ago, most lenders no longer require their conveyancing panel solicitor to witness the borrowers signature. You will still be obliged to provide ID Documents and there are still distinct advantages to using a local solicitor, in your case a conveyancing solicitor in East Dulwich.