We are purchasing a house and the conveyancer has referenced Chancel Repair to which the property may be obligated to pay as it falls into the area of such a church. He has recommended insurance. Is this really required for conveyancing in Eastwood

Unless a previous acquisition of the house took place post 12 October 2013 you can take it that lawyers handling conveyancing in Eastwood to remain encouraging a chancel search and or insurance against a claim.

How does conveyancing in Eastwood differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build premises in Eastwood approach us having been asked by the housebuilder to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is constructed. This is because house builders in Eastwood typically buy the real estate, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct conveyancing solicitors as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are accustomed to new build conveyancing in Eastwood or who has acted in the same development.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I put an offer in two weeks back in what should have been a quick, chain free conveyancing. Eastwood is where the house is located. What do you suggest?

Flying freeholds in Eastwood are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Eastwood you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds thoroughly. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Eastwood 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.

In surfing the world wide web for the phrase cheap conveyancing in Eastwood it shows results of many property lawyersin the area. With so much choice what is the best way to find the right conveyancing solicitor for my move?

The best way of seeking a suitable conveyancer is through a personal testimonial, so ask friends and those you trust who have bought a property in Eastwood or a reputable estate agent or mortgage broker. Charges for conveyancing in Eastwood vary, so it's a good idea to secure a minimum of four quotes from different property lawyers. Be sure to obtain confirmation what costs in the quote includes.

My partner and I may need to let out our Eastwood ground floor flat temporarily due to taking a sabbatical. We instructed a Eastwood conveyancing practice in 2001 but they have since shut and we did not think at the time seek any guidance as to whether the lease allows us to sublet. How do we find out?

Some leases for properties in Eastwood do contain a provision to say that subletting is only permitted with prior consent from the landlord. The landlord is not entitled to unreasonably refuse but, in such cases, they would need to see references. Experience suggests that problems are usually caused by unsatisfactory tenants rather than owner-occupiers and for that reason you can expect the freeholder to take up the references and consider them carefully before granting consent.

I acquired a studio flat in Eastwood, conveyancing formalities finalised in 2004. Can you let me have an estimate of the premium that my landlord can legally expect in return for granting a renewal of my lease? Comparable flats in Eastwood with an extended lease are worth £222,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £50 charged once a year. The lease ceases on 21st October 2095

You have 70 years left to run the likely cost is going to be between £9,500 and £11,000 as well as professional fees.

The suggested premium range that we have given is a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to advice on the actual costs in the absence of comprehensive due diligence. Do not use this information in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There are no doubt additional issues that need to be taken into account and clearly you want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not move forward placing reliance on this information without first getting professional advice.