We are intent on selling our property in Llandaff and according to the buyers it appears that there is a possibility that the property was constructed land that was not decontaminated. A high street Llandaff lawyer would know that there is no such problem. It does beg the question why the buyers are using a web based conveyancing outfit rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Llandaff. Having lived in Llandaff for many years we know of no issue. Do we contact our local Authority to get clarification need.

It sounds as though you may have a conveyancing firm already. What do they say? You must 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 ailment)

How does conveyancing in Llandaff differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build premises in Llandaff come to us having been asked by the housebuilder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is ready to move into. This is because new home sellers in Llandaff usually purchase 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 property lawyers 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 used to new build conveyancing in Llandaff or who has acted in the same development.

Taking into account that I am about to part with hundreds of thousands of pounds on a terraced house in Llandaff I wish to talk to a conveyancer about myconveyancing ahead of appointing the firm. Is this something that you can arrange?

We could not agree more - it is our preference to talk to you we do not take any clients on without you liaising with the conveyancer who will be carrying out your conveyancing in Llandaff.There is no ‘factory style conveyancing’ - every client is an important person, not a case reference. The solicitors that we put you in touch with believe that the fees you are provided with for your conveyancing in Llandaff should be the figure that you end up paying.

I've found a house that appears to be perfect, at a great figure which is making it all the more appealing. I have subsequently been informed that it's a leasehold rather than freehold. I am assuming that there are particular concerns purchasing a leasehold house in Llandaff. Conveyancing advisers have are about to be instructed. Will my lawyers set out the implications of buying a leasehold house in Llandaff ?

The majority of houses in Llandaff 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 apparent that you are buying in Llandaff so you should seriously consider shopping around for a Llandaff conveyancing solicitor and be sure that they are used to transacting on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the unexpired lease term. Being a tenant you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want to the property. The lease comes with conditions such as requiring the landlord’sconsent to carry out changes to the property. You may also be required to pay a service charge towards the upkeep of the communal areas where the property is located on an estate. Your conveyancer will appraise you on the various issues.

Leasehold Conveyancing in Llandaff - Sample of Queries before Purchasing

It would be prudent to discover if the the lease includes any onerous restrictions in the lease. By way of example it is very common in Llandaff leases that pets are not permitted in certain buildings in Llandaff. If you love the flatin Llandaff but your cat can’t move with you then you will be faced difficult decision. Are any of leasehold owners in arrears of their service charge payments? The prefered form of lease arrangement is a share of the freehold. In this arrangement the lessees benefit from being in charge if their destiny and notwithstanding that a managing agent is usually retained where it is bigger than a house conversion, the managing agent acts for the leaseholders themselves.

If instructed can a conveyancer remove someone from the title of my property in Llandaff ?

Extracting or adding someone to the title of your home is relatively straightforward. You’ll need to appoint a solicitor to discuss your legal rights before you can proceed with a transfer of property. Contact us to book a free consultation with one a conveyancer