I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold element on a house I put an offer in two weeks back in what was supposed to be a simple, no chain conveyancing. Malden Rushett is the location of the property. What do you suggest?

Flying freeholds in Malden Rushett are rare but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Malden Rushett you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds thoroughly. Your mortgage company may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Malden Rushett may decide 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 what way can the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 affect my business premises in Malden Rushett and how can your lawyers assist?

The 1954 Act provides protection to commercial leaseholders, granting the right to make a request to court for a continuation of occupancy at the end of an expired lease. There are limited grounds where a landlord can refuse a lease renewal and the rules are complex. We are happy to direct you to commercial conveyancing firms who use the act for protection and handle your commercial conveyancing in Malden Rushett

I need to retain a conveyancing solicitor for freehold conveyancing in Malden Rushett. I've land on a web site which seems to have the perfect solution If it is possible to get all the legals done via phone that would be preferable. Do I need to be wary? What are the potential pitfalls?

As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?

Malden Rushett Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Examples of Questions you should ask Prior to Purchasing

What is the name of the managing agents? How long is the Lease? In the main the cost for major works tend not to be included within service charges, although there some managing agents in Malden Rushett require tenants to contribute towards a sinking fund and this is used to offset against major works.

How easy is it to change a solicitor as I need to find a Malden Rushett based conveyancer who is on the lender conveyancing panel. Is it practical to instruct different lawyers?

If you haven't yet instructed a conveyancer to do anything for you and at this stage simply received quotes, you're perfectly free to choose a different solicitor to carry out your work for you. The best way is to get recommendations from friends or family who have actually used the solicitor or conveyancer in Malden Rushett that you're considering.