We are purchasing our first house. The lawyer has contact usto check if we wish to purchase extra conveyancing searches. We are really unsure what's appropriate for conveyancing in Radcliffe on Trent

The scope of Radcliffe on Trent conveyancing searches depends entirely on the property, the location, the possibility of any of these risks, your familiarity of the area and risks, your general attitude to risk. What is important is that you properly comprehend what information each search could supply. You may then decide if you personally think you need that search. If uncertain, ask the conveyancing practitioner to advise.

I am helping my aunt sell her flat in Radcliffe on Trent. Will the solicitor order an energy performance certificate or do I organise this?

Following the abolition of Home Information Packs, energy assessments was retained a required component of moving property. An energy performance certificate should be to hand in advance of the property being placed on the market. This is not something that law firms normally organise. Where you are instructing a Radcliffe on Trent conveyancing practitioner they might be able to arrange EPC’s given their relationships with reputable Radcliffe on Trent accredited person

My husband and I have arranged a further advance on our home loan from Lloyds as we intend to carry out a loft conversion to our home in Radcliffe on Trent. Are we obliged to select a nearby Radcliffe on Trent solicitor on the Lloyds conveyancing panel to deal with the paperwork?

Lloyds don't usually require firms on their conveyancing panel to handle such a matter. If they do require any legal work then you would need to ensure that such a lawyer was on the Lloyds conveyancing panel.

We have agreed to purchase a house in Radcliffe on Trent. An unusual aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. Barclays have issued a mortgage offer so presumably this is not a concern to them. Why is my solicitor raising questions about the panel?

Given that your lender is Barclays your lawyer must follow the conveyancing instructions outlined in Section 2 of UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook for Barclays. The Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook includes minimum specifications for solar panel roof-space leases, and lawyers are required to report to Barclays where a lease fails to satisfy these requirements. The specifications relate to the installation of panels on properties countrywide and is not limited to Radcliffe on Trent.

How does conveyancing in Radcliffe on Trent differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build or newly converted property in Radcliffe on Trent come to us having been asked by the developer to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the residence is constructed. This is because developers in Radcliffe on Trent usually purchase the site, 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 Radcliffe on Trent or who has acted in the same development.

I am using a search engine for the words on line conveyancing in Radcliffe on Trent it reveals numerous property lawyersin the vicinity. With so much choice what is the best way to find the right conveyancer for purchase transaction?

The ideal way of finding the right conveyancer is via trusted testimonial, so ask friends and those you trust who have bought a property in Radcliffe on Trent or the local estate agent or financial adviser. Costs for conveyancing in Radcliffe on Trent differ, so it's sensible to obtain at least four quotes from different conveyancers. Be sure to obtain confirmation that the fees are fixed.

Back In 2003, I bought a leasehold house in Radcliffe on Trent. Conveyancing and Barclays mortgage went though with no issue. A letter has just been received from someone claiming to own the reversionary interest in the property. Attached was a ground rent demand for rent dating back to 1995. The conveyancing solicitor in Radcliffe on Trent who previously acted has long since retired. Any advice?

First make enquiries of the Land Registry to be sure that the individual purporting to own the freehold is indeed the registered owner of the freehold reversion. There is no need to incur the fees of a Radcliffe on Trent conveyancing solicitor to do this as you can do this on the Land Registry website for a few pound. You should note that regardless, even if this is the rightful freeholder, under the Limitation Act 1980 the limitation period for recovery of ground rent is six years.

I own a 1 bedroom flat in Radcliffe on Trent, conveyancing was carried out 4 years ago. Can you work out an approximate cost of a lease extension? Corresponding properties in Radcliffe on Trent with an extended lease are worth £222,000. The ground rent is £50 per annum. The lease ceases on 21st October 2095

You have 71 years unexpired the likely cost is going to be between £9,500 and £11,000 plus legals.

The figure that we have given is a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we cannot give you the actual costs in the absence of comprehensive due diligence. Do not use the figures in tribunal or court proceedings. There are no doubt other issues that need to be taken into account and you obviously want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not move forward based on this information before seeking the advice of a professional.