My partner and I are nearing an exchange on a flat in Romford and my mum and dad have transferred the exchange deposit to my conveyancer. I am now told that as the deposit has been received from someone other than me my conveyancer needs to disclose this to my mortgage company. Apparently, in also acting for the mortgage company he must advise them that the balance of the purchase price is coming from anyone other than me. I disclosed to the bank concerning my parents' contribution when I applied for the home loan, so is it really appropriate for this now to hold matters up?

The property lawyer is duty bound to check with the bank to ensure that they are aware that the balance of the purchase price is not from your own resources. The solicitor can only reveal this to your bank if you permit them to, failing which, your lawyer must cease to continue acting.

I am intent on selling our home in Romford and according to the buyers it appears that there is a possibility that the property was built on contaminated land. A local conveyancer would know that there is no such problem. It does beg the question why the buyers used a web based conveyancing firm rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Romford. Having lived in Romford for three years we know that this is a non issue. Is it a good idea to get in touch with our local Authority to get clarification that the buyers are looking for.

It would appear that you have a conveyancing solicitor already. Are they able to advise? You must check with 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 health insurance to cover that same illness)

The estate agent has sent us the confirmation of our purchase of a new build flat in Romford. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build legal work.

Set out below is a sample of a few leasehold new build questions that you may expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Romford

The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier? If there are lifts in the building, please confirm that the owners of flats on the ground and basement floors will not be required to contribute towards the cost of maintenance and renewal. Please confirm the Lease plans are architect prepared.

My business partner and I are looking to lease a unit on the high street. Can you recommend solicitors offering no-move-no costs for commercial conveyancing in Romford for less than 1500k?

We are happy to recommend firms who have well rounded knowledge of commercial conveyancing in Romford, including the sale and acquisition of businesses as well as simply premises. If you are hoping to purchase or lease a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail premises or a whole business we will find you the right lawyer. Regarding the charges this will depend on the structure and nuances of the deal. Let us have your contact information or telephone us so that we can supply you with a fixed commercial conveyancing quote.

In my capacity as executor for the estate of my aunt I am disposing of a residence in Newport but live in Romford. My conveyancer (approximately 260 kilometers awayrequires that I sign a statutory declaration before completion. Could you suggest a conveyancing practitioner in Romford who can witness this legal document for me?

Technically speaking you should not need to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Ordinarily or notary public or qualified solicitor will be fine regardless of whether they are Romford based