We are close to exchanging contracts on the sale of our property in Swindon and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a possibility that the property was built land that was not decontaminated. A high street Swindon conveyancer would know this is not the case. For the life of me I don't know why the purchasers used an online conveyancing practice as opposed to a conveyancing solicitor in Swindon. We have lived in Swindon for three years we know that this is a non issue. Is it a good idea to contact our local Authority to get confirmation that there is no issue.
It would appear that you have a conveyancing firm already. Are they able to advise? You should 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 life insurance to cover that same sickness)
It has been 2 months following my purchase conveyancing in Swindon took place. I have checked the Land Registry website which shows that I paid £200,000 when infact I paid £180,000. Why the discrepancy?
The price paid figure is taken from the application to register the purchase. It is the figure included in the Transfer (the legal deed which transfers the premises from one person to the other) and referred to as the 'consideration' or purchase price. You can report an error in the price paid figure using the LR online form. In most cases errors result from typos so at first glance the figure. Do report it so they can double check and advise.
How does conveyancing in Swindon differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build premises in Swindon approach us having been asked by the housebuilder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the residence is finished. This is because builders in Swindon 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 conveyancers 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 Swindon or who has acted in the same development.
I have been on the look out for a flat up to £235,500 and found one near me in Swindon I like with open areas and station in the vicinity, however it's only got 51 years unexpired on the lease. There is not much else in Swindon for this price, so just wondered if I would be making a mistake purchasing a short lease?
Should you require a mortgage the remaining unexpired lease term will be a potential deal breaker. Discount the price by the amount the lease extension will cost if not already taken into account. If the existing owner has owned the premises for at least twenty four months you can request that they commence the lease extension formalities and pass it to you. An additional ninety years can be extended on to the current lease term and have £0 ground rent by law. You should consult your conveyancing lawyer concerning this matter.
I require the services of a mortgage company panel solicitor in Swindon. Could you help me?
Unfortunately it’s not apparent why you need a Swindon panel solicitor but in any event, if you can not find one on our search tool you will need to speak directly to the bank to find out which solicitors in Swindon are on their panel . If you do find such a firm in Swindon not listed please direct them to our site to list. After all the cost is only one £1 a month