I am assisting my niece sell her flat in West Byfleet. Will the conveyancing solicitor arrange the energy assessment or it is for me to see to?

After the abolition of Home Packs, energy assessments was left as a compulsory element of selling a property. An EPC needs to be commissioned prior to the property being advertised. It is not a task that conveyancers normally organise. Where you are instructing a West Byfleet conveyancing practitioner they may be willing to arrange energy assessments due to their contacts with reputable local assessors

A relative informed me that in purchasing a property in West Byfleet there could be a number of restrictions limiting what one can do in terms of external changes to a property. Is this right?

We are aware of anumerous of properties in West Byfleet which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to execute external alterations. Part of the conveyancing in West Byfleet should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.

We were going to get a AIP from HSBC this week so we know how much we could potentially offer as otherwise we are dependent on web based calculators (which aren't taking into account credit checks etc). Do HSBC recommend any West Byfleet solicitors on the HSBC conveyancing panel, or is it better to go independently?

You will need to appoint West Byfleet solicitors independently although you'll need to choose one on the HSBC conveyancing panel. The solicitor represents both you and HSBC through the process.

Should commercial conveyancing searches reveal proposed roadworks that may affect a commercial land in West Byfleet?

Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in West Byfleet will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers spend in sourcing accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in West Byfleet. The search result provides definitive information on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in West Byfleet.

For each commercial conveyancing transaction in West Byfleet it is crucial to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. Failure to identify developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately may result in delays to West Byfleet commercial conveyancing transactions as well as present a risk to future intentions for the site. These searches are not ordered for domestic conveyancing in West Byfleet.

I am using a search engine for the term cheap conveyancing in West Byfleet it brings up many conveyancerslocally. How do I determine which is the suitable conveyancing solicitor for purchase transaction?

The ideal method of choosing the right conveyancer is through a trusted referral, so enquire of friends and family who have purchased a property in West Byfleet or a respected estate agent or mortgage broker. Charges for conveyancing in West Byfleet vary, so it's sensible to request at least three quotes from varying types of property lawyers. Make sure that you know that the fees are fixed.

My partner and I may need to sub-let our West Byfleet ground floor flat temporarily due to taking a sabbatical. We used a West Byfleet conveyancing firm in 2004 but they have since shut and we did not have the foresight to seek any guidance as to whether the lease permits subletting. How do we find out?

Even though your previous West Byfleet conveyancing solicitor is no longer available you can check your lease to see if you are permitted to let out the property. The accepted inference is that if the lease is silent, subletting is permitted. There may be a precondition that you are obliged to seek permission via your landlord or other appropriate person prior to subletting. This means that you cannot sublet in the absence of prior permission. The consent should not be unreasonably withheld. If your lease does not allow you to sublet you will need to ask your landlord if they are willing to waive this restriction.

Leasehold Conveyancing in West Byfleet - Examples of Questions you should ask before Purchasing

Who is in charge of the block? You should be aware that where the lease has less than 80 years it will have adverse implications on the value of the apartment. Check with your mortgage company that they are willing to go ahead with the loan given the lease term. Leases with fewer than 80 years remaining means that you will probably have to extend the lease sooner rather than later and you need to have some idea of how much this will be. Remember, in most cases you would need to own the property for two years before you are eligible to carry out a lease extension. It would be prudent to find out as much as you can regarding the company managing the building as they will affect your use and enjoyment of the property. As the proprietor of a leasehold property you are frequently in the clutches of the managing agents from a financial perspective and when it comes to practical issues like the cleanliness of the communal areas. Enquire of prospective neighbours what they think of their management. In conclusion, investigate as to the dates that the maintenance charges are due to the managing agents and precisely what you get for your money.

I yesterday discovered that one of the partners of the conveyancing practice undertaking the purchase conveyancing in West Byfleet is is the mother of the owners that we are buying from. Is this acceptable?

As long as there is no conflict of interest this is permitted. Where you are requiring a mortgage then the bank may have a say as many lenders have specific instructions on this. For example for Lloyds TSB Scotland as of 13/11/2024, the requirements read as follows :