About to place a bid on a leasehold apartment in Whiteley. The property agents advise that it is normal for flats in Whiteley to have less than 75 years remaining. I am getting a mortgage with Platform. Is this going to be acceptable if the lease has 72 years to go.
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are obtaining a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Platform have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 28/10/2024 the requirements read as follows :
I have been on the look out for a ground for flat up to £305k and identified one close by in Whiteley I like with amenity areas and station in the vicinity, however it only has 61 years unexpired on the lease. I can't really find anything else in Whiteley suitable, so just wondered if I would be making a mistake buying a short lease?
Should you need a home loan that many years will likely be problematic. Discount the price by the anticipated lease extension will cost if not already taken into account. If the existing proprietor has owned the premises for a minimum of 2 years you may ask them to commence the lease extension formalities and pass it to you. You can add 90 years to the existing lease term with a zero ground rent applied. You should consult your conveyancing solicitor about this.
I have been pointed in your direction by a couple of local selling agents in Whiteley to find a property lawyer using your seach tool. Is there a financial upside for Estate Agents to promote your lawyers over a competitor’s?
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My step-father has suggested that I instruct his lawyers for conveyancing in Whiteley. Should I choose my own solicitor?
No doubt the ideal way to choose a conveyancing solicitor is to seek recommendations from friends or family who have actually previously instructed the firm that you are are thinking of instructing.
Do I have to attend the offices of the bank conveyancing panel solicitor to execute the legal charge? If so, I will instruct a firm who offer conveyancing in Whiteley so that I can attend their offices when needed.
As opposed to ten years ago, most lenders no longer require their conveyancing panel solicitor to witness the borrowers signature. You will still be obliged to provide ID Documents and there are still distinct advantages to using a local solicitor, in your case a conveyancing solicitor in Whiteley.