Last October we completed a house move in Barnard Castle. We have noticed several issues with the property which we believe were overlooked in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? Can you clarify the type of searches that needed to have been carried out as part of conveyancing in Barnard Castle?

It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are relate to conveyancing in Barnard Castle. Conveyancing searches and due diligence initiated as part of the buying process are carried out to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a property owner answers a questionnaire called a SPIF. If the information proves to be inaccurate, you may have a misrepresentation claim against the seller for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Barnard Castle.

Do lenders provide you with an approved list of Barnard Castle conveyancing solicitors? How do you know who is on the Clydesdale conveyancing panel?

Barnard Castle conveyancing firms themselves provide us confirmation that they are on the Clydesdale conveyancing panel as opposed to being supplied with a list from Clydesdale directly.

Should commercial conveyancing searches disclose impending roadworks that may affect a commercial property in Barnard Castle?

Its becoming the norm that commercial conveyancing solicitors in Barnard Castle will conduct a SiteSolutions Highways report as it dramatically cuts the time that conveyancers invest in investigating accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Barnard Castle. 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 Barnard Castle.

For each commercial conveyancing transaction in Barnard Castle it is crucial to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. The absence of identifying developments where adoption procedures have not been addressed adequately may cause delays to Barnard Castle commercial conveyancing transactions as well as present a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not carried out for residential conveyancing in Barnard Castle.

In my capacity as executor for the will of my aunt I am selling a residence in Monmouth but live in Barnard Castle. My conveyancer (approximately 300 kilometers awayrequires that I execute a statutory declaration prior to completion. Can you recommend a conveyancing practitioner in Barnard Castle who can attest this legal document for me?

Technically speaking you are unlikely to be required to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Normally or notary public or qualified solicitor will be fine regardless of whether they are Barnard Castle based

I am on look out for some leasehold conveyancing in Barnard Castle. Before I set the wheels in motion I want to be sure as to the unexpired term of the lease.

If the lease is registered - and most are in Barnard Castle - then the leasehold title will always include the short particulars of the lease, namely the date; the term; and the original parties. From a conveyancing perspective such details then enable any prospective buyer and lender to confirm that any lease they are looking at is the one relevant to that title. For any other purpose, such as confirming how long the term was granted for and calculating what is left, then the register should be sufficient on it's own.

I acquired a studio flat in Barnard Castle, conveyancing formalities finalised May 2010. Can you let me have an estimate of the premium that my landlord can legally expect in return for granting a renewal of my lease? Comparable properties in Barnard Castle with over 90 years remaining are worth £201,000. The ground rent is £45 charged once a year. The lease terminates on 21st October 2090

With 64 years unexpired we estimate the premium for your lease extension to be between £14,300 and £16,400 as well as professional fees.

The figure above a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to provide a more accurate figure in the absence of detailed due diligence. You should not use this information in tribunal or court proceedings. There may be additional concerns that need to be considered and you obviously want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Neither should you move forward placing reliance on this information without first getting professional advice.