Will my conveyancing lawyers need to check that the building insurance when buying a house in Bradford. My lender is Platform

Platform have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook. As of 2/2/2026, the requirements read as follows :

I need some quick conveyancing in Bradford as I am faced with an ultimatum to complete in less than 2 weeks. A mortgage is not required. Is it possible to avoid the conveyancing searches to save money and time?

If.Given you are are a mortgage free purchaser you are at liberty not to do searches although no law firm would recommend that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Bradford the following are examples of what can appear and therefore impact future saleability: Refused Planning Applications, Outstanding Fees, Outstanding Grants, Road Schemes,...

What does commercial conveyancing in Bradford cover?

Commercial conveyancing in Bradford incorporates a broad array of advice, provided by qualified solicitors, relating to business premises. By way of example, this area of conveyancing can cover the sale or purchase of freehold business premises or, more usually, the transfer of existing leases or the drafting of new leasing arrangements. Commercial conveyancing solicitors can also offer advice on the sale of business assets, commercial loans and the termination of leases.

I have recently realised that I have Seventy years left on my flat in Bradford. I need to extend my lease but my freeholder is absent. What are my options?

On the basis that you meet the appropriate requirements, under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 you can apply to the County Court for an order to dispense with the service of the initial notice. This will mean that your lease can be extended by the Court. However, you will be required to demonstrate that you have done all that could be expected to track down the lessor. In some cases an enquiry agent should be helpful to carry out a search and to produce a report which can be used as evidence that the landlord is indeed missing. It is wise to seek advice from a property lawyer in relation to devolving into the landlord’s disappearance and the vesting order request to the County Court overseeing Bradford.

Bradford Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Sample of Queries before Purchasing

Its a good idea to discover as much as you can about the company managing the building as they will affect your use and enjoyment of the property. As the owner of a leasehold property you will be in the clutches of the managing agents from a financial perspective and when it comes to practical matters such as the tidiness of the common parts. Enquire of other tenants whether they are happy with them. In conclusion, investigate as to the dates that you are obliged pay the service charge to the managing agents and specifically what it includes. Does this lease have in excess of 85 years unexpired?

My wife and I have just had an offer accepted on our 1st house in Bradford, and are now looking to get solicitors instructed. I have made use of the numerous comparison based websites and the quotes are from all over the the UK. Is it necessary to have a Bradford solicitor local to your potential property? We are content to do everything electronically, but I guess at some stage we will be required to physically go into the conveyancing practitioner's office to sign documents?

Usually there is no need to physically visit the office of your lawyer, they can post any relevant papers to you, which you can sign and send back. Many home movers nevertheless opt to instruct a locally based solicitor, but it is not essential for conveyancing in Bradford.