We hired a local firm for my conveyancing in Broadstairs today. After carefully reading the Ts and Cs I notewe are responsible for costs even if the sale aborts. Would I be best advised to select a web based conveyancing brokerage who offer no completion no charge conveyancing in Broadstairs?

Generally there is a compromise along the lines that if "No Sale No Fee" is offered then the fee levels will generally be higher to counteract those cases that fail to complete. Also remember that such schemes rarely cover outlay e.g. Broadstairs conveyancing search expenses.

I own a freehold residence in Broadstairs but still invoiced for rent, why is this and what is this?

It is rare for properties in Broadstairs and has limited impact for conveyancing in Broadstairs but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.

Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges have existed for hundreds of years, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the creation of fresh rentcharges post 1977.

Previous rentcharges can now be extinguished by making a lump sum payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence in 2037 is to be dispensed with completely.

I am buying a semi-detached house in Broadstairs. Can I do my own conveyancing?

Leaving aside the complexities and merits of DIY conveyancing in Broadstairs you will have to appoint a solicitor on your bank's conveyancing panel to look after their interests. Most people therefore find it easier to let the solicitor act for them and the lender. Furthermore there is minimal cost savings to be made in you doing conveyancing for yourself and another lawyer conducting the conveyancing for the lender. Please feel free to use the search tool to find a lawyer on your lender panel in Broadstairs.

I have been told that property searches are the primary reason for hinderance in Broadstairs house deals. Is that correct?

The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) released conclusions of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not figure within the common causes of hindrances in the conveyancing process. Local searches are unlikely to feature in any delay in conveyancing in Broadstairs.

Due to the guidance of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a house in Broadstairs before appointing conveyancers. I have been told that there is a flying freehold element to the house. My surveyor advised that some lenders will refuse to give a loan on this type of premises.

It depends who your proposed lender is. HSBC has different instructions from Halifax. Should you wish to call us we can investigate further via the appropriate bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Broadstairs. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Broadstairs especially if they are acquainted with such properties in Broadstairs.