Do commercial conveyancing searches reveal planned roadworks that could impact a commercial estate in Croydon?

Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in Croydon will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers invest in investigating accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Croydon. The search result sets out definitive data 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 Croydon.

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

I'm purchasing my first flat in Croydon with a loan from Halifax. The builders refused to move on the amount so I negotiated £7000 of extras instead. The sale representative suggested that I not inform my conveyancer about this side-deal as it may impact my mortgage with Halifax. Do I keep my lawyer in the dark?.

All lenders require a Disclosure of Incentives Form from the builder of any new build, converted or renovated property, It is available online from the Lenders’ Handbook page on the CML website. CML form is completed and handed to the lender's surveyor when the inspection is done.

Lenders have different policies on incentives. Some accept none at all, cash or physical, while others will accept cash incentives up to 5%.

Hard to understand why the representative of a builder would be suggesting you withold information from a solicitor when all this will be clearly visible on forms the builder has to supply to its solicitor, the buyer's solicitor and the surveyor.

Is it possible to switch solicitor as I have to appoint a firm on the Bank of Scotland conveyancing list. I had appointed a high street conveyancing solicitor in Croydon five minutes from me but she is not approved by Bank of Scotland

It would be our pleasure to help you select a conveyancing solicitor in Croydon on the Bank of Scotland panel. Please note that the law firms that we work with do not pay us fee if you instruct them and are under regulation of the Solicitors Regulation Authority who oversee all conveyancing solicitors in Croydon. Using search facility on this page, you can scrutinise charges for conveyancing solicitors in Croydon and beyond.

I am using a search engine for the phrase cheap conveyancing in Croydon it shows results of numerous solicitorsin the area. With so much choice what is the best way to find the suitable solicitor for the sale of my house?

The best method of finding a suitable conveyancer is via personal testimonial, so ask colleagues and relatives who have bought a property in Croydon or a respected estate agent or mortgage broker. Fees for conveyancing in Croydon vary, so it's advisable to request a minimum of three quotes from varying types of solicitors. Be sure to obtain confirmation that the fees are fixed.

What advice can you give us when it comes to appointing a Croydon conveyancing firm to deal with our lease extension?

When appointing a solicitor for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Croydon conveyancing firm) it is most important that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of conveyancing. We suggest that you speak with two or three firms including non Croydon conveyancing practices before you instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions might be helpful:

How many lease extensions has the firm carried out in Croydon in the last year?

I have attempted and failed to negotiate with my landlord for a lease extension without success. Can the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal adjudicate on such matters? Can you recommend a Croydon conveyancing firm to represent me?

Most certainly. We are happy to put you in touch with a Croydon conveyancing firm who can help.

An example of a Freehold Enfranchisement case for a Croydon property is 29 Woodstock Road in April 2014. the Tribunal determined that the premiums to be paid into court in respect of the purchase of the freehold registered at HMLR under Title N0.SY3997 should be £7,217. This case affected 4 flats. The unexpired term as at the valuation date was 98 years.