A colleague informed me that in purchasing a property in Kemp Town there may be various restrictions preventing external alterations to the property. Is this right?

We are aware of anumerous of properties in Kemp Town which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to carry out external changes. Part of the conveyancing in Kemp Town should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.

When it comes to mortgage companies such as Nottingham, do Kemp Town conveyancers have to pay an annual charge to be on the conveyancing panel?

We are not aware of any bank fees to register on their panel, although some do levy an administration fee to deal with the processing of the conveyancing panel application.

How can we tell if a Kemp Town conveyancing solicitor on the Co-operative panel is any good?

When it comes to conveyancing in Kemp Town obtaining recommendations is a sensible start. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one advertising the lowest fees. We would always recommend that you speak with the solicitor carrying out your transaction.

How does conveyancing in Kemp Town differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build residence in Kemp Town approach us having been asked by the seller to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is constructed. This is because new home sellers in Kemp Town tend to purchase the real estate, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct conveyancing solicitors as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are accustomed to new build conveyancing in Kemp Town or who has acted in the same development.

My cousin has suggested that I instruct his lawyers for conveyancing in Kemp Town. Should I find my own conveyancer?

No doubt it’s preferable to select a conveyancing solicitor is to get referrals from friends or family who have experience in using the firm that you are considering.

I am in need of some leasehold conveyancing in Kemp Town. Before diving in I want to be sure as to the unexpired term of the lease.

Assuming the lease is registered - and almost all are in Kemp Town - 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.

Kemp Town Leasehold Conveyancing - Examples of Questions you should ask before buying

Who takes charge for maintaining and repairing the block? Please tell me if there are any major works in the near future that will likely add a premium to the service charges? How long is the Lease?

How and when do I pay the Stamp Duty Land Tax chargeable for my purchase in Kemp Town?

Your conveyancer should fill out a stamp duty return on your behalf during your Kemp Town purchase transaction for signature. On completion your conveyancing practitioner will submit your STL application to the Inland Revenue and - assuming they have the money - discharge any land tax liability for you.