Last April we completed a house move in Poplar. We have noticed several issues with the house which we consider were omitted in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? What searches should? have been conducted as part of conveyancing in Poplar?
It is not clear from the question as to the nature of the problems and if they are specific to conveyancing in Poplar. Conveyancing searches and due diligence initiated as part of the legal transfer of property are designed to help avoid problems. As part of the legal transfer of property, a seller fills in a questionnaire referred to as a SPIF. answers proves to be incorrect, you could possibly take legal action against the owner 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 Poplar.
What is the difference between a licensed conveyancer and conveyancing solicitor in Poplar
There are two types of lawyers who can execute conveyancing in Poplar namely CLC regulated conveyancers or solicitors. The two can administer the legal services that you need to complete the sale or purchase of property. Both are required to execute Poplar conveyancing to the same standards and guidelines so you can be safe in the knowledge that your conveyancing will be properly administered and that all requisite procedures will be suitably taken.
My wife and I purchasing a end of terrace house in Poplar. Our aim is to convert the garage to a playroom at the property.Will legal due diligence on the property include investigations to determine if these alterations are permitted?
Your property lawyer will check the deeds as conveyancing in Poplar will occasionally identify restrictions in the title deeds which restrict certain changes or need the consent of a 3rd party. Many extensions require local authority planning consent and approval in compliance with building regulations. Certain locations are designated conservation areas and special planning restrictions apply which frequently prevent or affect extensions. You should check these issues with a surveyor before you commit yourself to a purchase.
I have decided to exercise my right to buy my property in Poplar off the council. I have a mortgage agreed with Kent Reliance. Conveyancing is not something I have any knowledge of. Can I proceed without a solicitor easily? I think we can but we keep being told I should have one. Any advice?
It is not advisable to proceed with a house purchase without a solicitor. The council's solicitor are not acting for you. You need a solicitor for a number reasons. One of which is to verify what plans the Council have for repairs and refurbishment for the next five years. Many leaseholders have been stung for contributions of thousands of pounds. In any event, if you are getting a mortgage with Kent Reliance, you will need to appoint a solicitor on the Kent Reliance conveyancing panel.
I completed on my home on 16 August and my personal details is not yet registered. Any reason for this? My conveyancing solicitor in Poplar expressed confidence that it should be recorded inside ten days. Are properties in Poplar particularly slow to register?
As far as conveyancing in Poplar is concerned, registration is no faster or slower than anywhere else in the country. As opposed to being determined by geographic area, timeframes can vary depending on who lodges the application, whether there are errors and if the Land registry need to notify any 3rd parties. At present approximately 80% of submission are fully dealt with within two weeks but occasionally there can be longer hold-ups. Registration is effected after the new owner is living at the premises so registration formalities is not typically top priority but if there is a degree of urgency associated with the registration then you or your lawyers must communicate with the Registry to express the reasoning for an expedited registration.
Over the last few months I have been searching for a flat up to £305k and found one close by in Poplar I like with a park and railway links in the vicinity, however it only has 52 remaining years left on the lease. I can't really find anything else in Poplar suitable, so just wondered if I would be making a mistake buying a short lease?
Should you require a home loan the remaining unexpired lease term may be an issue. Discount the price by the expected lease extension will cost if not already taken into account. If the existing owner has owned the property for at least 2 years you can ask them to start the process of the extension and pass it to you. An additional ninety years can be extended on to the existing lease term with a zero ground rent applied. You should speak to your conveyancing solicitor about this.
Is it possible to swap firm as I need to find one who is on the Chelsea Building Society conveyancing list. I instructed a family conveyancing solicitor in Poplar round the corner but she is not approved by Chelsea Building Society
It would be our pleasure to assist you find a conveyancing solicitor in Poplar on the Chelsea Building Society panel. Please note that the law firms that we list do not pay us fee if you instruct them and are regulated by the SRA who oversee all conveyancing solicitors in Poplar. Using search facility on this site, you can compare costs for conveyancing solicitors in Poplar and beyond.