I need some expedited conveyancing in Stockbridge Village as I am faced with a deadline to sign on the dotted line within 3 weeks. A mortgage is not required. Is it possible to avoid the conveyancing searches to save money and time?

As you are are a mortgage free purchaser you are at liberty not to have searches carried out although no lawyer would advise that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Stockbridge Village the following are examples of what can be revealed and adversely impact future mortgageability: Enforcement Actions, Outstanding Charges, Overdue Grants, Unadopted Roads,...

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold element on a house I have offered on two weeks back in what was supposed to be a quick, chain free conveyancing. Stockbridge Village is the location of the property. Can you offer any assistance?

Flying freeholds in Stockbridge Village are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Stockbridge Village you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds very carefully. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Stockbridge Village may ascertain that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold residence.

How simple is it to use the search app to select a conveyancing solicitor in Stockbridge Village on the panel for my bank?

Step one is to select a lender such as National Westminster Bank, The Mortgage Works or TSB then specify your preferred area for instance Stockbridge Village. Conveyancing practices in Stockbridge Village and nationally should be identified.

I am thinking of appointing a conveyancing practitioner in Stockbridge Village for my home move. Can I check a firm’s complaints history with the legal regulator?

Anyone may search for documented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations stemming from investigations commenced on or after Jan 2008. Go to Check a solicitor's record. To find details Pre 2008, or to check a firm's record, phone 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. International callers, use +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator sometimes monitor telephone calls for training purposes.

I have just started marketing my 2 bed flat in Stockbridge Village. Conveyancing lawyers have not yet been instructed, but I have just had a quarterly service charge invoice – should I leave it to the buyer to sort out?

It best that you clear the service charge as usual given that all ground rent and service payments will be allotted as part of the financial calculations for completion monies, so you should recover the relevant percentage by the purchaser for the period running from after the completion date to the next payment date. Most management companies will not acknowledge the buyer unless the service charges have been paid and are up to date, so it is important for both buyer and seller for the seller to show that they are up to date. This will smooth the conveyancing process.

I acquired a garden flat in Stockbridge Village, conveyancing having been completed 4 years ago. How much will my lease extension cost? Similar properties in Stockbridge Village with a long lease are worth £179,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £65 invoiced every year. The lease comes to an end on 21st October 2082

With 57 years unexpired we estimate the price of your lease extension to span between £26,600 and £30,800 plus professional fees.

The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to advice on a more accurate figure in the absence of detailed due diligence. You should not use this information in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There may be additional issues that need to be taken into account and you obviously want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not take any other action placing reliance on this information without first seeking the advice of a professional.