Are the BSA planning on creating a searchable register to to identify firms on the Coventry BS conveyancing panel for example in Tickhill?

We would not expect to be advised of any plans on the part of the BSA to develop such a search facility.

Me and my brother have a semi-detached Victorian house in Tickhill. Conveyancing solicitor acted for me and Barnsley Building Society. I happened to do a free search for it on the Land Registry database and there are a couple of entries: one for freehold, the second leasehold under the matching address. I'd like to know for sure, how can I find out??

You should assess the Freehold register you have again and check the Charges Register as there may be mention of a lease. The best way to be sure that you are also the registered owner of the leasehold and freehold title as well is to check (£3). It is not completely unheard of in Tickhill and other areas of the country and poses no real issues for owners other than when they mortgage they have to account for both freehold and leasehold interests when dealing with lenders. You can also enquire as to the position with the conveyancing lawyer who conducted the purchase.

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My husband and I are first time buyers - had an offer accepted, but the estate agent told us that the owners will only issue a contract if we appoint the agent's preferred lawyers as they need a ‘quick sale’. Our preferred option is to instruct a family solicitor with experience of conveyancing in Tickhill

It is improbable the vendors are behind this. If they require ‘a quick sale', taking such a hostile approach to a motivated purchaser is going to damage their objectives. Try to communicate with the sellers directly and make sure they understand (a)you are genuine purchasers (b)you are ready to progress, with finances in place © you do not need to sell (d) you wish to move quickly (e)however you will continue to appoint your own,trusted Tickhill conveyancing solicitors - not the ones that will provide the negotiator at the agency a commission or meet his conveyancing targets demanded by HQ.

I am hoping to put an offer on a small detached house that appears to tick a lot of boxes, at a great figure which is making it more attractive. I have just been informed that it's a leasehold rather than freehold. I am assuming that there are issues purchasing a leasehold house in Tickhill. Conveyancing advisers have not yet been appointed. Will they explain the issues?

Most houses in Tickhill are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local conveyancer used to dealing with such properties who can help the conveyancing process. It is clear that you are purchasing in Tickhill in which case you should be shopping around for a Tickhill conveyancing solicitor and check that they are used to advising on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the number of years remaining. Being a lessee you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want with the house. The lease comes with conditions for example obtaining the freeholder’sconsent to carry out changes to the property. You may also be required to pay a maintenance charge towards the maintenance of the communal areas where the property is part of an estate. Your lawyer will report to you on the legal implications.

I acquired a ground floor flat in Tickhill, conveyancing was carried out in 2009. Can you let me have an estimate of the premium that my landlord can legally expect in return for granting a renewal of my lease? Corresponding flats in Tickhill with an extended lease are worth £216,000. The ground rent is £50 charged once a year. The lease terminates on 21st October 2095

With 69 years left to run the likely cost is going to range between £9,500 and £11,000 plus costs.

The figure that we have given is a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we cannot give you a more accurate figure without more detailed investigations. You should not use this information in tribunal or court proceedings. There may be other issues that need to be considered and clearly you should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not move forward based on this information without first seeking the advice of a professional.