Last April we completed a house move in Weymouth. We have since encountered a number of problems with the house which we believe were omitted in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? What searches should? have been conducted for conveyancing in Weymouth?

It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are relate to conveyancing in Weymouth. Conveyancing searches and due diligence undertaken during the buying process are designed to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a seller completes a document known as a Seller’s Property Information Form. If the information ends up being inaccurate, you may have a misrepresentation claim against the seller 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 Weymouth.

I purchased a freehold premises in Weymouth yet invoiced for rent, why is this and what is this?

It’s unusual for properties in Weymouth and has limited impact for conveyancing in Weymouth but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.

Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges have existed for many centuries, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the generation of fresh rentcharges post 1977.

Old rentcharges can now be extinguished by making a lump sum payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence in 2037 will be extinguished.

My partner and I are downsizing from our home in Weymouth and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a possibility that the property was built on contaminated land. A local lawyer would know that there is no such problem. It does beg the question why the purchasers instructed a national conveyancing practice rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Weymouth. We have lived in Weymouth for three years we know that this is a non issue. Do we contact our local Authority to get clarification that there is no issue.

It sounds as though you may have a conveyancing lawyer already. What do they say? You should check with your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out health insurance to cover that same ailment)

I am downsizing from my property. My former conveyancers have shut. I would be grateful for any recommendation of a conveyancing firm. I happen to live in Weymouth if that makes things easier.

Do use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Weymouth. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with regulated solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move goes smoothly.

We are soon to acquiring a house in Weymouth. Conveyancing is not over but we wish to have the amount we are are buying for private from sites such as Rightmove. How could this be achieved ?

HM Land Registry by statute are bound to specify price paid data on a register of the title for residential properties countrywide including premises in Weymouth. The register of ownership is an open document, so the Land Registry would be breaking the law excluded certain homes such as the property in Weymouth.

You can ask HMLR to withhold the amount paid data but the answer would be a No.