I got the keys to my apartment on 9 November and my personal details are still not registered. Any reason for this? My conveyancing solicitor in Duffield said it would be dealt with in less than a month. Are properties in Duffield particularly slow to register?

There is nothing unique about conveyancing in Duffield registration formalities. Rather than based on location, timescales can vary depending on the party submitting the application, whether it is in order and whether the Land registry communicate with any 3rd persons or bodies. As of today approximately three quarters of such applications are completed within 12 days but occasionally there can be protracted hold-ups. Historically registration is effected once the buyer has moved in to the premises therefore an expedited registration is not usually an essential issue but if there is a degree of urgency associated with the registration then you or your solicitor could communicate with the Registry to express the reasoning for an expedited registration.

Just had an offer accepted on a new build flat in Duffield. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build conveyancing.

Here are examples of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you may expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Duffield

Where there is an Undertaking being granted there is the risk of forfeiture of the Headlease subject to relief if one or more of the Underlessees are willing to accept the original Head Lessee’s obligations as otherwise relief will be denied to the Underlessees. The only alternatives are the Head Lessor agreeing not to forfeit the Headlease or the Head Lessee guaranteeing to the Underlessees that it will not be in breach of the Headlease. Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision. If there are lifts in the building, please confirm that the owners of flats on the ground and basement floors will not be required to contribute towards the cost of maintenance and renewal. Where service of notices and proceedings can be at the property demised please confirm that this can be amended to include simultaneous services at the Lessees’ solicitors’ offices where the Lessee from time to time is not resident in the UK - such solicitors may be varied by notice in writing to the Landlord from time to time but otherwise will be as previously specified.

I need to retain a conveyancing solicitor for purchase conveyancing in Duffield. I've land on a web site which looks to be the perfect answer If there is a chance to get all this stuff completed via phone that would be ideal. Should I be wary? What are the potential pitfalls?

As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?

My wife and I purchased a leasehold house in Duffield. Conveyancing and Bank of Scotland mortgage went though with no issue. I have received a letter from someone saying they have taken over the freehold. It included a ground rent demand for rent dating back to 1997. The conveyancing practitioner in Duffield who acted for me is not around. Any advice?

The first thing you should do is contact HMLR to make sure that the individual purporting to own the freehold is indeed the new freeholder. There is no need to incur the fees of a Duffield conveyancing practitioner to do this as you can do this on the Land Registry website for a few pound. You should note that regardless, even if this is the rightful landlord, under the Limitation Act 1980 no more than 6 years of rent can be collected.

Duffield Leasehold Conveyancing - Sample of Queries before buying

Its a good idea to find out as much as you can regarding the company managing the block as they can either make your living at the property much easier or problematic. Being a leasehold owner you are frequently at the mercy of the managing agents both financially and when it comes to every day issues like the tidiness of the common parts. Enquire of other tenants whether they are happy with their service. Finally, be sure you understand the dates that the maintenance charges are due to the appropriate party and precisely how they are spending the funds. How much is the yearly maintenance fee and ground rent? How is the lease structured?

Why is New Build conveyancing in Duffield more expensive?

Buying a brand new premises is significantly different from the standard house buying conveyancing in Duffield. For a start sellers normally need contracts to exchange within a tight deadline, the result being a a great deal of pressure on your property lawyer to ensure everything is in order. Furthermore new build properties frequently necessitate examination of adoption of highways, drains, planning considerations, building warranties or architects certificates. Lenders requirements are also more demanding. Given the complex nature of the process for these types of properties, the conveyancing new build fees are higher than normal.