My father advised me that in buying a property in Stretton there may be various restrictions as to what one can do in terms of external alterations to a property. Is this right?
We are aware of a number of properties in Stretton which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to external variations. Part of the conveyancing in Stretton should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.
We are purchasing a 3 bedroom semi in Stretton. The intention is to convert the garage to an office at the house.Will the conveyancing process involve enquiries to see if these works were previously refused?
Your solicitor should review the registered title as conveyancing in Stretton can sometimes reveal restrictions in the title documents which prevent certain alterations or necessitated the consent of another owner. Some additions need local authority planning consent and approval in compliance with building regulations. Some areas are designated conservation areas and special planning restrictions apply which frequently prevent or impact extensions. It would be wise to check these issues with a surveyor ahead of any purchase.
We were going to get a DIP from Virgin Money this week so we know how much we could potentially offer as otherwise we are dependent on web based calculators (which aren't taking into account credit checks etc). Do Virgin Money recommend any Stretton solicitors on the Virgin Money conveyancing panel, or is it better to go independently?
You will need to appoint Stretton solicitors independently although you'll need to choose one on the Virgin Money conveyancing panel. The solicitor represents both you and Virgin Money through the process.
Despite weeks of looking the Title Certificate and documents to our property are lost. The solicitors who conducted the conveyancing in Stretton 10 years ago have long since closed. Will I be able to sell the house?
Gone are the days when you need to have the physical original deeds to establish that you own the land or premises, given that the Land Registry hold details of all registered land or property electronically.
I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a house I have offered on a fortnight ago in what was supposed to be a quick, no chain conveyancing. Stretton is where the house is located. What do you suggest?
Flying freeholds in Stretton are rare but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Stretton you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds thoroughly. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Stretton may determine 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.
Is it possible to change solicitor as I need to find one who is on the Halifax conveyancing list. I instructed a high street conveyancing solicitor in Stretton round the corner but she is not approved by Halifax
We will our best to assist in finding you a conveyancing solicitor in Stretton on the Halifax panel. Please note that the law firms that we on the directory do not pay us a referral fee if you instruct them and are fully regulated by the SRA who regulate all conveyancing solicitors in Stretton. In making use of the find a conveyancing solicitor tool on this page, you can compare costs for conveyancing solicitors in Stretton and beyond.
Am I better off to use a Stretton conveyancing solicitor in close proximity to the house I am purchasing? An old friend can perform the legal formalities however they are based 300miles drive away.
The benefit of a high street Stretton conveyancing firm is that you can visit the firm to sign paperwork, hand in your ID and apply pressure on them if necessary. They will also have local insight which is a plus. However it's more important to get someone that will do a good and efficient job. If other friends have used your friend and in the main were impressed that must trump using an unfamiliar Stretton conveyancing solicitor solely due to them being round the corner.