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Torpoint leasehold conveyancing: Q and A’s

I would like to sublet my leasehold flat in Torpoint. Conveyancing solicitor who did the purchase is retired - so can't ask him. Do I need to ask my freeholder for their consent?

Notwithstanding that your last Torpoint conveyancing solicitor is not around you can review your lease to check if you are permitted to let out the apartment. The accepted inference is that if the lease is non-specific, subletting is permitted. There may be a precondition that you must obtain permission from your landlord or some other party in advance of subletting. This means that you cannot sublet without first obtaining consent. The consent should not be unreasonably turned down. If your lease prohibits you from letting out the property you will need to ask your landlord if they are willing to waive this restriction.

Planning to exchange soon on a studio apartment in Torpoint. Conveyancing solicitors assured me that they will have a report out to me tomorrow. What should I be looking out for?

Your report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in Torpoint should include some of the following:

  • You should receive a copy of the lease
  • How long the lease is You should be advised as what happens when the lease ends, and aware of the importance of the 80 year mark
  • Does the lease prevent you from subletting the flat, or working from home
  • You must be told what counts as a Nuisance in the lease
  • Whether your lease has a provision for a sinking fund?
  • Changes to the flat (alterations and additions)
  • What the implications are if you breach a clause of your lease? For a comprehensive list of information to be included in your report on your leasehold property in Torpoint please ask your lawyer in ahead of your conveyancing in Torpoint

    • I've found a house that seems to be perfect, at a great price which is making it more attractive. I have since been informed that the title is leasehold as opposed to freehold. I am assuming that there are issues buying a leasehold house in Torpoint. Conveyancing solicitors have are soon to be instructed. Will my lawyers set out the implications of buying a leasehold house in Torpoint ?

    The majority of houses in Torpoint are freehold and not leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local conveyancer who is familiar with the area can assist with the conveyancing process. We note that you are purchasing in Torpoint so you should seriously consider shopping around for a Torpoint conveyancing practitioner and check that they are used to dealing with leasehold houses. First you will need to check the unexpired lease term. Being a leaseholder you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want to the property. The lease will likely included provisions for example requiring the freeholder’sconsent to conduct alterations. You may also be required to pay a service charge towards the upkeep of the communal areas where the house is located on an estate. Your conveyancer will appraise you on the various issues.

    What advice can you give us when it comes to appointing a Torpoint conveyancing practice to deal with our lease extension?

    When appointing a conveyancer for lease extension works (regardless if they are a Torpoint conveyancing practice) it is essential that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of conveyancing. We suggested that you speak with two or three firms including non Torpoint conveyancing practices before you instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then so much the better. Some following of questions could be useful:

    • How experienced is the firm with lease extension legislation?
  • If they are not ALEP accredited then why not?

    • Can you provide any top tips for leasehold conveyancing in Torpoint from the point of view of expediting the sale process?

    • A significant proportion of the frustration in leasehold conveyancing in Torpoint can be reduced if you appoint lawyers as soon as your agents start marketing the property and request that they start to collate the leasehold documentation which will be required by the purchasers’ representatives.
    • Many freeholders or Management Companies in Torpoint levy fees for supplying management packs for a leasehold property. You or your lawyers should find out the actual amount of the charges. The management pack can be applied for as soon as you have a buyer, thus reducing delays. The typical amount of time it takes to obtain the necessary information is three weeks. It is the most frequent reason for delay in leasehold conveyancing in Torpoint.
  • If you have carried out any alterations to the premises would they have required Landlord’s consent? In particular have you laid down wooden flooring? Torpoint leases often stipulate that internal structural changes or addition of wooden flooring calls for a licence issued by the Landlord acquiescing to such changes. Where you dont have the consents to hand you should not contact the landlord without checking with your solicitor first.
  • If you hold a share in a the freehold, you should ensure that you have the original share certificate. Organising a duplicate share certificate can be a lengthy process and slows down many a Torpoint home move. Where a reissued share certificate is necessary, do contact the company director and secretary or managing agents (where relevant) for this sooner rather than later.
  • You believe that you know the number of years left on your lease but you should verify this by asking your solicitors. A purchaser's conveyancer will be unlikely to recommend their client to to exchange contracts if the remaining number of years is below 75 years. In the circumstances it is important at an as soon as possible that you consider whether the lease term requires a lease extension. If it does, contact your solicitors before you put your home on the market for sale.

    • I inherited a 1st floor flat in Torpoint, conveyancing formalities finalised in 1995. How much will my lease extension cost? Corresponding properties in Torpoint with a long lease are worth £256,000. The ground rent is £55 invoiced annually. The lease runs out on 21st October 2093

    You have 68 years remaining on your lease the likely cost is going to span between £9,500 and £11,000 plus professional fees.

    The suggested premium range that we have given is a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to advice on the actual costs without more comprehensive investigations. Do not use the figures in tribunal or court proceedings. There may be additional issues that need to be taken into account and clearly you should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not take any other action based on this information without first getting professional advice.

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