Category: Conveyancing Process
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Unlock the Secrets to Smooth Property Transactions: Meet Top Conveyancing Solicitors in Leeds
Welcome to the exciting journey of property ownership! Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, navigating the legal landscape of property transactions can be daunting. Fear not, for you’ve landed in the right place. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the world of conveyancing solicitors in Leeds and introduce you to Express…
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What is a Transfer of Equity?
In simple terms a transfer of equity is a process in which the legal ownership of a property changes. When a property is purchased, a decision is made over who will own the property and how it will be owned if there is more than one individual involved in the purchase. For example, a couple…
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New Building Safety Act 2022 – Our Preliminary Guide
The Building Safety Act 2022 is a new legislation that aims to improve the safety of high-rise buildings in the UK. It can be said that the main cause for the introduction of Act was in response to the tragic Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, which claimed the lives of 72 people and raised serious…
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What Are Enquiries When Buying A House?
In almost every property conveyancing transaction you deal with, a key milestone before Exchange of Contracts and importantly, Completion can take place, is the Title Enquiry Stage. Whether you are the seller or the buyer, both you and your respective conveyancers will have a role to play during this stage. On this article, we look…
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Property Searches: Environmental Search
When purchasing a property, it is important to consider carrying out property searches. Depending on how you are financing your purchase, will determine whether or not you require Property Searches and the type of searches needed. Common examples of different property searches include Local Authority, drainage and water search, environmental, flood risk and coal searches.…
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Property Searches: Drainage and Water Search
Conveyancing Property Searches are checks carried out with a specific organisation or authority on a property and the local area to reveal important information about the property. Examples of property searches including Local Authority, drainage and water search, environmental, coal and, flood risk searches. In this article within our series on Property Searches, we are…
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Property Searches: The Local Authority Search
Property Searches or Conveyancing Searches are specific enquiries made by a Conveyancing Solicitor with relevant authorities in order to establish some key facts about the property you are looking to purchase. In this article, we going to look at one of the main searches carried out on the majority of houses being bought, the Local Authority…
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Property Searches – Radon Risk
Radon is an odourless, colourless radioactive gas that is formed by the decay of naturally occurring elements in soil and rocks. It may also be present in water and certain building materials. If you have never heard of this gas, it will surprise you to learn that it is the single biggest source of radiation…
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The Impact of Solar and Wind farms on Homes
Renewable energy is on the rise and the COVID-19 crisis coupled with the rising costs of gas and electricity has laid bare the downside to getting your energy from fossil fuels. Renewable energy is generally produced locally, however, its production may have external effects on local residents. So, what is the impact of Solar and…
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Unregistered Property – What to Consider?
The Land Registry keeps a record of all property in England and Wales. The register includes all rights benefitting a property, who the legal owners are, rights over the property, covenants, and any restrictions or charges. In the 1990s, the government brought in compulsory registration. This requires all property transfers of ownership, including gifts, assents,…
