Tag: conveyancing services
How does exchange of contracts work if you are buying and selling a property at the same time?
In a property sale or purchase, exchange of contracts is when the transaction becomes legally binding. The date for completion is set and following exchange, arrangements can be finalised for moving day. We take a look at how exchange of contracts takes place if you are selling and buying a property simultaneously. Getting ready for...
How does a flat management company work?
If you own a flat, you and your fellow leaseholders may want to set up a flat management company to take on ownership of the freehold or take over the management of the property. Should you and some of the other flat owners decide to exercise the right to purchase your freehold or the right...
The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Best Conveyancing Solicitors in the UK
When it comes to buying or selling property, choosing the best conveyancing solicitors is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. A good conveyancing solicitor ensures that the legal aspects of your property transaction run smoothly, efficiently, and with minimal stress. But how do you find the best conveyancing solicitors for your needs? In this comprehensive...
A Guide to Understanding Average Conveyancing Fees in the UK
When buying or selling a property, conveyancing is a critical part of the process. It involves the legal transfer of property ownership from one party to another. One of the most common questions clients ask is, “What are the average conveyancing fees?” In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about conveyancing...
Mortgage lenders refuse loans on properties with spray foam insulation
Problems continue for owners of properties with spray foam insulation as lenders are still declining to provide mortgages. The BBC reported in November 2024 that a quarter of the UK’s major mortgage lenders will not now lend if a property has spray foam insulation in the roof space. This means that when a homeowner comes...
How Gabriela Goscimska is Shaping Careers at LPL
Gabriela Goscimska’s path into conveyancing has been both inspiring and dynamic. Reflecting on her career journey, Gabriela says: “Before joining LPL, I studied languages at the University of Manchester, and at the end of the 4 years, I decided to do a conversion course into Law. While studying the GDL and LPC, I worked in...
Energy minister confirms landlords must meet new EPC minimum rating
The new Under Secretary for Energy Security and Net Zero, Miatta Fahnbulleh, has confirmed that the government intends to bring in a minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C for landlords. Labour promised in their election manifesto that all privately rented properties will be required to meet a minimum energy efficiency standard by 2030...
How do I extend my lease?
If you own a leasehold property, the number of years remaining on the lease will gradually drop. Once it falls towards 80 years, you should consider extending the lease, as it can become considerably more expensive to do this once less than 80 years remain. Most leaseholders have a statutory right to extend their lease....
Understanding Squatters’ Rights
A squatter may sometimes be able to claim ownership of property if certain conditions are met. Also referred to as adverse possession, squatting does not need to be occupation of a whole house, it could be of a small area of land, such as a parking area or part of a garden. If you are...
