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Enduring and lasting powers of attorney in property conveyancing
In the case of a transfer deed, a search should be made with the Office of the Public Guardian to check if the power of attorney is registered or is pending. In the case of an enduring power, if the … Continue reading
‘Company search’ in conveyancing transaction
As a part of the pre-contract searches, a company search is also made and information thus obtained is updated. Company search of unregistered land When a buyer purchases unregistered land from a company, or when it is known that the … Continue reading
What are Bankruptcy Searches and Form K15?
When a property is subject to a mortgage, the lender should make sure that a bankruptcy search has been made against the buyer before releasing funds. This article explains the process of conducting such a search. This search is also … Continue reading
The importance of Land Registry Searches
In the case of registered land, pre-completion searches are made at the Land Registry Office. This is done to check if further enquiries have been made on the register of title after the date of submission of official copies prior … Continue reading
The importance of pre-completion searches
This article explains the process to be undertaken at the pre-completion stage. It explains about people who are responsible for these searches, the reasons to do so, when to make them etc. Who makes the searches? It is the responsibility … Continue reading
What if plans are added in property sale contract documents
Sometimes plans are added as a part of the contract documents to provide a better explanation of the property. In such instances, the plan is also added to the transfer deed. This article discusses the process when plans are included … Continue reading
Importance of explaining property transfer terms to client
It is the duty of a conveyancing solicitor to explain to his clients regarding the nature and contents of the documents before submitting them for their approval/signature. He should also explain the consequences of such an approval. The letter enclosed … Continue reading
Residential Conveyancing(Leasehold) in Ten Rochester Row, Victoria, Westminster
View Larger Map On 15th September 2009, a client instructed the Phew! Victoria Conveyancing solicitor to assist in the purchase of a property located at Ten Rochester Row, Victoria, London. The property was bought by the client for £ 1195000. … Continue reading
Execution and delivery of property transfer deed
In order to be considered valid in law, the deed should; Indicate very clearly that it is a deed. Be signed by the concerned parties in the presence of a witness. And be delivered as per rules provided in the … Continue reading
Residential Property Conveyancing in Randolph Avenue, Maida Vale, Westminster
View Larger Map On 10th September 2007, the Phew conveyancing team was instructed by a client to assist in the purchase of a property located on Randolph Avenue, Maida Vale, London. The cost of the property was fixed at £ … Continue reading
Verifying and agreeing the property transfer deed
In order to draft a transfer deed, the buyer conveyancing solicitor should have access to the following documents: The contract papers, so as to ensure that the draft reflects the terms of the contract accurately. The official copy entries or … Continue reading
Leasehold Conveyancing, Burlington Close, Maida Vale, Westminster
View Larger Map On 9th August 2011, a client instructed the Phew! Maida Vale Conveyancing solicitor to assist in the purchase of a property located at Burlington Close, Maida Vale, London. The property was bought by the client for £ … Continue reading
Property Conveyancing, Gloucester Terrace, Paddington, Westminster
View Larger Map On 18th May 2007, the Phew conveyancing team was asked by a client to assist in the purchase of a property located at Gloucester Terrace, Paddington, London. The property was bought by the client for £ 377000. … Continue reading
Conveyancing (Leasehold) in Totterdown Street, Tooting, Wandsworth
View Larger Map On 27th July 2009, the Phew conveyancing team was contracted by a client to purchase a property located on Totterdown Street, Tooting, London. The property was bought by the client for £ 234000. The local authority involved … Continue reading
Legalities regarding forms of the property transfer
As per LPA S52, the transfer must be effected through a deed to legally transfer the estate in the name of the buyer. It should put into effect the terms of the contract and should hence reflect the terms. The … Continue reading
Property Conveyancing (Leasehold), Trevelyan Road, Tooting, Wandsworth
View Larger Map On 15th February 2010, the Phew conveyancing team was asked by a client to assist in the purchase of a property located on Trevelyan Road, Tooting, London. The property was bought for £ 269950 by the client. … Continue reading
Who drafts the transfer deed in conveyancing process?
The buyer’s conveyancing solicitor normally prefers to draft the transfer deed, but sometimes the seller may reserve the right to do so through an obligation enforced by the contract. This is usually done when the contract involves the sale of … Continue reading
Leasehold Property Conveyancing, Leathwaite Road, Battersea, Wandsworth
View Larger Map On 14th September 2010, a client wanted the assistance of the Phew conveyance team in 20purchasing a property located on Leathwaite Road, Battersea, London. The property was bought by the client for £ 386000. The local authority … Continue reading
Standard form requests for completion information
This article discusses about the standard form that is sent by the buyer’s solicitor seeking details prior to completion. A standard form containing commonly asked questions is available at most law stationers. This form contains administrative questions such as details … Continue reading
Property Conveyancing(Freehold), St Francis Place, Balham, Wandsworth
View Larger Map On 24th September 2009, the Phew! Conveyancing team was asked by a client to help him in purchasing a property in St Francis Place, Balham, London. The property was sold for £730000 to the client. London Borough … Continue reading
What do conveyancing solicitors do after contract is exchanged?
Once the contracts are exchanged, the buyer and the seller’s conveyancing solicitors will have to make arrangements for the completion of contract. Traditionally, this period was set as a time for investigation of title. But today, since investigation is completed … Continue reading
Residential Property Conveyancing, Haverstock Hill, Hampstead, Camden
View Larger Map On 10th November 2011, a client instructed a Phew Hampstead conveyancing solicitor to assist in the purchase of a property located at Haverstock Hill, Hampstead, London. The property was bought by the client for £ 780000. The … Continue reading
Leasehold Residential Conveyancing in Fordwych Road, West Hampstead, Camden
View Larger Map On 11th March 2008, the Phew conveyancing team came across a client interested in purchase of a property located on Fordwych Road, West Hampstead, London. The property was bought by the client for £ 190000. The London … Continue reading
Interval between exchange and completion of property transactions
The period between exchange and completion ideally lasts for around four weeks. However, in most cases, clients want the contract to be completed as soon as possible after exchange. And in some cases, completion takes place simultaneously with the exchange. … Continue reading
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