Property development solicitors are experts in all things property development and can assist with conveyancing, land registry, and the legal aspects of developing property.

Developing a property from start to finish means there are a lot of hoops to jump through, as you may well know.

The property market is constantly evolving and the challenges we face might change but the reality is that the main challenges will always remain the same.

Finding an expert land and property solicitor can make all the difference during your property development, especially if there are any obstacles along the way.

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Solicitors For Property Developers

Whatever your circumstances, getting things sorted from the very beginning of your development is crucial.

Whether you’re a builder, a large housebuilder or even if you’re building your own property, there are bound to be challenges along the way. But the challenges you might face buying a plot of land and building one property will be vastly different from the challenges you might face if you buy a large plot of land and begin building a housing estate of 10+ properties as a property developer, for example.

Which is why finding a solicitor from the very beginning is essential to the overall success of your project.

Property development law differs from the normal residential conveyancing process and depending on your specific circumstances, there might be specific aspects of the law that you need expertise in to complete your property development.

For example, there is specific documentation required for new builds and construction, warranties and guarantees, development agreements, and commercial mortgages.

The good news is that even at the planning stage, you can get expert legal advice.

In fact, we’d strongly advise that you seek legal advice before you’ve made any significant commitments or begun planning…

Because planning legislation can be a complex area of law and dealing with developments is never straightforward. If you’re preparing for an initial application, appealing a decision, or complying with an obligation, you should contact an expert property development solicitor before you do anything else.

Areas of property development and planning law include:

• Planning applications
• Appeals
• Enforcement
• Judicial reviews
• Third-party obligations
• Consultations
• Objections

How Much Does A Property Development Solicitor Cost?

This will depend entirely on your situation. If you’re developing one property and there are no significant hiccups, it should be a relatively straightforward process…

But if you’re developing a significant number of properties or dealing with different plots of land, the case could become complicated by legal requirements, objections, and planning permissions.

A simple case could cost a similar amount to a conveyancing case which can range from £850-£2,000 but a more complex and larger case could cost significantly more and it would be worth discussing this with any solicitor before agreeing to appoint them.

Find A Property Development Solicitor Near Me

We know that finding the right Property Development Solicitor is crucial to the success of your project.

Buying and selling property can be a stressful experience, never mind developing property! But at Solicitors Near Me, we’re here to ensure that you’re in safe hands.

We connect you with expert Property Development Solicitors near you for FREE so you can decide whether you want to proceed with them or not and until you do so, you won’t pay a penny.

So, if you’re looking for a Property Development Solicitor near you, then we’ve got you covered…

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A deed of rectification is a legal document that corrects a mistake in a previous deed.

Mistakes can occur for many reasons but ensuring they’re correct is important to make sure that your property has the correct legal protection, and the paperwork is filled out accurately.

Solicitors can assist with drafting a deed of rectification to ensure that it’s legally binding and that it corrects any previous issues with the deeds under UK law.

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What Is A Deed Of Rectification For Property?

A deed of rectification is often known as a rectification deed and when it comes to property, sometimes mistakes are made during a property transaction.

If a property deed that has been registered contains errors, then the register of the title at HM Land Registry will also need to be changed, which is what a rectification deed can help with.

There are plenty of reasons why there might have been an error and it may simply be a genuine mistake that went unnoticed but that changes the legal meaning or certain aspects of the deed.

Perhaps a restrictive covenant is missing or maybe the entry to a right of way is missing from the deed which could represent legal issues as the deed is incorrect and it could affect your legal situation with the property.

In fact, you might not even discover that there’s any issue with the deed until you come to sell the property sometime later. That’s often the case and there’s no need to panic – these things happen. An error could be overlooked and if there’s no reason to review the deed, it’s unlikely that you’ll spot it until the deed is looked at before you sell the property.

What Does HM Land Registry Do?

HM Land Registry plays an important role in registering land and property ownership in the UK.

Any changes to property or land ownership must be registered with HM Land Registry to become official. Not only that but anyone buying or selling property or land or taking out a mortgage must apply to HM Land Registry to register:

• A new owner or registered land or property
• Any unregistered land or property
• An interest that affects land or property such as mortgages, leases, and rights of way

They then keep a record of ownership changes, mortgages, leases, and anything that affects the property or land. This applies to both residential and commercial property and land.

How Much Does A Property Deed Of Rectification Cost?

The cost of a property deed of rectification will vary depending on your circumstances. The reality is that if the issue is more complicated, it will take longer to resolve.

When you factor in the solicitor you choose, your location, the value of the house, and anything else that might be relevant, the price can vary.

A common cost for a deed of variation will be somewhere between £150-300, though this may vary.

How Long Does It Take To Obtain A Deed Of Rectification For Property?

If you’ve ever dealt with a property purchase, sale, or any legal issues around property or land, you’ll know that it can be plain sailing, or it can have hiccups along the way.

The reality is that it depends on how complex the issue is, how quickly other parties act, and the speed at which documents can be processed.

It’s why finding an expert solicitor near you is vital…

How Do I Find A Solicitor For A Deed Of Rectification?

At Solicitors Near Me, we’re here to help you find the right solicitor for your deed of rectification

We understand the importance of having a top-quality solicitor near you to act on your behalf, which is why we connect you with solicitors for FREE.

Yep, until you decide you want to proceed, there’s absolutely no commitment so you can focus on finding the right solicitor for you.

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Buying land from a neighbour can be a way to add more land to your property for several reasons.

But it can also be a complex legal process and you might not know where to begin.

As with anything when it comes to dealing with the land registry and property, it’s wise to seek expert legal advice to ensure that you’re doing everything as you should by meeting all of your legal obligations.

And there’s always a lot of paperwork involved…

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How Do You Buy Land From A Neighbour

Buying land from neighbours is a viable option for many people when they want to extend, add more space to the garden or for several reasons.

If you’re looking at doing just that, you’re probably wondering how you go about actually buying the land from your neighbour.

It might be that you’re buying garden land from your neighbour in the UK, which is one of the most common ways of purchasing land from your neighbour.

So, the first step is to do a bit of research on the land and find out whether your neighbour actually has the legal right to buy or sell it.

Not only that, but you must understand that there is a process to buying land from your neighbour and some key questions you need to ask, such as…

How much are you prepared to pay for the land? Have you factored in legal costs? And do you need a surveyor?

You’ll need to approach your neighbour to see if they’d be willing to sell the land as a lot of the preparatory work would be pointless if they have no interest in selling.

There’s also the reality that if there’s planning permission on the land already, it could raise the cost of buying it considerably, so it’s worth bearing that in mind. If they have a mortgage on the property, this could complicate things.

Because that would mean you’d need their lender to consent to release part of the property’s land into your ownership and they might not want to do that.

A lot will depend on the value of the land and the amount remaining on their mortgage because you’ll need the lender to remove their interest on the land to be able to buy it.
How To Value Land Buying From A Neighbour

It goes without saying that you want to pay a fair price (as low as possible if we’re being honest) for the land).

That’s why research is important to understand the value of the land based on whether there’s a mortgage on it if it has planning permission, the value of property and land in the area, whether there are any restrictive covenants and other factors.

If the land hasn’t already been advertised for sale, then you might be starting from scratch and it can be hard to know what to expect to pay.

One thing you can do is to contact a land valuer or estate agent to value the land before you negotiate a price with the owner.

Remember, there is a lot to consider for both you and your neighbour…

The fact that their property value will fall will need to be factored in and if there is any structure on the land such as a summer house, shed, patio or boundary wall then the price is probably going to increase.

And it might be that they have plans that increase the value in their own mind.

Do I Need A Solicitor To Buy Land From A Neighbour

As with anything, it’s entirely up to you.

The reality is that buying land from a neighbour can be complicated and there is a lot of legal documentation to complete as well as entering negotiations with your neighbour, filing with the land registry, and speaking to lenders.

Seeking legal advice from an expert solicitor can be invaluable in the long run when you consider the amount of time, effort, and expertise required during any property or land purchase – never mind if it becomes more complex.

How Do I Find A Solicitor To Buy Land From A Neighbour

At Solicitors Near Me, we’re here to help you do just that – find the right solicitor for you to help you buy land from a neighbour.

We connect you with expert solicitors near you for FREE so you can decide whether they’re the right fit for you to help with your land purchase.

And having that expert legal advice available to you might prove to be invaluable…

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Leasehold solicitors can assist with leasehold property matters whether you’re buying or selling a leasehold property or simply looking for assistance with specific legal matters relating to the property.

Leasehold is a specific type of property ownership that has its own unique legal rights and many properties in the UK are sold on a leasehold basis.

Leasehold enfranchisement solicitors are experts in this specific area of property law and can assist with any leasehold issues you have.

Seeking legal advice when it comes to leasehold agreements is a wise decision given the complex nature of the legalities and you must understand your legal responsibilities.

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Leasehold Solicitor For A Sale Or Purchase Of Property

If you’re buying or selling a leasehold property, there are some key considerations you need to make.

In its simplest terms, if you own the freehold of your property, it means you own the building AND the land. But if your property is leasehold, it means you own the property but NOT the building or land and you must pay ground rent to the freeholder.

A lease is essentially a contract between the leasehold and the freehold which sets out certain requirements in the relationship – it might mean that certain alterations can’t happen to the property without the leaseholder’s consent, for example.

There are more leasehold properties than ever in the UK after a significant number of new build properties sold directly through the property developer were sold as leasehold properties.

The government set out plans to change the rules on leasehold properties in 2017 to ban this practice, but it’s yet to be enshrined in law, meaning that new leasehold properties are still being sold today.

Leases can vary from property to property and specific covenants might exist that you need to be aware of when dealing with a property transaction, as well as who is responsible for any maintenance costs. Ground rent is either paid at a fixed rate or an escalating rate, which means that fees can increase after a fixed period (e.g., 5 or 10 years).

Maintenance and service charges are usually in place to pay for the upkeep and maintenance of shared areas such as gardens or elevators, hallways, and building insurance – this is common in apartment blocks.

What Is Leasehold Enfranchisement

Leasehold enfranchisement is the process where you either extend your lease or purchase a share of the freehold (this is known as ‘collective enfranchisement’).

Because with leasehold properties you only own the property for a set period as agreed in the lease (this might be 100 years, 1000 years, or a similarly long period of time), purchasing or extending the leasehold might be necessary at some point.

If you’re selling a leasehold property, you should be aware that the shorter the amount of time remaining on the the lease, the less value the property has.

Often solicitors will advise you to consider extending or purchasing the lease when it has around 85-90 years remaining as when the lease falls below 80 years, it can cost a lot more to purchase due to the calculations made on lease extensions.

How Do You Find The Best Leasehold Enfranchisement Solicitor

At Solicitors Near Me, we’re here to help you find the best leasehold enfranchisement solicitor for your needs.

We understand that in this complex and confusing area of law, having an expert solicitor that you can rely on is vital to ensuring you achieve the outcome you’re looking for.

Whether you’re buying or selling a property or looking to extend your lease, knowing what your options are and the best route forwards is essential.

We connect you with expert leasehold enfranchisement solicitors near where you live for free so that you can decide whether they’re the right fit for you and whether you want to proceed with them for your requirements.

Leasehold Enfranchisement Solicitor Costs

The cost of a leasehold enfranchisement solicitor can vary depending on the services you require and how complex the leasehold is. The unfortunate reality of the situation is that it’s unclear what the definite cost will be until the project is underway and all of the facts are discovered.

The good news is that solicitors can often agree on an informal cost estimate to give you some certainty in your leasehold enfranchisement case – costs can begin at £500 but run into the thousands depending on your circumstances, how many people are involved in the case, and what you’re hoping to achieve.

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Pulling out of a house sale can be a stressful decision to make.

There are many reasons why you might choose or need to pull out of your house sale but it can be confusing knowing where you stand from a legal and financial point of view.

The good news is that you’re well within your rights to pull out of a house purchase…

Until you exchange contracts. Once you do that, you’re bound by the subjects and terms set out in the contract, which is legally binding.

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Can You Pull Out Of A House Sale

Yes.

Okay, there is a bit more to it than that, but the basic point is that you absolutely can pull out of a house sale if you want to. You might have had a chance in circumstances, your purchase might have fallen through, or you might simply have changed your mind, but whatever the reason, it’s important to know that you can.

Pulling out of a house purchase before exchange is possible but you might still be liable for certain charges and costs.

If you’re selling your house and you want to pull out, you should speak to your solicitor and ensure that you check the terms of your agreement as signed by your estate agent.

When Can You Pull Out Of A House Sale Without Incurring Costs

You can pull out of a house sale without incurring costs before you exchange contracts in some cases. For example, if your solicitor has a no sale, no fee agreement with you then you won’t incur any further costs.

It all comes down to who is looking to remove themselves from the house sale and the agreements you have – if you have a buyer that is happy to proceed but you decide to pull out, you might still need to pay your estate agent’s fee.

If your solicitor has started work on your property purchase and/or sale, the reality of the situation is that they’ll probably still charge you for the work conducted up to that point.

There’s different ways that fee can be calculated but if you check the terms of agreement you signed with your solicitor or conveyancer, it’ll set out what to expect if you pull out of the sale of your home. The most common outcome is for you to pay for the work carried out so far which might be billed at their hourly rate.

Plus, any costs incurred by your solicitor will also need to be covered. However, it’s common that many solicitors require an upfront payment for their services to cover costs for searches and various admin requirements before they begin working with you.

If it’s a leasehold property that you’re selling, payments made to managing agents, landlords, and leaseholds might not be recoverable either, nor will any mortgage adviser’s fees as part of your property move.

Pulling Out Of A House Sale Before Exchange

Pulling out of a house sale before exchange isn’t unheard of but you should consider all of your options before you make a final decision.

Moving house can be a long and expensive process so it’s important that you speak to your solicitor and explain your reasons so that they can advise on your best route forwards to ensure that you don’t end up having to pay out significant fees without selling your home.

Pulling Out Of A House Sale Or Purchase After Exchange – Can You Do It?

This is something that needs serious consideration if you’re planning on doing it.

Pulling out of a house sale or purchase after exchange can carry significant costs and legal ramifications, so it’s not a decision to take lightly.

It might lead your buyer or seller to issue a ‘notice to complete’ which gives you a 10-day period to complete the sale and if you’re unable to, this will mean you’re in breach of contract.

If you’re a buyer and you wish to pull out after exchanging contracts, the seller WILL be entitled to end the contract AND keep the deposit. They are then free to sell the property and any contents that have been agreed to another buyer as well as claiming damages from you as well as any losses occurred. That might be a depreciation in the value of the property, for example.

If you’re a seller and you’re pulling out after exchanging contracts, you have some legal obligations to deal with.

If you as the seller fail to complete the sale, the buyer can claim a daily rate of interest for the notice to complete, they can claim the original deposit, and any documents must be returned by the buyer to you – but you’ll need to cover the cost of doing so.

There is also a cost over the breach of contract that could mean you end up in a court dispute over losses incurred.

Solicitors Near Me To Advise On Pulling Out Of House Sale Or Purchase

If you’re thinking about pulling out of your house sale or purchase, you should carefully consider your options.

The best thing to do is to seek the advice of an expert conveyancing solicitor to help understand what the best way to proceed is, and at Solicitors Near Me, we’re here to assist with exactly that.

We connect you with expert conveyancing solicitors near you to ensure you have access to the very best legal advice – and you don’t pay a penny for our service.

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