I chose a high street firm for my conveyancing in Caterham yesterday. After carefully reading the Terms I noteI am on the hook for costs even if the movedoes not happen. Would I be best advised to choose an internet firm offering no move no charge conveyancing in Caterham?

It is usually a trade off in that if "No Sale No Fee" is advertised then the fee levels will generally be higher to neutralise the conveyances that do not proceed. Do bear in mind that such promotions generally do not cover expenditure for example Caterham conveyancing search charges.

I have 71 years remaining on my lease and need a lease extension for my flat in Caterham. Conveyancing solicitors on the Tesco Bank panel can deal with such extensions correct?

Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are getting a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Tesco Bank have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 28/1/2026 the requirements read as follows :

I am downsizing from my house. My previous lawyers have shut. I am in need of a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. Im based in Caterham if that makes a difference.

Do use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Caterham. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with regulated solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move goes with a minimum of fuss.

Last August I purchased a leasehold flat in Caterham. Am I liable to pay service charges for periods before completion of my purchase?

In a situation where the service charge has already been demanded from the previous owner and they have not paid you would not usually be personally liable for the arrears. However, your landlord may still be able to take action to forfeit the lease. It is an essential part of leasehold conveyancing for your conveyancer to be sure to have an up to date clear service charge receipt before completion of your purchase. If you have a mortgage this is likely to be a requirement of your lender.

If you purchase part way through an accounting year you may be liable for charges not yet demanded even if they relate to a period prior to your purchase. In such circumstances your conveyancer would normally arrange for the seller to set aside some money to cover their part of the period (usually called a service charge retention).

We have reached the end of our tether in trying to purchase the freehold in Caterham. Can this matter be resolved via the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal?

You certainly can. We can put you in touch with a Caterham conveyancing firm who can help.

An example of a Freehold Enfranchisement decision for a Caterham premises is 223 Brighton Road in September 2013. The premium payable for the acquisition freehold of the properties should be £10,934 (Ten thousand,nine hundred and thirty four pounds) This case affected 3 flats. The unexpired lease term was 75 years.

Are you able recommend a good property lawyer to do the acquisition of a maisonette in Caterham. We are hoping to secure the flat for £240000 with a mortgage from Coventry BS. We reside in Caterham but dont require the solicitors to be based in Caterham.

LenderPanel.com is limited to being a directory service for solicitors who wish to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Coventry BS in certain locations for example Caterham . We dont recommend any particular conveyancing practitioner.