My husband and I are purchasing a new build duplex in Chiswick and my conveyancer is informing me that she is duty bound to the lender to reveal incentives from the developer. The Estate Agents are hassling me to exchange contracts and my preference is not to delay matters. Is my lawyer right?
You should not exchange unless you have been advised to do so by your property lawyer. A precondition to being on a bank panel is to comply with the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook specifications. The CML Conveyancing Handbook requires that your lawyer have the appropriate Disclosure of Incentive form completed by the developer and accepted by your lender.
I have Fifty Six years remaining on my lease and need a lease extension for my apartment in Chiswick. Conveyancing solicitors on the Chelsea Building Society panel can deal with such extensions right?
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are securing a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Chelsea Building Society have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 21/1/2026 the requirements read as follows :
A colleague pointed out to me me that in buying a property in Chiswick there may be various restrictions preventing external changes to the property. Is this right?
We are aware of a number of properties in Chiswick which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to external alterations. Part of the conveyancing in Chiswick should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.
I am purchasing a property in Chiswick. A rare aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. Solicitors conducting should look into this right? Will my lender Clydesdale be concerned?
As your lender is Clydesdale your lawyer must comply with the conveyancing instructions set out in Section two of UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook for Clydesdale. The CML Handbook sets out minimum requirements for solar panel roof-space leases, and property lawyers are required to report to Clydesdale where a lease fails to comply with these provisions. The requirements relate to the installation of panels on properties nationwide and is not restricted to Chiswick.
I have finally had an offer on an apartment in Chiswick accepted, but there is a chain. The vendors have offered on a property, but it’s not been accepted yet, and are looking at other flats booked. I have chosen a bricks and mortar conveyancing solicitor in Chiswick. What do I do now? When do I get the mortgage application with Skipton started?
It is normal to have apprehensions where there is a chain as you are unlikely to want to be too out of pocket too early (home loan application is approx one thousand pounds, then survey, Chiswick conveyancing search fees, etc). The first thing to do is check that your lawyer is on the Skipton approved list. Concerning the next steps this very much depends on the circumstances of your transaction, desire for this property and on the state of the market. In a rising market the majority of home buyers will apply for a home loan with Skipton and pay for the valuation and only if it comes back ok would they pay their solicitor to proceed with searches.
I decided to have a survey done on a house in Chiswick prior to retaining solicitors. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold overhang to the property. Our surveyor advised that some lenders tend refuse to give a loan on such a premises.
It varies from the lender to lender. Bank of Scotland has different requirements for example to Halifax. Should you wish to call us we can investigate further with the relevant bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Chiswick. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.
In sourcing the world wide web for the words on line conveyancing in Chiswick it reveals many conveyancersin the area. How do I determine which is the suitable conveyancer for my move?
The preferential method of seeking the right conveyancer is through a personal testimonial, so ask colleagues and those you trust who have acquired a property in Chiswick or a respected estate agent or financial adviser. Charges for conveyancing in Chiswick vary, so it's sensible to request a minimum of three estimates from different law firms. Be sure to secure confirmation that the costs are guaranteed not to rise.