Frequently asked questions relating to Dawley and Lawley Lease Extensions

  • I have an interest in the freehold of buildings comprising of 8 flats each. 2 of the leaseholders want to extend their leases and I'm enquiring about the the process
  • I own a property in Dawley and Lawley and it has about sixety three years remaining. I'd like to arrange a lease extension by twenty years
  • We have seen a house for sale for £195k and we are very keen on but we've just discovered that it is leasehold. There are 928 years balance left so a lease extension is not a concern. We didn't know what this meant but the internet suggests we wouldn't own the land or property, just the lease to live there. Is this true? We wouldn't want to pay a mortgage for 25 years without the house being ours. Any guidance would be much appreciated.
  • I'm considering purchasing a garden flat (leasehold) but the landlord has been missing for around 15yrs. My question is would it be cheaper to try to buy the reversionary title or to extend lease and apply for RTM?
  • I'm looking for a flat to purchase in Dawley and Lawley and I'm not really familiar with the leasehold arrangement. I've found a one bedroom apartment I like with a 82 years lease. I've read that I can go for a lease extension having owned the property for a couple of years, but:- Should I anticipate any issue with the mortgage?
  • We have a residential flat in Dawley and Lawley with seventy four years left. Ten months ago we were quoted a deal to have a lease extension for a further fifty years but also uplift the ground rent from notional to £200 per annum..plus a premium I think of about 14k. We have now decided to go ahead but do we now have to start the negotiations again?
  • I am in need of a lease extension for my flat in Dawley and Lawley and was advised previously that I must get the funds readily available, is this the case or can I start the process beforehand?
  • I an interested in finding out more about leasehold property buying. We hope to buy a semi detached house which is leasehold property is there any problem involved or hidden costs. What are the downsides of purchasing a leasehold house in Dawley and Lawley area with a loft extension..We are really concerned as we are first time buyers...Please advise if we want to let the property?
  • I do not need a lease extension but I do need a vesting order on a property I want to acquire in Dawley and Lawley. The house is freehold but the garden is officially leasehold, 1000 year lease from 1889. Its the rear garden.
  • I require an estimate to extend my mother’s lease on a maisonette in Dawley and Lawley. She recently got a figure from the landlord for a lease extension but I am not sure it is too high.

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