Questions and Answers: Walderslade Lease Extensions

  • We are looking for lease extension for our flat in Walderslade and we are confused by the letter that we got from our freehold company. How long will it take?
  • I’m just looking for a studio flat to buy in the Walderslade area and was curious what the likely fees would be for a lease extension? It has 70 years remaining...
  • I need to extend my existing lease can you assist? My investigation with the Land Registry reveal that it has 79 years remaining
  • I have contacted my freeholder to extend my lease for my flat in Walderslade. Her has been in contact concerning charges etc. I need a quote for dealing with the legalities to secure a lease extension. The apartment currently has a 99 YR lease which started December 199.
  • The intention is to sell our garden flat in Walderslade but we may need to extend the lease, or at least cover the costs of our buyers. Can you recommend someone to help us?
  • I will soon view a two bedroom apartment, although not exactly my perfect property it has enough positives to suit me very well for my present situation. However after obtaining a copy of the title I've learnt that it only has 72 years left on the lease. It is also a repo so I'm guessing that the bank will not be interested in extending the lease. My main concern is would the short lease make it difficult to secure a mortgage?
  • I am planning to get a lease extension and am wondering what step I have to do first, I have been previously told that I have to have the finances in place before I commence the process, is this correct?
  • My (separately handling my lease extension) said I need a licence to alter given that I wish to carry out a loft extension to my property. Is this strictly required given that I have a share of the freehold. I've informally discussed the loft conversion with my co-freeholder some time ago and he had no objection once I reassured him that if my builder damages the roof I won't expect the co-freeholder to pay for future repairs to the roof. Assuming I need formal consent should I get the licence to alter and then start the lease extension process?
  • I an interested in finding out more about purchasing a leasehold residence. We intend 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 Walderslade area with a loft extension..We are really concerned as we are first time buyers...Please advise if we want to sublet the property?
  • Hopefully an easy question for you, how much are the legal fees for a lease extension on a residential property in Walderslade for a one bed flat - sec 42 having been issued?

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