In my recent blog, I explained the difference between registered and unregistered properties (Conveyancing Blog: What is an Unregistered Property? – Guest Walker). When a property is unregistered with the Land Registry, the proof of ownership is evidenced by a...
When buying or selling property, how the title to the property is evidenced will be slightly different depending upon whether it is registered or unregistered. Currently approx 85% of property and land in England and Wales is registered. Registered Property It might...
Local Authority searches are an essential part of buying a house and they are also required by mortgage lenders. There are two parts to a local authority search – an LLC1 and a CON29. The LLC1 – Local Land Charge Register covers any charges or restrictions relating to...
Property fraud is surprisingly quite common. In 2018 the Land Registry reported that 71% of fraud committed in that year was property fraud and 2022 could see record levels.The pandemic has made things worse. It has meant you can purchase a property without meeting...
If you are in the process of placing your property on the market or looking to buy a property, you may hear “completion” for the sale or purchase, but what does this actually mean. It is important you understand what this means and there are things you...