Title deeds imminent and alterations
Posted: 18 Mar 2014 09:21
Hi there
We are interested in a property but are told title deeds are imminent. An AX number has been given. We have instructed a lawyer from the list by the British High Commission to look into the timescale of the title deeds being issued as this is a resale property on a development where we believe that everyone is still waiting for their title deeds. I assume that these will be issued all at the same time. Our lawyer is doing a thorough search to make sure that all procedures have been followed in applying for the AX number, no mortgages etc and to find out when title deeds will be issued. I hope we are doing the best to try and protect ourselves if we go ahead with the purchase.
Also as a matter of interest, the house has a garage space but no door. Would we be allowed to add a door before title deeds are issued or would we have to wait until house is in our name? Also changing a window into sliding patio doors?
Thanks
Gemmitch
We are interested in a property but are told title deeds are imminent. An AX number has been given. We have instructed a lawyer from the list by the British High Commission to look into the timescale of the title deeds being issued as this is a resale property on a development where we believe that everyone is still waiting for their title deeds. I assume that these will be issued all at the same time. Our lawyer is doing a thorough search to make sure that all procedures have been followed in applying for the AX number, no mortgages etc and to find out when title deeds will be issued. I hope we are doing the best to try and protect ourselves if we go ahead with the purchase.
Also as a matter of interest, the house has a garage space but no door. Would we be allowed to add a door before title deeds are issued or would we have to wait until house is in our name? Also changing a window into sliding patio doors?
Thanks
Gemmitch