Unit 4 Flashcards
What is the minimum claim value for construction?
£1500
What does the nhbc build mark scheme provide?
protection against all defects in first 2 years caused by builders failure to meet NHBC standards
AND
A further 8 years insurance protection against the full cost of all damage known as the minimum claim value
What is premier guarantee?
Is an insurance similar to buildmark
What does LABC work with?
Local authorities and building control surveyors
What is the consumer code for home builders?
Seeks to reinforce the protection for consumers - kind of like the ombudsman
What do lenders need to see in terms of construction?
Planning permission
How many days does the neighbour consultation last for?
21 days
Can a neighbour overturn permitted developments?
No
Can the council overturn building regulations?
Yes
Do you need permission for anything that is listed?
Yes
What is a conveyancer similar too?
Solicitor
Who do conveyancers carry out legal work for?
Lender
When the ownership of property is transferred from a vendor to a purchaser, when does the transaction have to be registered within?
30 days - completion date
How much are the legal costs for bankruptcy and who pays these?
£5-£10
The lender
How much are the land registry fees for a property work £1m?
£910
How much are the land registry fees for a property that is £80,000?
£40
When are the land registry fees paid?
This is paid after completion
Can the stamp duty surcharge be reclaimed if a couple buy a second property and use this as their main residence and sell their exisiting property within 36 months?
Yes
If a couple are living together in a property owned by one person can the other get an exemption of the surcharge on stamp duty?
No
Can stamp duty be paid on a transfer of equity?
Yes
Anything between husband and wife is?
Tax free
What does MIGP stand for?
Mortgage indemnity guarantee premium
For a lending of over 75% what will a lender charge a client?
Higher lending charge
What charge is used to purchase a mortgage indemnity guarantee premium?
Higher lending charge
What does mortgage indemnity guarantee premium protect?
The lender in the event of a shortfall should repossession take place
How do you calculate the ‘migable amount’?
Work out the LTV percentage on the house valued
Work out the difference between that amount and the amount of the mortgage granted
Use the percentage charge given in question to times the migable amount