Absolute title

[realleo]

I have just purchased a property where the previous owner had lost the deeds. The house and land had never been registered having been built in the 1960s.
Upon registration we have been given a title of possesionary freehold. Does anyone know how to have this upgraded to absolute freehold besides waiting 12 years.
Many thanks
leo

[Golden Shred]

Other than finding the original deeds there isn't any way. 12 years must elapse.

[buildersmate]

Correct. I trust you were able to negotiate a discount for the inconvenience and/or had them purchase an indemnity policy in case someone else emerges in the meantime with an easement or other legal concession that could impact the quality of the land title.