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Uttoxeter Conveyancing Statistics*

  • 1 Average time from start to completion was 244 days for conveyancing in Uttoxeter
  • 2 September was the busiest month and October was the next busiest month while November was the least busiest month of the year for conveyancing in Uttoxeter
  • 3 Average time frame of 35 days for registration of title in Uttoxeter
  • 4 Percentage of cases in Uttoxeter that are buy to let is 20%
  • 5 87% freehold and 13% leasehold conveyancing in Uttoxeter for this year to date

Examples of recent conveyancing in Uttoxeter since February 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Uttoxeter

I am not in a position to travel far from Uttoxeter. Can you please explain the reason why all Uttoxeter solicitors are not on all bank panels?

Banks point to the fact that solicitor-led fraud is considered to be responsible for millions of pounds of fraud every year.The dismissal of law firms from lender panels started with the rise in mortgage fraud, which prompted a thematic review by the Financial Services Authority in 2011. Its conclusions included recommendations for mortgage companies to review their conveyancing panels, which kicked off a major policy change in the sector. It resulted in lenders pruning less reputable firms from their official list of approved conveyancing practitioners .

At what point will exchange of contracts happen for sale conveyancing in Uttoxeter and am I required to attend the lawyers branch?

Where you are round the corner to our conveyancing solicitors in Uttoxeter you are invited in to sign the paperwork. That being said, the lender approved solicitors we recommend provide a nationwide conveyancing service and give just as diligent and professional a job for you when dealing with you electronically. The executing of the sale agreement is not the point of no return. A signed contract is just a prerequisite for the firm to exchange contracts at the appropriate time, which will usually be very shortly after signing. The exchange process is nowadays normally dealt with by telephone and can be very rapid, although where a long "chain" is in the mix, since the process requires the relevant party's solicitor (not necessarily a conveyancing solicitor in Uttoxeter)to be in the office available at the end of the phone to exchange contracts.

I require expedited conveyancing in Uttoxeter as I have pressure to exchange contracts within 4 weeks. Luckily I do not need a mortgage. Can I escape the need for conveyancing searches to save fees and time?

As you are are a mortgage free purchaser you have the choice not to have searches conducted although no solicitor would suggest that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Uttoxeter the following are instances of what can appear and therefore impact market value: Refused Planning Applications, Outstanding Charges, Outstanding Grants, Unadopted Roads,...

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold element on a property I put an offer in a fortnight ago in what was supposed to be a straight forward, chain free conveyancing. Uttoxeter is the location of the property. What do you suggest?

Flying freeholds in Uttoxeter are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Uttoxeter you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds thoroughly. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Uttoxeter may ascertain that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold property.

What advice can you give us when it comes to choosing a Uttoxeter conveyancing firm to carry out our lease extension conveyancing?

If you are instructing a solicitor for lease extension works (regardless if they are a Uttoxeter conveyancing firm) it is imperative that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of conveyancing. We advise that you make enquires with two or three firms including non Uttoxeter conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions could be of use:

    If they are not ALEP accredited then what is the reason? Can they put you in touch with clients in Uttoxeter who can give a testimonial?

I purchased a leasehold flat in Uttoxeter, conveyancing formalities finalised in 2001. Can you work out an approximate cost of a lease extension? Equivalent flats in Uttoxeter with over 90 years remaining are worth £211,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £45 invoiced annually. The lease expires on 21st October 2091

You have 67 years left to run we estimate the premium for your lease extension to span between £10,500 and £12,000 plus legals.

The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to advice on a more accurate figure without more comprehensive due diligence. Do not use this information in tribunal or court proceedings. There are no doubt additional issues that need to be taken into account and clearly you should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Neither should you take any other action placing reliance on this information without first seeking the advice of a professional.

A mortgage agreement from a bank for the remortgage of my 4 bedroom garden flat is to be issued any day now. Are you able to suggest a low cost remortgage conveyancing law firm in Uttoxeter ?

This site is not designed to help in pursuit of the cheapest conveyancing solicitors in Uttoxeter. Our goal is to offer cost effective conveyancing but our intention is not to advertise as being the cheapest. Do not be fooled by brokers offering low cost conveyancing in Uttoxeter.At best, in opting for cheap conveyancing, you will end up with what you pay for and at worst you will end up invoiced for extras and still not get the service you were hoping for.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Uttoxeter regulated by the SRA

It is important to note that the listed firms do not limit their work for conveyancing in Uttoxeter but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.

  • Ashley-shaun & Kemp Solicitors, 18 Carter Street, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8EU
  • Cowlishaw & Mountford, 90 High Street, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 7JD

Sale conveyancing in Uttoxeter almost always entails the following:

  • Taking instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Drawing up the contract and related papers
  • Supplying draft papers to the solicitor representing the buyer
  • Finalising the wording for contracts and answering supplemental enquires from the purchaser’s solicitor
  • Agreeing the transfer deed
  • Replying to requisitions raised by the buyer’s solicitor
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then completion formalities
  • Accepting the sale proceeds and wiring funds to the owner, the estate agent and other relevant parties (where appropriate)

Transfer of Equity conveyancing in Uttoxeter is a complex business, both legally and administratively. The exact order of events varies slightly, below are some of the tasks in the process:

  • Obtaining instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Following instructions from the lender (if appropriate)
  • Agreeing the terms of the transaction
  • Drawing up Transfer or approving the Transfer deed
  • Negotiating adjustments to the draft Transfer
  • Corresponding with parties concerning the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and transferring monies to the appropriate parties
  • Preparing and submitting to HMRC the correct Land Tax forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration procedures for the transfer of ownership and the mortgage (where appropriate) at the Land Registry.

*Source acknowledgement: House price data produced by Land Registry as well data supplied by Lexsure Ltd.

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