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Logical reasons to use our service to assist you choose a high street conveyancing solicitor in Bedford Hill

  • 1 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might be tempting. However, these firms are often based hundreds of miles away with little understanding of the factors that affect property transactions in Bedford Hill
  • 2 The Bedford Hill conveyancing firms that are identified are committed to supplying the most cost, efficient and transparent conveyancing service to home buyers, sellers and investors in Bedford Hill
  • 3 Excellent communication and a wealth of experience are key benefits that you should value when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Bedford Hill property deals can be made a lot more stressful as a result of poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers we work with ensure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments instantly.
  • 4 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Bedford Hill is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) often falls short of the high standards of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 5 Conveyancer conveyancing solicitors have valuable personal connections with Bedford Hill estate agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Bedford Hill since December 2024*

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Disposal

of terraced property, Verran Road, SW12 8BA completing on 10/01/2025 at a price of £827,321. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, ordering official copies of the title, sending title deeds and executed transfer to buyer’s solicitor

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Acquisition

of flat Laitwood Road SW12 9QH, purchased for £810,500. Leasehold conveyancing work included: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, sending the transfer to the seller for signature in preparation for completion, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client

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Disposal

of terraced property, Tantallon Road, SW12 8DF completing on 17/01/2025 at a price of £1,850,000. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, securing official copies of the title

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Disposal

of flat Bedford Hill SW12 9HE, at buying amount of £310,000. Leasehold conveyancing included: sending the transfer to the vendor for execution in readiness for completion, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, ordering official copies of the title

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Bedford Hill

I have just been advised by my mortgage broker that my Bedford Hill the law firm I have appointed is not on the lender Solicitor panel. How can I check?

The sensible course of action for you to take is to call your Bedford Hill lawyer directly. It is reasonable to expect your lawyer to inform you what has happened. If they are not on the panel they may be able to suggest a Bedford Hill conveyancing practice that is on the conveyancing panel for your lender.

I purchased a freehold property in Bedford Hill but still invoiced for rent, why is this and what is this?

It is rare for properties in Bedford Hill and has limited impact for conveyancing in Bedford Hill but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.

Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges have existed for hundreds of years, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the generation of new rentcharges post 1977.

Previous rentcharges can now be extinguished by making a one off payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence in 2037 is to be extinguished.

My mortgage company has recommended a law firm on their panel based in Bedford Hill but I would rather instruct a conveyancing lawyer in Bedford Hill local to me. Are you able to assist?

It is by no means the case that all Bedford Hill conveyancing solicitors are listed all banks conveyancing panel. Use the above search tool to choose a Bedford Hill conveyancing firm on the on the lender panel.

I am looking for a flat up to £245,000 and found one round the corner in Bedford Hill I like with amenity areas and transport links in the vicinity, the downside is that it's only got 51 years unexpired on the lease. There is not much else in Bedford Hill for this price, so just wondered if I would be making a mistake buying a short lease?

Should you require a home loan the shortness of the lease will be problematic. Reduce the offer by the amount the lease extension will cost if it has not already been discounted. If the existing owner has owned the property for a minimum of twenty four months you could ask them to commence the lease extension formalities and then assign it to you. An additional ninety years can be extended on to the current lease and have £0 ground rent by law. You should speak to your conveyancing solicitor concerning this matter.

I'm converting the mortgage on my primary house to a buy to let mortgage with Virgin Money and intend to use the remaining equity as a down payment on further house. The area we are talking about is Bedford Hill. Will your conveyancers be able to act for both sets of lenders and link together the conveyances?

Make use of our comparison tool on this site to be sure that the lawyers are approved by both lenders. Assuming that they are your solicitor should be able to tie up the two transactions but you should have a chat with you lawyer and communicate your desired outcome and requirements.

I have recently realised that I have 68 years unexpired on my flat in Bedford Hill. I now wish to extend my lease but my freeholder is missing. What should I do?

On the basis that you meet the appropriate requirements, under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 you can submit an application to the County Court for for permission to dispense with the service of the initial notice. This will mean that your lease can be granted an extra 90 years by the Court. However, you will be required to prove that you have done all that could be expected to locate the landlord. In some cases a specialist should be useful to carry out a search and to produce a report which can be used as proof that the freeholder is indeed missing. It is advisable to get professional help from a property lawyer both on proving the landlord’s disappearance and the application to the County Court overseeing Bedford Hill.

I have tried to negotiate informally with with my landlord for a lease extension without success. Can the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal adjudicate on such issues? Can you recommend a Bedford Hill conveyancing firm to act on my behalf?

Most certainly. We are happy to put you in touch with a Bedford Hill conveyancing firm who can help.

An example of a Lease Extension case for a Bedford Hill premises is First Floor Flat 152a Ramsden Road in June 2009. The net result of the tribunals calculation produced a premium payable of £23,975. This case was in relation to 1 flat. The unexpired residue of the current lease was 56.67 years.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Bedford Hill regulated by the SRA

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

  • A-z Law Solicitors Limited, 198-200 Balham High Road, London, SW12 9BP
  • Sjs Solicitors, 82 Balham High Road, Balham, London, SW12 9AG
  • Andrew Croft & Co, 240 Balham High Road, London, London, SW17 7AW
  • John Williamson Ltd, 55 Carminia Road, London, SW17 8AJ
  • Ines De Vecchi, 18 Holmside Road, London, SW12 8RJ

Residential Licensed Conveyancers in Bedford Hill regulated by the CLC

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Bedford Hill but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.
  • R & C Property Lawyers Llp, 10A Upper Tooting Road, SW17 7PG
  • Stratega Law Ltd, Sutherland House, W1F 7TE
  • Walter Saunders, 382 Brockley Road, SE4 2BY

Planning law solicitors in Bedford Hill regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Bedford Hill specialising in planning law. This could include advice on applications about listed buildings and conservation areas
  • William Innes, 56 Crescent Lane, London, SW4 9PU
  • Streathers Clapham Llp, 53 Clapham High Street, London, SW4 7TG
  • Techlawyer Limited, 22 Groveside Court, Lombard Road, London, SW11 3RQ
  • Mark Taylor & Company, 310 Harbour Yard, Chelsea Harbour, London, SW10 0XD
  • Ashworths Solicitors Llp, The Old Exchange, 12 Compton Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 7QD

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

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