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Bournemouth Conveyancing Statistics*

  • 1 Percentage of cases in Bournemouth that are buy to let is 19%
  • 2 Percentage of leasehold conveyancing cases in Bournemouth with service charge retention of 3%
  • 3 Average time from start to completion was 116 days for conveyancing in Bournemouth
  • 4 50% freehold and 50% leasehold conveyancing in Bournemouth for this year to date
  • 5 Percentage of leasehold conveyancing purchases in Bournemouth is 42% where there is a share in the management company or freehold company

Examples of recent conveyancing in Bournemouth since January 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Bournemouth

My mortgage broker has requested my Bournemouth solicitor’s panel reference for the HSBC conveyancing panel. How do I obtain this. I have tried my local Bournemouth office but they have not responded to me.

Have you tried speaking to your Bournemouth property lawyer about this?. Most Bournemouth law practices will keep a file or database of lender panel information which would include, if applicable, their conveyancing panel details for each mortgage company.

My brother and I have lately acquired a house in Bournemouth. We have noticed several issues with the property which we believe were overlooked in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? Can you clarify the nature of searches that needed to have been conducted for conveyancing in Bournemouth?

The query is vague as what problems have arisen and if they are specific to conveyancing in Bournemouth. Conveyancing searches and investigations initiated during the legal transfer of property are designed to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a property owner fills in a document called a SPIF. answers is incorrect, you could possibly take legal action against the owner for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Bournemouth.

Do all mortgage companies provide you with an approved list of Bournemouth conveyancing solicitors? How do you know who is on the RBS conveyancing panel?

Bournemouth conveyancing firms themselves provide us confirmation that they are on the RBS conveyancing panel as opposed to being supplied with a list from RBS directly.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold element on a property I have offered on last month in what was supposed to be a quick, no chain conveyancing. Bournemouth is where the house is located. Can you offer any advice?

Flying freeholds in Bournemouth are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Bournemouth you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds very carefully. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Bournemouth may determine 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 residence.

My step-father has encouraged me to instruct his lawyers for conveyancing in Bournemouth. Should I find my own conveyancer?

There are no two ways about it the ideal way to find a conveyancing lawyer is to get referrals from friends or relatives who have previously instructed the firm you're contemplating using.

I today plan to offer on a house that seems to meet my requirements, at a reasonable price which is making it more attractive. I have subsequently found out that the title is leasehold rather than freehold. I would have thought that there are issues buying a leasehold house in Bournemouth. Conveyancing advisers have not yet been appointed. Will they explain the issues?

Most houses in Bournemouth are freehold rather than leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local conveyancer used to dealing with such properties who can assist with the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are purchasing in Bournemouth in which case you should be looking for a Bournemouth conveyancing solicitor and be sure that they are used to dealing with leasehold houses. First you will need to check the unexpired lease term. As a tenant you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want with the house. The lease will likely included provisions such as requiring the landlord’sconsent to conduct changes to the property. It may be necessary to pay a service charge towards the upkeep of the estate where the property is located on an estate. Your lawyer will advise you fully on all the issues.

I purchased a 2 bed flat in Bournemouth, conveyancing was carried out in 2007. Can you work out an approximate cost of a lease extension? Corresponding properties in Bournemouth with over 90 years remaining are worth £195,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £45 charged once a year. The lease finishes on 21st October 2087

With only 63 years unexpired we estimate the price of your lease extension to span between £16,200 and £18,600 plus costs.

The figure that we have given is a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we cannot give you a more accurate figure without more comprehensive due diligence. Do not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There are no doubt additional issues that need to be considered and clearly you should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not move forward based on this information without first seeking the advice of a professional.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Bournemouth regulated by the SRA

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

  • French Law Matters, Suite 1 First Floor, Richmond House, Richmond Hill, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 6EZ
  • Scott Walby Llp, Fairview House, 17 Hinton Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 2EE
  • Rawlins Davy Limited, Heliting House, 35 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 6HT
  • Rawlins Davy, Heliting House, 35 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 6HT
  • Preston Redman Llp, Hinton House, Hinton Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 2EN

Planning law solicitors in Bournemouth regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Bournemouth with expertise in planning law. This should include advice on compulsory purchases in Bournemouth
  • Preston Redman Llp, Hinton House, Hinton Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 2EN
  • Steele Raymond Llp, Richmond Point, 43 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 6LR
  • Laceys Solicitors Llp, 5 Poole Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5QL
  • Lester Aldridge Trust Company, Russell House, 31 Oxford Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8EX
  • Lester Aldridge Company Secretarial Limited, Russell House, Oxford Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8EX

Typically, Bournemouth conveyancing for a sale has some of the following tasks

  • Lawyer instructed by the vendor on acceptance of the offer
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Drafting contract and related papers
  • Sending draft papers to the property lawyer acting for the buyer
  • Finalising the wording for contracts and responding to further questions from the purchaser’s property lawyer
  • Finalising the transfer document
  • Responding to requisitions raised by the purchaser’s property lawyer
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then completion formalities
  • Receiving sale proceeds and sending funds to the vendor, the estate agent and repaying the mortgage (if applicable)

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

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