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Cheap conveyancing in Chew Magna does not necessarily mean low quality - but the odds are stacked against you

Main reasons to use our service to help you select a high street conveyancing solicitor in Chew Magna

  • 1 Using a a family Solicitor generally means that you will receive a more bespoke service. Sometimes when dealing with a large conveyancing firm, you tend to be looked after by a team of people who who progress matters by determining whether the ‘computers says no’.
  • 2 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Chew Magna is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by large estate agency chains) sometimes falls short of the high standards of professionalism you will expect.
  • 3 There is a strong possibility the the solicitors for the other party have offices in Chew Magna - if so both parties are likely to be less confrontational
  • 4 Notwithstanding what alternative companies inform you it may be necessary to pop into your conveyancer to execute contracts. There are various parties with involved in a conveyancing transaction without needing to add Royal Mail into the pot.
  • 5 Chew Magna conveyancing lawyers are likely to acquainted with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and selling agents

Examples of recent conveyancing in Chew Magna since December 2023*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Chew Magna

I am need of leasehold conveyancing for an apartment in a relatively new development (five years old) in Chew Magna. The vast majority the appartments are already sold. Is it strictly necessary to order neighbourhood searches for my conveyancing in Chew Magna?

You are opening yourself up to an unnecessary risk in not carrying out Chew Magna conveyancing searches. Without searches you have no clarity over flooding, environmental etc which may mean you walk away due to potential problems down the line. If you are buying mortgage free there is no legal requirement to have them, but we would strongly advise in the strongest possible terms that you have them. Where accelerating the process and price are top of your concerns you should consider with your solicitor about the options such as lack of search insurance available to you

As someone unfamiliar with conveyancing in Chew Magna what is the number one tip you can impart for the house moving process in Chew Magna

You may not hear this from too many lawyers but conveyancing in Chew Magna and elsewhere in England and Wales is an adversarial experience. In other words, when it comes to conveyancing there is an abundance of opportunity for friction between you and others involved in the home moving process. For instance, the vendor, property agent and on occasion your lender. Appointing a solicitor for your conveyancing in Chew Magna is a critical decision as your conveyancer is your adviser, and is the SOLE party in the transaction whose role it is to protect your best interests and to keep you safe.

We are witnessing a definite ongoing adversarial element to conveyancing- someone has to be at fault for the process taking so long. We recommend that you your first instinct should be to trust your conveyancer ahead of all other parties when it comes to the legal assignment of property.

I used Action Conveyancing a few years ago for my conveyancing in Chew Magna. Now, I need the documents however the law firm has closed. What do I do?

Do call the Solicitors Regulatory Authority (SRA) to assist in tracking down your conveyancing files. They can be contacted on please contact on 0870 606 2555. Alternatively, you should use their online form to make an enquiry. You will need to provide the SRA with as much information as possible to assist their search, including the name and address in Chew Magna of the conveyancing firm of solicitors you previously instructed, the name of conveyancing solicitor with whom you had dealings, and the date on which you last had dealings with the firm.

In what way can the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 affect my business offices in Chew Magna and how can you help?

The 1954 Act gives a safeguard to commercial lessees, granting the a statutory right to apply to court for a renewal lease and continue in occupation at the end of the lease term. There are certain specified grounds that a landlord can refuse a lease renewal and the rules are involved. We are happy to direct you to commercial conveyancing firms who use the act for protection and assist with commercial conveyancing in Chew Magna

My wife and I purchased a leasehold flat in Chew Magna. Conveyancing and Platform Home Loans Ltd mortgage went though with no issue. I have received a letter from someone saying they have taken over the reversionary interest in the property. Attached was a demand for arrears of ground rent dating back to 1991. The conveyancing solicitor in Chew Magna who previously acted has now retired. What should I do?

First contact HMLR to be sure that this person is indeed the new freeholder. It is not necessary to instruct a Chew Magna conveyancing practitioner to do this as it can be done on-line for £3. You should note that regardless, even if this is the rightful landlord, under the Limitation Act 1980 the limitation period for recovery of ground rent is six years.

Chew Magna Leasehold Conveyancing - Examples of Queries before Purchasing

    For most Chew Magna leaseholds the cost for major works tend not to be included within maintenance charges, although some managing agents in Chew Magna obliged leasehold owners to contribute towards a sinking fund and this is used to offset against larger repairs or maintenance. Is anyone aware of any major works anticipated that will likely increase the service costs? Best to be warned if window replacement or some other significant cost is due shortly to be shared by the tenants and will dramatically increase the the maintenance costs or necessitate a one off payment.

My wife and I soon to complete buying a house in Chew Magna but as a result of wreckage from the recent storms I have agreed reparation from the seller of £2k by way of a deduction in the price. This was going to be dealt with as part of the conveyancing process yet the mortgage company will not agree to this. Should they have been approached?

Any property lawyer that is on the bank conveyancing panel is required to inform the mortgage company of any changes to the purchase price. If you were to refuse your property lawyer to notify the price change to your mortgage company then they would have to discontinue representing you and the mortgage company.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Chew Magna regulated by the SRA

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

  • Peter Burrows & Co, 194 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS3 1JF
  • Watkins Solicitors Incorporating Brain Sinnott & Co, 192 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 1JF
  • Cooke Painter Limited, 314 Wells Road, Knowle, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS4 2QG
  • David Lees & Co, 319 Wells Road, Bristol, Avon, BS4 2QD
  • Nelson Legal Llp, Victory House, 172 Wells Road, Knowle, Bristol, BS4 2AL

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Chew Magna regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Chew Magna with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Chew Magna. This could include advice on buying or selling a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail unit
  • Watkins Solicitors Incorporating Brain Sinnott & Co, 192 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 1JF
  • Cooke Painter Limited, 314 Wells Road, Knowle, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS4 2QG
  • David Lees & Co, 319 Wells Road, Bristol, Avon, BS4 2QD
  • Veale Wasbrough Vizards Llp, Narrow Quay House, Narrow Quay, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS1 4QA
  • Veale Wasbrough Executor And Trustee Company, Narrow Quay House, Narrow Quay, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS1 4QA

Domestic Licensed Conveyancers in Chew Magna regulated by the CLC

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Chew Magna but also conveyancing across England and Wales.
  • Ocean Property Lawyers Ltd, The Plaza, 275 North Street, BS3 1JN
  • Key Property Lawyers Limited, Barley Lodge, BS31 2BP

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

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