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Logical reasons to use our service to help you choose a high street conveyancing solicitor in Dorchester On Thames

  • 1 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Dorchester On Thames is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) sometimes falls short of the high standards of professionalism you will expect.
  • 2 Cut price packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these organisations are often based hundreds of kilometers away with little appreciation of the factors that impact property transactions in Dorchester On Thames
  • 3 Excellent communication together with a wealth of experience are key benefits that you should value when choosing conveyancing solicitors. Dorchester On Thames home moves can become significantly more protracted because of lack of transparency between all the parties. The lawyers listed ensure that communication channels are open and act on arising issues and developments quickly.
  • 4 Dorchester On Thames property lawyers will have connections at the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and estate agents
  • 5 Dorchester On Thames lawyer are the key to a successful Dorchester On Thames conveyancing experience, keeping the process under control. They are on your side throughout, offering dedicated advice for the duration of your conveyancing

Examples of recent conveyancing in Dorchester On Thames since April 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Dorchester On Thames

Can you explain why leasehold purchase conveyancing in Dorchester On Thames is more expensive?

The conveyancing costs for a leasehold premises in Dorchester On Thames is frequently greater as compared to a freehold property. This is because there is an amount of extra investigations required in communicating with the landlord and managing agents to collate the information about whether the rent and service charges have been cleared and whether there are any large sums expected to be spent in the foreseeable future on repairs or maintenance of the block.

My father advised me that in buying a property in Dorchester On Thames there may be various restrictions as to what one can do in terms of external changes to the property. Is this right?

There are a number of properties in Dorchester On Thames which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to external alterations. Part of the conveyancing in Dorchester On Thames should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.

I am due to exchange contracts on my flat. I had a double glazing fitted in June 2010, but did not receive a FENSA certificate or Building Regulation Certificate. My purchaser’s lender, Bank of Ireland are being a right pain. The Dorchester On Thames solicitor who is on the Bank of Ireland conveyancing panel is happy to accept ‘lack of building regulation’ insurance but Bank of Ireland are insisting on a building regulation certificate. Why do Bank of Ireland have a conveyancing panel if they don't accept advice from them?

It is probably the case that Bank of Ireland have referred the matter to their valuer. The reason why Bank of Ireland may not want to accept indemnity insurance is because it does not give them any reassurance that the double glazing was correctly and safely installed. The indemnity insurance merely protects against enforcement action which is very unlikely anyway.

About to purchase house in Dorchester On Thames. I have received an online quote from a licenced conveyancer, which states: "There will be no charge for dealing with the Building Society if you are obtaining a mortgage". I take this to mean that there will be no additional fee if the solicitor is on the Kent Reliance conveyancing panel. I wanted to make sure it means there will be no additional fees for dealing with the mortgage.

They are simply saying that the cost for acting for the lender is included in the fee being quoted. It is worth you checking that the Dorchester On Thames property lawyer is on the Kent Reliance conveyancing panel.

Various web forums that I have visited warn that are a common cause of delay in Dorchester On Thames conveyancing transactions. Is this right?

The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) has noted the findings of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not feature within the most frequent causes of hindrances in the conveyancing process. Local searches are not likely to feature in any slowing down conveyancing in Dorchester On Thames.

How does conveyancing in Dorchester On Thames differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build premises in Dorchester On Thames approach us having been asked by the builder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is finished. This is because house builders in Dorchester On Thames usually purchase the site, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct conveyancing solicitors as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are accustomed to new build conveyancing in Dorchester On Thames or who has acted in the same development.

My company is wishing to lease a unit on the high street. Can you recommend conveyancers offering no-sale-no fees for commercial conveyancing in Dorchester On Thames for under 2k?

We are happy to recommend firms who host a wealth of experience of commercial conveyancing in Dorchester On Thames, including the sale and acquisition of businesses as well as simply property. Whether you are intending to buy or sell a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail unit or a whole business we will put you in touch with the right solicitor. Regarding the fees this will depend on the structure and heads of terms of the deal. Let us have your details or telephone so as to enable us to furnish you with comprehensive commercial conveyancing quote.

I need to instruct a conveyancing lawyer in Dorchester On Thames for my home move. Can I review a solicitor's record with the profession’s regulator?

One may see documented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) decisions stemming from investigations from 2008 onwards. Visit Check a solicitor's record. For information Pre 2008, or to check a solicitors record, ring 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 09.30 - 18.00 Tuesday. International callers, use +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator could recorded call for training requirements.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Dorchester On Thames regulated by the SRA

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

  • Hedges Law Limited, 16 Market Place, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 0AE
  • Challenor & Son, Stratton House, 50 Bath Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3LA
  • Law And Property Lawyers Limited, 5 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AL
  • Franklins, 15 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AN
  • Brookstreet Des Roches Llp, 25a Western Avenue, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4SH

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Dorchester On Thames regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Dorchester On Thames with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Dorchester On Thames. This could include advice on granting a lease to a commercial tenant
  • Hedges Law Limited, 16 Market Place, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 0AE
  • Challenor & Son, Stratton House, 50 Bath Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3LA
  • Law And Property Lawyers Limited, 5 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AL
  • Franklins, 15 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AN
  • Brookstreet Des Roches Llp, 25a Western Avenue, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4SH

Planning law solicitors in Dorchester On Thames regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Dorchester On Thames specialising in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including tree preservation orders
  • Law And Property Lawyers Limited, 5 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AL
  • Franklins, 15 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AN
  • Brookstreet Des Roches Llp, 25a Western Avenue, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4SH

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

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