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  • 1 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Edwinstowe is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by large estate agency chains) often falls short of the level of professionalism you will expect.
  • 2 Our site offers largest domestic conveyancing directory service identifying bank approved law practices delivering conveyancing in Edwinstowe regulated and authorised by the SRA or Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
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  • 4 The accumulation of transactions means that Edwinstowe lawyer have established valuable links with Edwinstowe local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and house builders enabling them to liaise at speed with all concerned in the process of undertaking your conveyancing in Edwinstowe.
  • 5 Lawyer conveyancing solicitors have extremely good personal connections with Edwinstowe selling agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Edwinstowe since March 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Edwinstowe

Is it necessary during the course of the conveyancing process to have a meeting at the offices of the solicitor to sign the mortgage deed? If so, I will appoint a lawyer who conducts conveyancing in Edwinstowe so that I can pop in to their offices when needed.

Whereas this was necessary twenty years ago, most lenders no longer oblige their conveyancing panel solicitor to witness the mortgagors signature. It will still be necessary for you to hand over identification documents and there are still distinct advantages to choosing a local practitioner, in your case a conveyancing solicitor in Edwinstowe.

Forgive me if this question is silly but I am unseasoned as a 1st time buyer of a two bedroom flat in Edwinstowe. Do I pick up the keys to the house on completion from my conveyancer? If this is the case, I will find a local conveyancing solicitor in Edwinstowe?

On the day of completion you do not need to attend the conveyancers office in Edwinstowe. Conveyancing lawyers for you will arrange to send the purchase money to the vendor’s lawyers, and shortly after the monies have arrived, you will be invited to receive the keys from the selling Agents and start moving into the property. This tends to happen between 1 and 3pm.

Is it the case that all Edwinstowe CQS (Conveyancing Quality Scheme) solicitors are on the Kent Reliance conveyancing list of approved firms?

It is true that some banks and building societies now use the accreditation scheme as the kick off point for Panel membership such as HSBC and Santander. The Law Society’s CQS membership however gives no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. That being said,the CML have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for firms wishing to join their approved list of conveyancing solicitors.

I can not fathom if my mortgage offer obliges me to make sure the lease term for the flat is extended prior to the completion date. I have called into my local Edwinstowe building society branch on numerous occasions and was told it wasn't an issue and they would lend. My Edwinstowe conveyancing solicitor - who is on the mortgage company conveyancing panel- called and was told they refuse to lend based on their specific requirements. Who do I believe?

Your lawyer must comply with the Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook Part 2 conditions for your bank. Unless your lawyer obtains specific confirmation in writing that the mortgage company will go ahead, your lawyer has no choice but to refrain from exchanging contract and committing you to the purchase. We would suggest that you ask the bank to contact your lawyer in writing confirming that they will accept the number of years remaining.

How does conveyancing in Edwinstowe differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build or newly converted property in Edwinstowe contact us having been asked by the housebuilder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is completed. This is because developers in Edwinstowe 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 property lawyers 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 Edwinstowe or who has acted in the same development.

I am looking for a leasehold apartment up to £305k and identified one near me in Edwinstowe I like with amenity areas and station nearby, the downside is that it only has 61 remaining years left on the lease. There is not much else in Edwinstowe suitable, so just wondered if I would be making a grave error buying a short lease?

If you need a home loan the shortness of the lease may be an issue. Discount the offer by the amount the lease extension will cost if not already taken into account. If the existing owner has owned the property for at least twenty four months you could ask them to commence the lease extension formalities and pass it to you. You can add 90 years to the current lease and have £0 ground rent by law. You should speak to your conveyancing solicitor regarding this.

What are your top tips when it comes to finding a Edwinstowe conveyancing firm to deal with our lease extension?

When appointing a property lawyer for lease extension works (regardless if they are a Edwinstowe conveyancing firm) it is most important that he or she should be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We suggest that you talk with two or three firms including non Edwinstowe conveyancing practices before you instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then so much the better. The following questions could be of use:

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

I purchased a 1 bedroom flat in Edwinstowe, conveyancing formalities finalised half a dozen years ago. Can you work out an approximate cost of a lease extension? Similar properties in Edwinstowe with an extended lease are worth £202,000. The ground rent is £60 levied per year. The lease expires on 21st October 2082

With just 57 years remaining on your lease we estimate the premium for your lease extension to range between £28,500 and £33,000 plus professional fees.

The figure that we have given is a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to provide a more accurate figure in the absence of comprehensive investigations. You should not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There may be additional concerns that need to be considered and you obviously should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not take any other action placing reliance on this information without first getting professional advice.

We have just found out that one of the directors of the conveyancing practice undertaking the purchase conveyancing in Edwinstowe is an uncle of the owners that we are buying from. Is this acceptable?

Provided there is no conflict of interest this should be fine. If you are obtaining mortgage finance then the mortgage company may have a say as many mortgage companies have specific requirements concerning this. For example for Chelsea Building Society as of 9/6/2025, the requirements read as follows :

1.15- May your firm act if the person dealing with the transaction or a member of his immediate family is the borrower?

Yes, provided that:
* there is no conflict of interest and none arises during the transaction
* the firm is a partnership
* the conveyancer acting is not the borrower or a member of the borrower's immediate family.

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What to expect from a Licensed Conveyancer for conveyancing in Edwinstowe?

Licensed Conveyancers assist with the transfer of ownership of a property from one person to another and cover conveyancing throughout England and Wales not just Edwinstowe. If appointed a Licensed Conveyancer governed by the CLC, you should:
  • Receive an honest and lawful conveyancing.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high standard of legal services.
  • Have your conveyancing dealt with using care, skill and diligence.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high standard of service due to your lawyer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Be supplied with a service which is accessible and responsive to your specific requirements.
  • You should not consider yourself discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • Not receive a service which is below the standard you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Ensure your individual needs taken into account should a complaint be necessary.
  • Be supplied with a swift, objective and comprehensive service when if a complaint is registered about your conveyancing in Edwinstowe.

Domestic conveyancing in Edwinstowe ordinarily consists of the following:

  • Property lawyer instructed by the purchaser on acceptance of the offer
  • Examining the title unregistered or registered
  • Ordering Edwinstowe searches with respect to the title
  • Reviewing draft contract pack and other papers forwarded by the vendor’s lawyer
  • Raising questions with the vendor’s lawyer
  • Agreeing the wording of the sale agreement
  • Assessing replies provided by the owner to pre-contract enquiries
  • Negotiating a Transfer document
  • Guiding the purchasing in respect of the loan offer: (if appropriate)
  • Preparing and sending the buyer a report on title (that is; a breakdown of all findings on the property)
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then completion formalities
  • Preparing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the appropriate Land Tax forms and payment
  • Registering the transfer of ownership and the mortgage (if appropriate) at the HM Land Registry.

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

  • Taking instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Acting on behalf of the lender (if relevant)
  • Negotiating the terms of the transaction
  • Drawing up Transfer or approving draft Transfer
  • Negotiating adjustments to the the Transfer deed
  • Corresponding with parties concerning the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and releasing monies to the appropriate parties
  • Completing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct stamp duty forms and payment
  • Registering the change in proprietorship and the home loan (if appropriate) at the HM Land Registry.

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

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