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Main reasons to use our service to help you select a local conveyancing solicitor in Hartfield

  • 1 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might be tempting. However, these organisations are often based hundreds of miles away with limited understanding of the factors that impact property transactions in Hartfield
  • 2 Peace of mind comes when you select the very best, most recommended conveyancing solicitors. Hartfield has a number to choose from, but for a truly professional and reliable service many local people have been use the endorsement of this site.
  • 3 The Hartfield conveyancing firms that are listed are committed to supplying value for money, efficient and transparent conveyancing service to home buyers, sellers and remortgagors in Hartfield
  • 4 On the balance of probabilities the the lawyers for the other party are based in Hartfield - if so both parties will have worked on conveyancing matters in the past
  • 5 Firms that specialise in conveyancing in Hartfield regularly deal withlocal issues peculiar to Hartfield and therefore you may benefit from better guidance and expeditious conveyancing.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Hartfield since December 2024*

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Disposal

of detached residence property, Ashurst Hill Cottages, TN3 9TG completing on 19/12/2024 at a price of £575,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: sending the transfer to the vendor for signature in preparation for completion, setting up the completion formalities, sending title deeds and signed transfer to purchaser’s conveyancer

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Purchase

of apartment St Martin TN3 9TE, at a price of £180,000. Leasehold conveyancing due diligence included: ordering official copies of the title, agreeing completion date with parties, preparing statement detailing charges

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Sale

of semi property, Ashdown Close, RH18 5DF completing on 07/01/2025 at a price of £384,500. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, agreeing completion date with parties, sending title deeds and signed transfer to buyer’s solicitor

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Transfer

of terraced residence, Chantlers Mead, TN8 7HU completing on 12/12/2024 at a price of £405,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: sending the transfer to the vendor for signature in preparation for completion, obtaining official copies of the title, setting up the completion formalities

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Hartfield

We note that you have a search directory identifying solicitors on the Virgin Money conveyancing panel. Do companies pay you a referral fee if I instruct them for our own conveyancing in Hartfield?

We are a listing service only for law firms wishing to communicate if they are on the Virgin Money conveyancing panel or other lender panels. We do not charge referral fees to any conveyancer that you subsequently appoint for your conveyancing in Hartfield.

I am considering applying for a UBS mortgage for purchase of a newly converted (under development) in Hartfield with 60% loan to value. Is it compulsory to choose a solicitor on the conveyancing panel for UBS ?

There is nothing to stop you using your solicitor, but UBS will insist on their interests being represented by a firm on their conveyancing panel. There is greater potential for delays and confusion with two solicitors involved, and it will undoubtedly be more expensive too.

We expect to receive a OIP from UBS this week so we can work out what to offer on a property we like as otherwise we are dependent on web based calculators (which aren't taking into account credit checks etc). Do UBS recommend any Hartfield solicitors on the UBS conveyancing panel, or is it better to find our own lawyer?

You will need to appoint Hartfield solicitors independently although you'll need to choose one on the UBS conveyancing panel. The solicitor represents both you and UBS through the process.

I have decided to exercise my right to buy my property in Hartfield off the council. I have a mortgage agreed with HSBC. Conveyancing is not something I have any knowledge of. Can I proceed without a solicitor easily? I think we can but we keep being told I should have one. Any advice?

It is not advisable to proceed with a house purchase without a solicitor. The council's solicitor are not acting for you. You need a solicitor for a number reasons. One of which is to verify what plans the Council have for repairs and refurbishment for the next five years. Many leaseholders have been stung for contributions of thousands of pounds. In any event, if you are getting a mortgage with HSBC, you will need to appoint a solicitor on the HSBC conveyancing panel.

Aldermore have agreed my mortgage in principle, my offer on a house in Hartfield has been accepted, what happens next?

The property agent will need to know who your solicitors are (ensure that the lawyers are on the lender’s panel). Telephone Aldermore or your financial adviser and finalise any outstanding documentation. Aldermore will instruct a valuer who will get in touch with the estate agent or owners to arrange a slot for the valuation to take place. Once carried out (assuming no problems) it takes about a fortnight to get a mortgage offer. Aldermore will send the offer to you and your lawyers. The legal work will then take it’s course according the nature and complexity of the conveyancing in Hartfield.

I need some fast conveyancing in Hartfield as I have pressure to sign on the dotted line within one month. A mortgage is not required. Is it possible to avoid the conveyancing searches to save money and time?

If.Given you are are a mortgage free buyer you are at free not to have searches conducted although no solicitor would advise that you don't. With lots of history conveyancing in Hartfield the following are examples of what can arise and therefore affect future mortgageability: Refused Planning Applications, Overdue Charges, Outstanding Grants, Road Schemes,...

I have been on the look out for a flat up to £305k and identified one round the corner in Hartfield I like with open areas and railway links nearby, the downside is that it's only got 52 years unexpired on the lease. I can't really find anything else in Hartfield for this price, so just wondered if I would be making a grave error buying a short lease?

Should you need a home loan the shortness of the lease may be problematic. Reduce the price by the anticipated lease extension will cost if not already taken into account. If the existing owner has owned the property for at least 2 years you can ask them to commence the lease extension formalities and then assign it to you. An additional ninety years can be extended on to the existing lease term and have £0 ground rent by law. You should speak to your conveyancing solicitor about this.

I am hoping to sign contracts shortly on a ground floor flat in Hartfield. Conveyancing solicitors assured me that they are sending me a report tomorrow. What should I be looking out for?

Your report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in Hartfield should include some of the following:

    Where does the liability rest to repair and maintain the block. It is important that you know who is liable for the repair and maintenance of every part of the building Your solicitors should enable you to have an understanding of the building insurance obligations You should know whether the lease allows you to alter or improve aspects of the flat- you must be made aware as to whether any restrictions applies to all alterations or limited to structural alteration, and whether consent is mandated necessary Advice as to the provision in the lease to pay service charges - in relation to the building, and the wider rights a leaseholder enjoys Ground rent - what is payable and when you need to pay, and be on notice if this will change in the future
For details of the information to be contained in your report on your leasehold property in Hartfield please ask your conveyancer in ahead of your conveyancing in Hartfield.

I purchased a leasehold flat in Hartfield, conveyancing was carried out 4 years ago. How much will my lease extension cost? Equivalent properties in Hartfield with an extended lease are worth £211,000. The ground rent is £45 yearly. The lease ends on 21st October 2092

With only 67 years remaining on your lease we estimate the premium for your lease extension to be between £10,500 and £12,000 plus plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.

The figure that we have given is a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we cannot give you a more accurate figure in the absence of detailed due diligence. Do not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There may be additional concerns that need to be taken into account and you obviously want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not move forward based on this information before getting professional advice.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Hartfield regulated by the SRA

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

  • G A Waite Solicitor, Holly Tree House, Old Lane, St. Johns, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 1RX
  • Gladstones, 2 The Broadway, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 1DF
  • Donaldson West Llp, Croham House, Croham Road, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 2RW
  • Mason & Beer, 6 High Street, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3AP
  • Waughs, Clarendon House, Judges Terrace, High Street, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3AD

Residential Licensed Conveyancers in Hartfield regulated by the CLC

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Hartfield but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.
  • Stephen Ball Conveyancing, 5 Pine Way Close, RH19 4JR

Whether you are going through a divorce or breakup or simply wish to transfer your property to someone else, transfer of equity conveyancing in Hartfield has some of the following tasks:

  • Taking instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Acting on behalf of the mortgage company (where applicable)
  • Agreeing the terms of the transaction
  • Drafting Transfer or approving draft Transfer
  • Agreeing adjustments to the the Transfer deed
  • Corresponding with parties with regards to the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and transferring monies to the appropriate parties
  • Completing and submitting to HMRC the appropriate SDLT forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration procedures for the change in ownership and the home loan (where applicable) 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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