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Ivybridge Conveyancing Statistics*

  • 1 November was the busiest month and October was the next busiest month while October was the least busiest month of the year for conveyancing in Ivybridge
  • 2 Percentage of cases in Ivybridge that are buy to let is 11%
  • 3 199 is the median number of years remaining on leases in Ivybridge
  • 4 Average Land Registry Fee for this year to date was £270
  • 5 Percentage of leasehold conveyancing purchases in Ivybridge is 50% where there is a share in the management company or freehold company

Examples of recent conveyancing in Ivybridge since July 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Ivybridge

Why is leasehold purchase conveyancing in Ivybridge is more expensive?

Ivybridge leasehold conveyancing transactions usually involve additional investigations than freeholds including investigating the Lease, liaising with the Landlord such as serving relevant notices on the Landlord or managing agent, obtaining up-to-date service charge and management information, obtaining Landlord’s consents and reviewing management accounts and formation documents.

I have a decision in principle. The bank mentioned the home loan came with free conveyancing. Does this mean I have to instruct their panel lawyer as I would much rather use a local conveyancing solicitor in Ivybridge?

Do check but the the likelihood is that appoint one of their panel lawyers where you want the "fee-free" offer. Call the lender to determine if they make available a cash alternative. In the past a few mortgage companies offered a £250 cashback as an alternative in which case that money can go towards the cost for your conveyancing solicitor in Ivybridge.

Just acquired a terraced house in Ivybridge , how long should it take for the Land Registry to deal with the formalities evidencing my ownership? My Ivybridge conveyancing solicitor has been painfully slow, so I want to check that my ownership is registered.

There is nothing unique about conveyancing in Ivybridge registration formalities. As opposed to being determined by geographic area, timeframes can adjust according to the party submitting the application, whether it is in order and whether the Land registry must send notices to any interested persons or bodies. As of today roughly 80% of such applications are fully dealt with in less than three weeks but occasionally there can be longer hold-ups. Registration occurs after the buyer is living at the property so 'speed' is not typically an essential issue yet where there is a degree of urgency associated with the registration then you or your lawyers can communicate with the Registry to express the reasoning for an expedited registration.

I'm remortgaging my primary house to a buy to let mortgage with Coventry Building Society and intend to use the remaining equity towards another property. The neighborhood we are interested in is Ivybridge. Will your lawyers be able to act for the two mortgage companies and tie in the transactions?

Make use of our comparison tool on this site to check that the conveyancers are approved by both lenders. Having checked that they are the lawyer will be able to tie up the two transactions but you should talk with you solicitor and make clear your desired outcome and needs.

My brother has recommend that I use his conveyancing solicitors in Ivybridge. Should I choose my own conveyancer?

There are no two ways about it it’s preferable to find a conveyancing lawyer is to have referrals from friends or relatives who have previously instructed the solicitor you're contemplating using.

What are your top tips when it comes to appointing a Ivybridge conveyancing practice to deal with our lease extension?

When appointing a solicitor for lease extension works (regardless if they are a Ivybridge conveyancing firm) it is essential that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We suggest that you talk with two or three firms including non Ivybridge conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then so much the better. The following questions might be helpful:

    If the firm is not ALEP accredited then what is the reason? How many lease extensions has the firm carried out in Ivybridge in the last twenty four months?

I am the registered owner of a 2 bed flat in Ivybridge, conveyancing was carried out in 2004. Can you let me have an estimate of the premium that my landlord can legally expect in return for granting a renewal of my lease? Equivalent flats in Ivybridge with an extended lease are worth £186,000. The ground rent is £55 charged once a year. The lease expires on 21st October 2076

With 52 years unexpired we estimate the price of your lease extension to range between £29,500 and £34,000 as well as costs.

The figure that we have given is a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to supply a more accurate figure without more comprehensive investigations. You should not use this information in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There are no doubt other concerns that need to be taken into account and clearly you should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not take any other action based on this information without first getting professional advice.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Ivybridge

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Ivybridge practicing in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This should include advice on Rent Act Protected, Assured and Assured Shorthold tenancies

  • Kings - Solicitors, 24 Fore Street, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 9AB

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Ivybridge regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Ivybridge specialising in commercial conveyancing in Ivybridge. This will likely include advice on buying and selling small and large scale commercial property and agricultural land
  • Kings - Solicitors, 24 Fore Street, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 9AB

Purchase in Ivybridge is a complex business, both legally and administratively. The exact order of events varies slightly, below are some of the tasks in the process.

  • Lawyer instructed by the purchaser on acceptance of the offer
  • Investigating the title unregistered or registered
  • Conducting Ivybridge conveyancing searches with respect to the property
  • Reviewing draft contract pack and other papers collated by the owner’s property lawyer
  • Submitting enquiries with the seller’s property lawyer
  • Agreeing the wording of the sale agreement
  • Examining replies prepared by the vendor to pre-contract enquiries
  • Negotiating a Transfer Deed for completion
  • Advising the purchasing in respect of the loan offer: (if applicable)
  • Preparing and sending the purchaser a report on title (that is; reporting to the buyer on the contents of the contract pack, preliminary enquiries and the result of the searches)
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then preparing for completion
  • Preparing and submitting to HMRC the correct stamp duty forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration formalities for the transfer of ownership and the home loan (where appropriate) at the HMLR.

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

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