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  • 1 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Lynton is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) often falls short of the high standards of professionalism you will expect.
  • 2 Firms that specialise in conveyancing in Lynton are familiar with the local concerns specific to Lynton and therefore you may benefit from better advice and expeditious conveyancing.
  • 3 The companies shown on our directory have a mix of conveyancing practitioners, legal executives and support staff handling over one hundred thousand cases annually.
  • 4 The Lynton conveyancing firms that are listed are dedicated to supplying value for money, efficient and accessible conveyancing service to purchasers, sellers and remortgagors in Lynton
  • 5 Lynton solicitors work in partnership with Lynton estate agents, property finders, surveyors, mortgage companies and other professionals to make sure that the highest level of service is provided to buyers and sellers every step of the way, offering all the legal expertise and support you require

Examples of recent conveyancing in Lynton since January 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Lynton

We are purchasing a house and require a conveyancing solicitor in Lynton who is on the Yorkshire BS approved panel. Could you point me in the right direction as regards a conveyancing firm?

Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Yorkshire BS . We don't recommend any particular firms conducting conveyancing in Lynton.

My partner and I are selling our property in Lynton and according to the buyers it appears that there is a risk of it being built land that was not decontaminated. Any local lawyer would know this is not the case. It does beg the question why the purchasers are using an online conveyancing firm as opposed to a conveyancing solicitor in Lynton. We have lived in Lynton for 5 years we know that this is a non issue. Is it a good idea to get in touch with our local Authority to seek confirmation that the buyers are looking for.

It sounds as though you may have a conveyancing firm currently acting for you. Are they able to advise? You should check with your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out life insurance to cover that same ailment)

three months have gone by since my purchase conveyancing in Lynton concluded. I have checked the Land Registry site which shows that I paid £200,000 when infact I paid £180,000. Why the discrepancy?

The price paid figure is taken from the application to register the purchase. It is the figure included in the Transfer (the legal deed which transfers the property from one person to the other) and referred to as the 'consideration' or purchase price. You can report an error in the price paid figure using the LR online form. In most cases errors result from typos so at first glance the figure. Do report it so they can double check and advise.

Just had an offer accepted on a new build flat in Lynton. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build conveyancing.

Here is a sample of a few leasehold new build enquiries that you can expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Lynton

    Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company? The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme. There must be mutual enforceability of lessee’s covenants. The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose?

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold element on a house I have offered on a fortnight ago in what was supposed to be a straight forward, no chain conveyancing. Lynton is the location of the property. Can you shed any light on this issue?

Flying freeholds in Lynton are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Lynton you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds thoroughly. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Lynton may decide that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold premises.

I own a leasehold house in Lynton. Conveyancing and Platform Home Loans Ltd mortgage went though with no issue. A letter has just been received from someone saying they have taken over the freehold. It included a ground rent demand for rent dating back to 1993. The conveyancing practitioner in Lynton who previously acted has long since retired. Any advice?

The first thing you should do is make enquiries of the Land Registry to be sure that this person is in fact the new freeholder. You do not need to incur the fees of a Lynton conveyancing solicitor to do this as it can be done on-line for £3. Rest assured that regardless, even if this is the legitimate landlord, under the Limitation Act 1980 no more than 6 years of rent can be collected.

Leasehold Conveyancing in Lynton - Sample of Questions you should consider Prior to Purchasing

    How many of the leaseholders are in arrears for their service charge payments? Best to be warned if a new roof is being put on or some other significant cost is pending to be shared amongst the leasehold owners and will dramatically increase the the service fees or require a specific invoice.

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

Licensed Conveyancers support the transfer of the legal title of a property from one person to another and cover conveyancing countrywide as well as Lynton. When using a Licensed Conveyancer governed by the CLC, you should:
  • Enjoy the benefit of an honest and lawful conveyancing.
  • Be supplied with a high standard of legal services.
  • Receive your transaction dealt with using care, skill and legal competence.
  • Have 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.
  • To receive the standard you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Ensure your specific needs taken into account should a complaint be necessary.
  • Receive a swift, impartial and comprehensive service when making a complaint about your conveyancing in Lynton about your conveyancing in Lynton.

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

  • Solicitor instructed by the buyer once the offer has been accepted
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Ordering Lynton conveyancing searches for the property
  • Considering the draft contract pack and other documentation forwarded by the seller’s lawyer
  • Raising questions with the seller’s lawyer
  • Agreeing the wording of the purchase agreement
  • Reviewing replies prepared by the owner to pre-exchange enquiries
  • Agreeing the wording for a Transfer document
  • Advising the buyer in respect of the loan offer: (where applicable)
  • Drawing up and sending the purchaser a report on title (that is; reporting to the purchaser 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
  • Completing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the appropriate stamp duty forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration procedures for the purchase and the home loan (where applicable) at the Land Registry.

Residential conveyancing in Lynton almost always involves the following:

  • Obtaining instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Drafting contract and associated papers
  • Supplying draft papers to the conveyancing practitioner acting for the buyer
  • Finalising the wording for contracts and responding to supplemental enquires from the buyer’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Agreeing the transfer document
  • Responding to requisitions submitted by the buyer’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then completion formalities
  • Receiving sale proceeds and sending funds to the owner, the estate agent and other relevant parties (if appropriate)

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

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