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Reasons to use our Roath conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Roath 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 would hope for.
  • 2 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these companies are often based hundreds of kilometers away with little appreciation of the factors that affect property transactions in Roath
  • 3 The Roath conveyancing firms that are listed are dedicated to providing the most cost, efficient and accessible conveyancing service to home buyers, sellers and remortgagors in Roath
  • 4 We are the UKs most comprehensive domestic conveyancing directory listing mortgage company approved property lawyers delivering conveyancing in Roath governed by the SRA or Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
  • 5 Roath lawyers work in conjunction with Roath estate agents, property finders, surveyors, lenders and other professionals to ensure that a quality service is provided to home movers every step of the way, offering all the advice and support you need

Examples of recent conveyancing in Roath since February 2023*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Roath

Can you explain why leasehold purchase conveyancing in Roath costs more?

The conveyancing fees on a leasehold property in Roath is inevitably higher than on a freehold property. This is due to the extra time necessary in dealing with the freeholder and managing agents to collate the evidence about whether the rent and service fee have been paid and whether there are any large sums expected to be spent in the foreseeable future on repairs or maintenance of the block.

What is the difference between a licensed conveyancer and conveyancing solicitor in Roath

There are two types of lawyers who can do conveyancing in Roath namely CLC regulated conveyancers or solicitors. Both professionals provide the legal services that required to complete the disposal or acquisition of property. They are both duty bound to carry out Roath conveyancing on similar standards and guidelines so you may be sure that your conveyancing will be professionally administered and that the requirements and steps will be correctly followed.

I am helping my sister sell her property in Roath. Does the conveyancing solicitor arrange an EPC or it is for the owner to see to?

Following the demise of Home Information Packs, EPC’s remained a mandatory part of moving house. An energy assessment must be to hand prior to the property being marketed. It is not a task that lawyers normally organise. Where you are using a Roath conveyancing practitioner they may help arrange EPC’s due to their relationships with long established Roath accredited person

Is it the case that all Roath conveyancing solicitors on the Coventry BS conveyancing panel are governed by the SRA?

As solicitors, in order to be on the Coventry BS approved list of solicitors they would need to be regulated by the SRA. Some lenders do permit licenced conveyancers on their panel in which case such practice would be governed by the CLC.

The deeds to my property are lost. The lawyers who handled the conveyancing in Roath 5 years ago have long since closed. What are my next steps?

These day there are duplicates made of almost everything, and your conveyancer should be aware precisely where to locate all the suitable paperwork so you may purchase or sell your house without any difficulty. Where copies are not available, your conveyancer may be able to arrange cover in the form of insurance or indemnities protecting you against future claims on the premises.

Should I be concerned that third parties that I am dealing with are recommending an online conveyancing firm as opposed to a local Roath conveyancing practice?

As with lots of professional services, often input from connections can be most helpful. Nevertheless there are numerous players in a conveyancing transaction; estate agents, mortgage brokers and mortgage companies may recommend lawyers to retain. Sometimes the solicitors might be known to one of the organisations as one of the best in their field, but occasionally there might be a commercial relationship behind the endorsement. You are at liberty to appoint your preferred conveyancer. You need to be aware that most banks specify a panel list of law firms you must use for the mortgage aspect of your home move.

My partner and I may need to let out our Roath basement flat for a while due to a new job. We used a Roath conveyancing practice in 2004 but they have since shut and we did not have the foresight to get any advice as to whether the lease allows us to sublet. How do we find out?

Some leases for properties in Roath do contain a provision to say that subletting is only allowed with permission. The landlord cannot unreasonably refuse but, in such cases, they would need to review references. Experience suggests that problems are usually caused by unsatisfactory tenants rather than owner-occupiers and for that reason you can expect the freeholder to take up the references and consider them carefully before granting permission.

Roath Leasehold Conveyancing - Examples of Queries before buying

    Are there any major works anticipated that could add a premium to the service charges? Is there a share of the freehold? This information is useful as a) areas may result in problems in the building as the common areas may start to deteriorate if services are not paid for b) if the leasehold owners have a dispute with the managing agents you will need to know about it

I see that you have a post code search directory identifying solicitors on the lender conveyancing panel. Do Roath conveyancing firms pay you a commission if I appoint them for my own conveyancing?

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

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Roath regulated by the SRA

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

  • Anthony Jacobs & Co, 91 Albany Road, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 3LP
  • Spicketts Battrick Law Practice, 54 Albany Road, Roath, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 3RR
  • City Law Solicitors Cardiff Ltd, 12a Albany Road, Cardiff, CF24 3RP
  • Chetna & Co Solicitors, 150 City Road, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 3DR
  • Spicketts Battrick Law Practice, 126 Clifton Street, Roath, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 1LX

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Roath

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Roath with expertise in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This may include advice on service charge disputes and the right to manage

  • Anthony Jacobs & Co, 91 Albany Road, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 3LP
  • Spicketts Battrick Law Practice, 54 Albany Road, Roath, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 3RR
  • City Law Solicitors Cardiff Ltd, 12a Albany Road, Cardiff, CF24 3RP
  • Spicketts Battrick Law Practice, 126 Clifton Street, Roath, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 1LX
  • Thomas Simon Limited, 62 Newport Road, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 0DF

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Roath regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Roath with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Roath. This may include advice on re-mortgaging commercial property
  • Anthony Jacobs & Co, 91 Albany Road, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 3LP
  • Spicketts Battrick Law Practice, 54 Albany Road, Roath, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 3RR
  • City Law Solicitors Cardiff Ltd, 12a Albany Road, Cardiff, CF24 3RP
  • Chetna & Co Solicitors, 150 City Road, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 3DR
  • Spicketts Battrick Law Practice, 126 Clifton Street, Roath, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 1LX

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