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Reasons to use our Robertsbridge conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Robertsbridge conveyancing lawyers will acquainted with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and selling agents
  • 2 Peace of mind comes when you choose the very best, most recommended conveyancing solicitors. Robertsbridge has a number to select from, but for a truly dependable and reliable service many local people have been use the recommendation of this site.
  • 3 Robertsbridge conveyancer are the linchpin to a successful Robertsbridge conveyancing experience, keeping the process under control. They are on your side throughout, offering dedicated advice for the duration of your transaction
  • 4 Over the years Robertsbridge solicitor have established excellent connections with Robertsbridge local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and property developers enabling them to liaise at speed with all concerned in the process of handling your conveyancing in Robertsbridge.
  • 5 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Robertsbridge is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by large estate agency chains) often falls short of the high standards of professionalism you will expect.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Robertsbridge since February 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Robertsbridge

Do the conveyancing practitioners identified through your search app carry out right to buy conveyancing in Robertsbridge?

We have identified plenty of conveyancing lawyers carrying out right to buy conveyancing Please call the solicitors listed to secure a costs calculation.

Can you explain why leasehold purchase conveyancing in Robertsbridge is more expensive?

The conveyancing costs on a leasehold premises in Robertsbridge is inevitably higher when contrasted to a freehold residence. This is due to the extra work required in corresponding with the freeholder and managing agents to obtain information concerning whether the rent and maintenance fee have been paid and whether there are any large sums expected to be spent in the near future on repairs or maintenance of the building.

We wish to acquire a newbuild flat in Robertsbridge with a mortgage from The Mortgage Works.We use our Robertsbridge conveyancing lawyer but The Mortgage Works informed us his firm is not on their approved list of member firms. we are left little option but to use a The Mortgage Works panel solicitor or retain our high street solicitor and fork out for a The Mortgage Works panel lawyer to act for them. This seems very unfair; Can we not simply insist that The Mortgage Works use our lawyer?

Unfortunately,no. The home loan offered to you contains various provisions, a common one being that solicitors must be on the The Mortgage Works approved list. Until recently, most lenders had large numbers of law firms on their panels: a borrower could choose one for themselves, as long as it was on the lender's panel. The lender would then simply instruct the borrower's lawyers to act for the lender, too. You can use your lender's panel lawyers or you could borrow from another lender which does not restrict your choice. A further alternative is for your lawyer to apply to be on the conveyancing panel for The Mortgage Works

My bid for a property was accepted at auction in Robertsbridge. Conveyancing is required. What are my next steps?

Given that you are now exchanged you now have to retain a conveyancing lawyer quickly as you will have a tight a drop dead date to complete the transaction. All auction property will have a bespoke auction pack. This will include the copy title deeds, local authority and drainage searches. If you have purchased leasehold premises the auction papers should provide a copy of the lease, management information and a sellers leasehold information form and associated conveyancing paperwork specific to a leasehold property. You need to give this to your appointed conveyancing solicitor as soon as possible. Do make sure that your finances are in place to complete the transaction on the set completion date.

My partner and I have arranged the release of further funds on our home loan from Coventry BS as we want to carry out a loft conversion to our house in Robertsbridge. Do we need to choose a local Robertsbridge solicitor on the Coventry BS conveyancing panel to deal with the legals?

Coventry BS would not normally appoint a member of their approved list of lawyers to deal with such a matter. If they do require any legal work then you would need to ensure that such a lawyer was on the Coventry BS list.

I am currently in the process of buying my council flat in Robertsbridge. I have a mortgage agreed with Santander. 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 Santander, you will need to appoint a solicitor on the Santander conveyancing panel.

Various internet forums that I have frequented warn that are a common cause of stalling in Robertsbridge conveyancing transactions. Is there any truth in this?

The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) has noted the findings of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not figure amongst the common causes of hindrances in the conveyancing process. Searches are not likely to feature in any holding up conveyancing in Robertsbridge.

What tools are available to search for a Robertsbridge solicitor on the Bank of Scotland conveyancing panel? I have a car and am happy to travel upto 25miles to meet the lawyer.

Feel free to make use of the tool on this website. Please choose the bank and your location and you will see a number of Robertsbridge conveyancing lawyers locally. We have listed some Robertsbridge conveyancing firms at the bottom of this page and you can call them to verify whether they are on the Bank of Scotland approved list

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Robertsbridge regulated by the SRA

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

  • Wykeham-hurford Sheppard & Son Ltd, 6 High Street, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0AE

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Robertsbridge regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Robertsbridge with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Robertsbridge. This may include advice on buying or selling a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail unit
  • Crookeslaw Solicitors, 16 Sunnybank, The Mount, Flimwell, Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 7QR
  • Wykeham-hurford Sheppard & Son Ltd, 6 High Street, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0AE

Robertsbridge commercial property solicitors provide expert offering advice on numerous issues across all aspects of commercial property law

    Development, including options, overage agreements, JCT building contracts Acquisitions and disposals of property portfolios at commercial auctions Subletting, licences and sharing occupation Telecommunications and broadcast mast sites General advice on title or other property issues Buying, selling and leasing land for registered charities

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