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Reasons to use our Shinfield and Arborfield conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Shinfield and Arborfield 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 would hope for.
  • 2 The firms listed on our web pages have a mix of conveyancing lawyers, legal executives and support staff handling over one hundred thousand cases annually.
  • 3 The Shinfield and Arborfield conveyancing practitioners that we work with are dedicated to providing value for money, efficient and accessible conveyancing service to home buyers, sellers and remortgagors in Shinfield and Arborfield
  • 4 Shinfield and Arborfield lawyer are the linchpin to a successful Shinfield and Arborfield conveyancing experience, keeping the process under control. They are on your side throughout, offering dedicated advice for the duration of your conveyancing
  • 5 Shinfield and Arborfield solicitors work in partnership with Shinfield and Arborfield estate agents, property finders, surveyors, lenders and other professionals to make sure that the highest level of service is provided to buyers and sellers every step of the way, to ensure you’re kept informed as to progress throughout

Examples of recent conveyancing in Shinfield and Arborfield since April 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Shinfield and Arborfield

Last May we completed a house move in Shinfield and Arborfield. We have noticed several problems with the property which we suspect were omitted in the conveyancing searches. Do we have any recourse? What searches should? have been carried out for conveyancing in Shinfield and Arborfield?

It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are unique to conveyancing in Shinfield and Arborfield. Conveyancing searches and due diligence undertaken as part of the buying process are designed to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a seller answers a document called a SPIF. answers is incorrect, you could possibly take legal action against the owner for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Shinfield and Arborfield.

My Solicitor in Shinfield and Arborfield is not on the Accord Mortgages Ltd Solicitor Panel. Can I still continue with my prefered solicitor even though they are excluded from the Accord Mortgages Ltd approved list?

The limited options open to you here include:

  1. Complete the purchase with your preferred Shinfield and Arborfield solicitors but Accord Mortgages Ltd will need to use a conveyancer on their panel. This will result in additional overall legal fees and result in delays.
  2. Get an alternative lawyer to to deal with the conveyancing, not forgetting to check they are on the Accord Mortgages Ltd panel

I have been told that property searches are the main cause of delay in Shinfield and Arborfield house deals. Is there any truth in this?

The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) has noted the conclusions of a review by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not feature amongst the common causes of hindrances during the legal transfer of property. Searches are unlikely to be the root cause of delay in conveyancing in Shinfield and Arborfield.

I'm purchasing my first flat in Shinfield and Arborfield with a loan from Platform Home Loans Ltd. The developers would not move on the price so I negotiated £7000 of additionals instead. The property agent advised me not disclose to my solicitor about the deal as it will jeopardize my mortgage with the bank. Is this normal?.

All lenders require a Disclosure of Incentives Form from the builder of any new build, converted or renovated property, It is available online from the Lenders’ Handbook page on the CML website. CML form is completed and handed to the lender's surveyor when the inspection is done.

Lenders have different policies on incentives. Some accept none at all, cash or physical, while others will accept cash incentives up to 5%.

Hard to understand why the representative of a builder would be suggesting you withold information from a solicitor when all this will be clearly visible on forms the builder has to supply to its solicitor, the buyer's solicitor and the surveyor.

What is different about your site and alternative online quote calculators for conveyancing in Shinfield and Arborfield?

At this site get an accurate quote from a Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer that has a full understanding of the issues for your conveyancing in Shinfield and Arborfield. Unlike many estate agents and many comparison sites we do not charge firms a commission if you select them for your conveyancing in Shinfield and Arborfield

I've found a house that appears to tick a lot of boxes, at a great figure which is making it more attractive. I have subsequently found out that the title is leasehold rather than freehold. I would have thought that there are issues purchasing a house with a leasehold title in Shinfield and Arborfield. Conveyancing advisers have not yet been instructed. Will my lawyers set out the risks of buying a leasehold house in Shinfield and Arborfield ?

Most houses in Shinfield and Arborfield are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local conveyancer who is familiar with the area who can assist with the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are purchasing in Shinfield and Arborfield so you should seriously consider shopping around for a Shinfield and Arborfield conveyancing solicitor and check that they are used to transacting on leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the unexpired lease term. Being a lessee you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want with the house. The lease comes with conditions such as requiring the landlord’sconsent to conduct changes to the property. You may also be required to pay a service charge towards the maintenance of the estate where the property is part of an estate. Your lawyer should report to you on the legal implications.

I bought a basement flat in Shinfield and Arborfield, conveyancing formalities finalised 7 years ago. Can you work out an approximate cost of a lease extension? Equivalent properties in Shinfield and Arborfield with a long lease are worth £201,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £45 per annum. The lease expires on 21st October 2089

With just 64 years unexpired the likely cost is going to range between £15,200 and £17,600 as well as costs.

The suggested premium range that we have given is a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to provide a more accurate figure in the absence of comprehensive due diligence. Do not use the figures in tribunal or court proceedings. There may be additional issues that need to be considered and clearly you should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not take any other action based on this information before seeking the advice of a professional.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Shinfield and Arborfield regulated by the SRA

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

  • The Head Partnership Solicitors Llp, Unit 9, Chalfont Court, Lower Earley District Centre, Lower Earley, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 5SY
  • Johnsons Solicitors Limited, City Gate Business Centre, Southampton Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2QW
  • Barrett & Co Solicitors Llp, Salisbury House, 54 Queens Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4AZ
  • Hewetts Law Limited, 55-57 London Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4PS
  • Thompson Leatherdale, 61 London Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4PS

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Shinfield and Arborfield

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Shinfield and Arborfield specialising in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This may include advice on Service charge disputes

  • The Head Partnership Solicitors Llp, Unit 9, Chalfont Court, Lower Earley District Centre, Lower Earley, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 5SY
  • Johnsons Solicitors Limited, City Gate Business Centre, Southampton Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2QW
  • Hewetts Law Limited, 55-57 London Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4PS
  • Field Seymour Parkes Llp, 1 London Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4PN
  • Pitmans Llp, 47 Castle Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7SR

Planning law solicitors in Shinfield and Arborfield regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The practices listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Shinfield and Arborfield with expertise in planning law. This will likely include advice on development on contaminated land
  • Anthony Sandall & Co, Brightwell House, 40 Queens Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4AU
  • Field Seymour Parkes Llp, 1 London Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4PN
  • Pitmans Llp, 47 Castle Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7SR
  • Boyes Turner Llp, Abbots House, Abbey Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 3BD
  • Blandy & Blandy Llp, 1 Friar Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1DA

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