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Conveyancing in Sidmouth : Keep it Local

Reasons to use our Sidmouth conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Cut price packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these companies are often based hundreds of kilometers away with little appreciation of the factors that impact property transactions in Sidmouth
  • 2 Firms that specialise in conveyancing in Sidmouth have a grasp oflocal concerns peculiar to Sidmouth and therefore you may benefit from better advice and speedier conveyancing.
  • 3 Our site offers most comprehensive residential conveyancing directory listing mortgage company approved property lawyers carrying out conveyancing in Sidmouth regulated and authorised by the SRA or Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
  • 4 The Sidmouth conveyancing firms that are identified are dedicated to providing the most cost, efficient and accessible conveyancing service to borrowers, sellers and remortgagors in Sidmouth
  • 5 Excellent communication and a wealth of local knowledge are key benefits that you should look for when choosing conveyancing solicitors. Sidmouth conveyancing can be made a lot more stressful due to poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers we work with endeavour to make sure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments quickly.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Sidmouth since August 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Sidmouth

Would the conveyancing lawyers that you recommend handle auction conveyancing in Sidmouth?

We know of a number of auction lawyers we can put you in touch with those who can conduct auction conveyancing. Sidmouth is one of hundreds of areas of in which our lawyers have offices.

Can I use your services to locate a Conveyancing solicitor in Sidmouth even where I’m not buying or disposing of a house, for example where I want to acquire an office in Sidmouth with a mortgage from The Royal Bank of Scotland?

Our comparison service is predominantly used to get a quote from residential conveyancing solicitors in Sidmouth but we have recorded at the end of this page a few Sidmouth commercial conveyancing firms. You will need to make contact with the company directly to establish if they are also authorised to represent The Royal Bank of Scotland

How does conveyancing in Sidmouth differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build residence in Sidmouth contact us having been asked by the builder to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the residence is built. This is because developers in Sidmouth tend to buy the site, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct conveyancing solicitors as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are accustomed to new build conveyancing in Sidmouth or who has acted in the same development.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold element on a house I put an offer in two weeks back in what should have been a simple, chain free conveyancing. Sidmouth is the location of the property. What do you suggest?

Flying freeholds in Sidmouth are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Sidmouth you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds diligently. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Sidmouth may ascertain 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.

Taking into account that I will soon spend hundreds of thousands of pounds on a property in Sidmouth I would like to talk to a lawyer concerning thetransaction in advance of giving the go ahead to the firm. Can this be arranged?

This is something that we recommend - it is our preference to talk to you we do not take any clients on without you speaking to the lawyer due to be conducting your property ownership legalities in Sidmouth.There is no ‘factory style conveyancing’ - every client is an important individual, not a file number. The law firms that we put you in touch with believe that the fees you are quoted for residential conveyancing in Sidmouth should be the figure that you are charged.

We are four weeks into a residential purchase having been referred to conveyancers by the selling agent to handle our conveyancing in Sidmouth. I am am extremely disappointed with the quality of service. Could you help me find new solicitors?

They would need to be really poor in order to consider replacing them. Has your mortgage been generated? In the event that it has you must advise them of the replacement solicitor and have the offer are issued to the new lawyers. The conveyancer needs to be on the lenders approved list to avoid added costs and complications. So that should be your starting point. The search tool should assist you in finding a lender approved solicitor for your conveyancing in Sidmouth

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

Licensed Conveyancers specialise in the legalities surrounding purchasing and selling property and cover conveyancing nationwide as well as Sidmouth. When using a Licensed Conveyancer governed by the CLC, you should:
  • Be supplied with an honest and lawful conveyancing.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high standard of legal services.
  • Have your transaction dealt with using care, skill and legal know-how.
  • Receive a high standard of service due to your conveyancer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Receive a service which is accessible and responsive to your individual needs.
  • Not feel discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • To receive the level you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Ensure your individual needs taken into account should you make a complaint.
  • Have a timeous, impartial and comprehensive service where making a complaint about your conveyancing in Sidmouth about your conveyancing in Sidmouth.

Typically, Sidmouth conveyancing for a purchase has some of the following tasks

  • Conveyancer instructed by the purchaser once the offer has been accepted
  • Checking the title to the premises
  • Conducting Sidmouth conveyancing searches with respect to the title
  • Reviewing draft contract pack and other documentation prepared the seller’s solicitor
  • Raising enquiries with the seller’s solicitor
  • Agreeing the wording of the sale agreement
  • Going through replies supplied by the owner to pre-exchange enquiries
  • Negotiating the Transfer Deed for completion
  • Advising the purchasing in respect of the loan offer: (if appropriate)
  • Drafting and sending the buyer a report on title (that is; a breakdown of all findings on the property)
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then preparing for completion
  • Completion of and submitting to HMRC the appropriate stamp duty forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration procedures for the purchase and the mortgage (where applicable) at the HMLR.

Typically, Sidmouth conveyancing for a sale includes some of the following tasks

  • Obtaining instructions from parties involved
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Drawing up the contract and related documents
  • Sending draft papers to the conveyancer representing the purchaser
  • Finalising the wording for contracts and answering further enquires from the buyer’s conveyancer
  • Agreeing the transfer document
  • Replying to requisitions prepared by the buyer’s conveyancer
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then completion of the sale
  • Receiving sale proceeds and wiring funds to the vendor, the estate agent and paying off the mortgage (if relevant)

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

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