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Reasons to use our South Brent conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Our site offers most comprehensive domestic conveyancing directory listing bank approved law firms conducting conveyancing in South Brent who are regulated by the SRA or CLC.
  • 2 The South Brent conveyancing firms that are listed are committed to supplying the most cost, efficient and transparent conveyancing service to borrowers, sellers and investors in South Brent
  • 3 Personal touch and a wealth of local knowledge are key benefits that you should value when choosing conveyancing solicitors. South Brent property deals can become a lot more protracted 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 expeditiously.
  • 4 Chances are that the other side’s conveyancers are based in South Brent - if so sets of solicitors will have worked on conveyancing matters in the past
  • 5 South Brent conveyancing lawyers are likely to have connections at the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and property agents

Examples of recent conveyancing in South Brent since March 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in South Brent

How do I identify cost effective conveyancing in South Brent?

First ask your friends and family whom they would instruct.

Option 2 is to look on the web for conveyancing in South Brent. Ring a couple or more firms listed and ask them to forward you their conveyancing fee calculations and have a conversation with the lawyer who will handle your conveyancing beforemaking your decision.

Option 3 is to make use of our search tool to help you find the right solicitors taking into account your individual factors including location,deadlines, complexity and who your intended lender is. Resist the temptation to appoint ninety nine pound conveyancing in South Brent

Would the conveyancing lawyers identified through your search tool execute auction conveyancing in South Brent?

We know of a number of niche lawyers we can connect you with those specialising in auction conveyancing. South Brent is just one of our locations where our lawyers have offices.

I have 70 years unexpired on my lease and need a lease extension for my flat in South Brent. Conveyancing solicitors on the Platform panel can deal with such extensions right?

Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are obtaining a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Platform have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 12/6/2025 the requirements read as follows :

Minimum 85 years unexpired from completion, except where the mortgage application is pursuant to Platform's participation in the Government's Help to Buy Shared Equity scheme, in which case (a) the unexpired lease term must not be less than 250 years for new-build houses and not less than 125 years for new-build flats and (b) ground rent must be reasonable at all times and any escalation must be linked to RPI (Retail Price Index) or a similar index.

I require expedited conveyancing in South Brent as I am under pressure to exchange contracts within one month. Thankfully I do not need a mortgage. Is it possible to decline from having conveyancing searches to save fees and time?

If.Given you are are a mortgage free purchaser you are at liberty not to have searches carried out although no law firm would suggest that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in South Brent the following are instances of issues that can arise and therefore impact the marketability of the property: Refused Planning Applications, Overdue Charges, Outstanding Grants, Road Schemes,...

I'm remortgaging my existing home to a buy to let mortgage with TSB and I will use the ballance of the raised equity as a deposit on another house. The area we are talking about is South Brent. Will your solicitors be able to act for both sets of mortgage companies and tie in the transactions?

Make use of our comparison tool on this site to be sure that the solicitors are approved by both banks. Assuming that they are the solicitor will be able to connect the two deals but you should have a chat with you lawyer and make apparent your expectations and needs.

I am hoping to put an offer on a small detached house that appears to tick a lot of boxes, at a reasonable price which is making it all the more appealing. I have since been informed that it's a leasehold rather than freehold. I would have thought that there are particular concerns purchasing a house with a leasehold title in South Brent. Conveyancing advisers have are about to be appointed. Will they explain the issues?

The majority of houses in South Brent are freehold rather than leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local conveyancer used to dealing with such properties who can help the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are purchasing in South Brent so you should seriously consider looking for a South Brent conveyancing solicitor and check that they are used to dealing with leasehold houses. First you will need to check the unexpired lease term. Being a tenant you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want to the property. The lease comes with conditions for example obtaining the freeholder’sconsent to carry out alterations. It may be necessary to pay a maintenance charge towards the maintenance of the communal areas where the property is located on an estate. Your lawyer will advise you fully on all the issues.

South Brent Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - A selection of Questions you should consider before Purchasing

    Plenty South Brent leasehold properties will have a service charge for the upkeep of the block levied on behalf of the freeholder. Should you purchase the property you will have to pay this charge, usually quarterly throughout the year. This could be anything from a couple of hundred pounds to thousands of pounds for buildings with lifts and large common areas. In all likelihood there will be a rentcharge for you to pay annual, ordinarily this is not a large amount, say around £50-£100 but you need to check it because sometimes it could be many hundreds of pounds. It would be wise to find out as much as possible about the company managing the block as they will impact your use and enjoyment of the property. As the proprietor of a leasehold property you are often at the mercy of the managing agents from a financial perspective and when it comes to practical issues such as the upkeep of the common parts. Enquire of other people what they think of them. On a final note, investigate as to the dates that you are obliged pay the maintenance charge to the managing agents and precisely how they are spending that money. The answer will be helpful as a) areas could result in problems in the block as the communal areas may start to deteriorate where repairs are not paid for b) if the leasehold owners have a dispute with the managing agents you will wish to have full disclosure

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in South Brent regulated by the SRA

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

  • Kings - Solicitors, 24 Fore Street, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 9AB

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in South Brent regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in South Brent specialising in commercial conveyancing in South Brent. This should include advice on re-mortgaging commercial property
  • Kings - Solicitors, 24 Fore Street, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 9AB

What to expect from a Licensed Conveyancer for conveyancing in South Brent?

Licensed Conveyancers support the transfer of the legal title of a property from one person to another and cover conveyancing throughout England and Wales not just South Brent. When using a Licensed Conveyancer governed by the CLC, you can expect:
  • Be supplied with an honest and lawful conveyancing.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high standard of legal services.
  • Have your conveyancing dealt with using care, skill and legal know-how.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high quality of service due to your conveyancer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Have a service which is accessible and responsive to your individual needs.
  • You should not consider yourself discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • Not receive a service which is below 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.
  • Be supplied with a swift, objective and comprehensive service if if a complaint is made about your conveyancing in South Brent.

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

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