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Examples of recent conveyancing in Thornbury since July 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Thornbury

Why is leasehold purchase conveyancing in Thornbury is more expensive?

In short, leasehold conveyancing in Thornbury and elsewhere usually involve additional hours of investigation compared to freehold conveyancing. This includes analysing the lease terms, communicating with the landlord about the service of applicable notices, obtaining up-to-date service charge and management information, securing the freeholder’s consents and reviewing management accounts. The obligations on both the landlord and the tenant in the lease need to be studied by the buyer’s conveyancing team and read from beginning to end – regardless of the fact the lease has passed through many different property solicitors hands since it was first granted.

is it true that all Thornbury conveyancing solicitors on the Aldermore conveyancing panel are governed by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority?

As solicitors, in order to be on the Aldermore approved list of solicitors they would need to be regulated by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority. Many banks do allow licenced conveyancers on their panel in which case such organisation would be regulated by the CLC.

I am buying a property in Thornbury. A rare aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. Solicitors conducting should look into this right? Will my lender Lloyds be concerned?

Given that your lender is Lloyds your lawyer must follow the conveyancing instructions set out in Part two of UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook for Lloyds. The CML Handbook includes minimum requirements for solar panel roof-space leases, and conveyancers are required to report to Lloyds where a lease does not meet these provisions. The requirements relate to the installation of panels on properties in England and Wales and is not restricted to Thornbury.

Intending to buy a house in Thornbury. I have received an online quote from a licenced conveyancer, which states: "There will be no charge for dealing with the Lender if you are obtaining a mortgage". I take this to mean that there will be no additional fee if the solicitor is on the Barclays conveyancing panel. I wanted to make sure it means there will be no additional fees for dealing with the mortgage.

They are simply saying that the cost for acting for the lender is included in the fee being quoted. It is worth you checking that the Thornbury property lawyer is on the Barclays conveyancing panel.

I am looking for a flat up to £245,000 and identified one near me in Thornbury I like with open areas and station in the vicinity, however it's only got 61 years unexpired on the lease. I can't really find anything else in Thornbury suitable, so just wondered if I would be making a mistake buying a short lease?

Should you require a home loan the shortness of the lease may be a potential deal breaker. Discount the offer by the expected lease extension will cost if it has not already been discounted. If the existing owner has owned the property for a minimum of 2 years you may ask them to commence the lease extension formalities and then assign it to you. You can add 90 years to the current lease term with a zero ground rent applied. You should speak to your conveyancing solicitor concerning this.

What does commercial conveyancing in Thornbury cover?

Thornbury conveyancing for business premises covers a broad array of advice, provided by qualified solicitors, relating to business property. For instance, this type of conveyancing can cover the sale or purchase of freehold business premises or, more usually, the transfer of existing leases or the drafting of new leasing arrangements. Commercial conveyancing solicitors can also offer advice on the sale of business assets, commercial loans and the termination of tenancies.

Should I use a Thornbury conveyancing practitioner in close proximity to the house I am hoping to buy? I have an old university friend who can perform the conveyancing but her office is 200miles away.

The primary upside of using a local Thornbury conveyancing practice is that you can pop in to sign paperwork, deliver your identification documents and pester them if necessary. They will also have local insight which is a benefit. That being said nothing is more important than finding someone that will do a good and efficient job. If if people you trust used your friend and in the main were impressed that must surpass using an unknown Thornbury conveyancing solicitor solely due to them being round the corner.

Are all Thornbury law firms on every lender conveyancing panel?

The Lexsure search tool on this page may be of use or you can drop into your local bank branch in Thornbury. Chances are that they can recommend conveyancing solicitors in Thornbury

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Thornbury

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

  • Crossmans Solicitors Limited, 12 The Plain, Thornbury, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS35 2BE
  • Sims Cook & Teague Llp, 40 High Street, Thornbury, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS35 2AJ
  • Hoole & Co, 65 Gloucester Road, Patchway, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS34 5JH

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Thornbury regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Thornbury practicing in commercial conveyancing in Thornbury. This should include advice on commercial leases including all matters relating to landlord and tenant law
  • Crossmans Solicitors Limited, 12 The Plain, Thornbury, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS35 2BE
  • Sims Cook & Teague Llp, 40 High Street, Thornbury, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS35 2AJ
  • Co-operative Legal Services Limited, 650 Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS32 4SD
  • Graham Brand Solicitor, High Corner Over Court, Over Lane, Almondsbury, South Gloucestershire, BS32 4DG
  • Hoole & Co, 65 Gloucester Road, Patchway, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS34 5JH

Purchase conveyancing in Thornbury almost always involves the following:

  • Obtaining instructions from parties involved
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Conducting Thornbury searches with respect to the title
  • Assessing draft contract pack and other documentation prepared the owner’s solicitor
  • Submitting questions with the owner’s solicitor
  • Negotiating the sale contract
  • Reviewing replies given by the vendor to pre-exchange enquiries
  • Negotiating the Transfer Deed for completion
  • Advising the purchasing in respect of the mortgage offer: (where applicable)
  • Drafting and sending the purchaser a report on title (that is; a breakdown of all findings on the property)
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then completion of the purchase
  • Preparing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the appropriate SDLT forms and payment
  • Registering the change in ownership and the mortgage (where relevant) at the HM Land Registry.

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