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Top reasons to use our service to help you choose a high street conveyancing solicitor in Walton

  • 1 Excellent communication and a wealth of experience are key benefits that you should seek when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Walton property deals can be made significantly more complicated as a result of lack of transparency between all the parties. The lawyers listed strive to make sure that communication channels are open and act on arising issues and developments instantly.
  • 2 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these organisations are often located many kilometers away with limited appreciation of the factors that affect property transactions in Walton
  • 3 Firms accustomed to conveyancing in Walton have a grasp oflocal concerns peculiar to Walton and therefore you may benefit from better guidance and faster conveyancing.
  • 4 Walton conveyancing lawyers are likely to have connections at the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and property agents
  • 5 Using a local Solicitor usually results in a more bespoke service. When using a large conveyancing firm, you tend to be looked after by a team of people who who progress matters by determining whether the ‘computers says no’.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Walton since January 2025*

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Transfer

of semi premises, Gainsborough Court, KT12 1NH completing on 29/01/2025 at a price of £650,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, agreeing completion date with parties

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Disposal

of detached residence premises, The Crofts, TW17 8SD completing on 23/01/2025 at a price of £1,100,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, preparing statement detailing charges, setting up the completion formalities

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Transfer

of terraced residence, Meadows Leigh Close, KT13 8QD completing on 24/01/2025 at a price of £390,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, setting up the completion formalities

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Sale

of terraced premises, Southdown Road, KT12 4PJ completing on 30/01/2025 at a price of £580,000. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, agreeing completion date with parties, setting up the completion formalities

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Walton

My partner and I are purchasing property in Walton. My Solicitor is not listed on the mortgage company conveyancing panel. Am I still permitted to retain my Walton conveyancing solicitor notwithstanding that they are not on the lender list of approved lawyers?

One must have a property lawyer to complete the legal work required when you require a loan to purchase your home. They will conduct all the appropriate legal checks on the property, ensuring that you will be properly registered as the owner and ensure that all the required mortgage paperwork is in place. You may appoint a Walton conveyancing practitioner of your choosing. However, if the conveyancer appointed is not on the bank conveyancing panel supplemental charges will be incurred as separate legal representation will be need by the mortgage company. Conveyancing panel applications may be submitted, so if your solicitor has not in the past applied for membership they should do so.

My partner and I are buying our first property. Our lawyer has calledto see if we would like to purchase extra conveyancing searches. We are really unsure what's recommended for conveyancing in Walton

The quantity and type of Walton conveyancing searches should be dictated primarily on the premises, the location, the likelihood of any of these risks, your knowledge of the locality and risks, your general appetite to risk. What matters is that you adequately comprehend what information the searches could provide. You may then make a decision if you personally think you need that information. Should you be in doubt, ask your property lawyer to recommend.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I have offered on last month in what was supposed to be a quick, chain free conveyancing. Walton is where the house is located. Is there any guidance you can impart?

Flying freeholds in Walton are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Walton you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds diligently. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Walton may determine 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 property.

My partner has recommend that I instruct his conveyancing solicitors in Walton. Should I use them?

There are no two ways about it the best way to choose a conveyancing solicitor is to have guidance from friends or relatives who have used the conveyancer that you are considering.

All being well we will complete our sale of a £150,000 maisonette in Walton next Thursday. The freeholder has quoted £420 for Certificate of Compliance, building insurance schedule and previous years statements of service charge. Is it legal for a freeholder to charge an administration fee for a flat conveyance in Walton?

Walton conveyancing on leasehold flats more often than not requires the purchaser’s lawyer submitting questions for the landlord to address. Although the landlord is under no legal obligation to respond to these enquiries most will be willing to do so. They may charge a reasonable charge for responding to enquiries or supplying documentation. There is no set fee. The average fee for the information that you are referring to is £350, in some transactions it is in excess of £800. The administration charge invoiced by the landlord must be accompanied by a summary of entitlements and obligations in relation to administration charges, without which the charge is technically not due. Reality however dictates that one has no option but to pay whatever is demanded if you want to complete the sale of your home.

Following months of correspondence we cannot agree with our landlord on how much the lease extension should cost for our flat in Walton. Does the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal have jurisdiction to calculate the appropriate figures?

Most definitely. We can put you in touch with a Walton conveyancing firm who can help.

An example of a Lease Extension matter before the tribunal for a Walton premises is 147 Redford Close in June 2012. The Tribunal determined the lease extension premium to be at £4,200 This case affected 1 flat. The unexpired term was 82.93 years.

I am thinking of appointing an online lawyer ahead of a Walton conveyancing firm. Any advice?

Advantages do exist in being able to pop in to a local Walton conveyancing solicitor for example

  • signing papers on short notice
  • having one on one explanations of things that you need help with
  • the ability to raise concerns if matters are not going as expected

When analysing estimates, look carefully for hidden extras. Most decent Walton high street solicitors give an all-inclusive price. Many online companies seem to offer cheap fees, yet have hidden 'extras' in the in the terms and conditions.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Walton regulated by the SRA

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

  • Trevor Munn, Easterly Boathouse, The Towpath, Manor Road, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 2PF
  • Nichols Marcy Dawson, Portman House, Colby Road, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 2RN
  • Julian Philip & Co, Unit 3 Shepperton Business Park, Govett Avenue, Shepperton, Middlesex, TW17 8BA
  • Sethi & Co, 79 Staines Road West, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlesex, TW16 7AH
  • Meadows Ryan Solicitors Ltd, 56 Church Street, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 8DP

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Walton regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Walton specialising in commercial conveyancing in Walton. This will likely include advice on granting a lease to a commercial tenant
  • Trevor Munn, Easterly Boathouse, The Towpath, Manor Road, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 2PF
  • Nichols Marcy Dawson, Portman House, Colby Road, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 2RN
  • Julian Philip & Co, Unit 3 Shepperton Business Park, Govett Avenue, Shepperton, Middlesex, TW17 8BA
  • Sethi & Co, 79 Staines Road West, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlesex, TW16 7AH
  • Meadows Ryan Solicitors Ltd, 56 Church Street, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 8DP

Domestic Licensed Conveyancers in Walton regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Walton but also conveyancing across England and Wales.
  • Clay & Co Limited, First Floor, TW11 0HE
  • Property Transfer Co-ordination Ptc, Corner House, KT1 2NR

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

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