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Reasons to use our Ashington conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Ashington is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) often falls short of the high standards of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 2 Excellent communication and pure property experience are key benefits that you should value when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Ashington property deals can become a lot more complicated because of poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers we work with strive to make sure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments instantly.
  • 3 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might be tempting. However, these organisations are often located many miles away with limited understanding of the factors that impact property transactions in Ashington
  • 4 Ashington solicitors work in conjunction with Ashington estate agents, developers, surveyors, mortgage companies and other professionals to make sure that the highest level of service is offered to home movers every step of the way, ensuring the smoothest, most stress-free process possible
  • 5 Ashington property lawyers will be familiar with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and estate agents

Examples of recent conveyancing in Ashington since April 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Ashington

Why would one instruct a Ashington conveyancing firm when web based alternatives are cheap by comparison?

Its a good idea to scrutinise conveyancing costs in Ashington and you should seek a competitive quote but don’t waste your energy scouring the internet for the cheapest Ashington conveyancer. Finding the right conveyancer can be the distinction between a smooth and a distressing move. You need to ensure that you have expert advice from a specialist solicitor. An e-mail can never replace a phone conversation and can never replicate a one to one consultation. The firms that we work with will appoint you a qualified and trusted conveyancing solicitor that will deal with your conveyancing from from the outset to completion, giving the sort of personalised service that you rarely receive from an online conveyancer. Our lawyers will inform you as to progress making sure that you are ensuring that you are updated at regular intervals. Should it ever be necessary to call the firm you will know who you need to speak to and they will endeavour to make sure that you are kept fully informed.

I purchased a freehold premises in Ashington yet pay rent, why is this and what is this?

It is rare for properties in Ashington and has limited impact for conveyancing in Ashington but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.

Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges date back hundreds of years, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the establishment of new rentcharges from 1977 onwards.

Previous rentcharges can now be extinguished by making a lump sum payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence in 2037 is to be dispensed with completely.

I require quick conveyancing in Ashington as I am faced with an ultimatum to sign on the dotted line within one month. Thankfully I do not need a mortgage. Can I avoid the conveyancing searches to save money and time?

As you are are a cash buyer you have the choice not to do searches although no lawyer would recommend that you don't. Drawing on years of experience of conveyancing in Ashington the following are instances of issues that can show up and therefore impact future saleability: Refused Planning Applications, Overdue Fees, Overdue Grants, Unadopted Roads,...

I have justdiscovered that Action Conveyancing have been shut down. They conducted my conveyancing in Ashington for a purchase of a freehold house 10 months ago. How can I establish that my home is in my name in the name of the previous owner?

The easiest method to check if the property is in your name, you can make a search of the land registry (£3.00). You can either do this yourself or ask a law firm to do this for you. If you are not registered you can seek help from one of a number of Ashington conveyancing specialists.

I am looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Ashington for my purchase. Is there any facility to see a solicitor's record with the legal regulator?

You can review documented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations resulting from inquisitions started on or after 1 January 2008. Visit Check a solicitor's record. For details about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a solicitors history, telephone 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. For non-uk callers, call +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA may recorded telephone calls for training purposes.

Due to complete next month on a garden flat in Ashington. Conveyancing lawyers assured me that they are sending me a report on Monday. Are there areas in the report that I should be focusing on?

The report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in Ashington should include some of the following:

    Whether your lease caters for for a sinking fund? You should be told what is to be regarded as a Nuisance in the lease Will you be prohibited or prevented from having pets in the property? Whether the landlord has obligations to ensure rights of quiet enjoyment over your premises and do you know what it means in practice?
For details of the information to be contained in your report on your leasehold property in Ashington please enquire of your solicitor in ahead of your conveyancing in Ashington.

I am the registered owner of a split level flat in Ashington, conveyancing formalities finalised half a dozen years ago. Can you shed any light on how much the price could be for a 90 year extension to my lease? Equivalent flats in Ashington with a long lease are worth £265,000. The ground rent is £50 levied per year. The lease runs out on 21st October 2100

You have 75 years remaining on your lease we estimate the price of your lease extension to be between £8,600 and £9,800 as well as costs.

The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to provide the actual costs in the absence of detailed investigations. You should not use this information in tribunal or court proceedings. There are no doubt additional concerns that need to be considered and you obviously should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not take any other action based on this information without first getting professional advice.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Ashington

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Ashington with expertise in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This may include advice on wrongful eviction

  • Adams Hetherington, 15 Laburnum Terrace, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 0XX
  • Hellawell & Co, 32 Front Street, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, Northumberland, NE64 6PT
  • Whitehead & Low Solicitors Llp, 3 Market Place, Bedlington, Northumberland, NE22 5TN
  • Cuthbertsons, 3 Stanley Street, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 2BS
  • Yarwood & Stubley, 15 Stanley Street, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 2BT

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Ashington regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Ashington practicing in commercial conveyancing in Ashington. This will likely include advice on granting a lease to a commercial tenant
  • Hellawell & Co, 32 Front Street, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, Northumberland, NE64 6PT
  • Whitehead & Low Solicitors Llp, 3 Market Place, Bedlington, Northumberland, NE22 5TN
  • Yarwood & Stubley, 15 Stanley Street, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 2BT
  • Carr & Co Solicitors (n.e.) Limited, 22-24 Stanley Street, Blyth, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 2BZ
  • Alderson Law Llp, Pethgate House, Castle Square, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 1YL

Transfer of Equity conveyancing in Ashington is a complex business, both legally and administratively. The exact order of events varies slightly, below are some of the tasks in the process:

  • Taking instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Following instructions from the bank (where applicable)
  • Negotiating the terms of the transaction
  • Drafting Transfer or approving draft Transfer
  • Agreeing adjustments to the the Transfer deed
  • Communicating with parties with regards to the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and transferring funds to the appropriate parties
  • Completing and submitting to HMRC the correct Land Tax forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration procedures for the change in ownership and the mortgage (where appropriate) at the Land Registry.

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

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