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Reasons to use our Barnt Green conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Barnt Green solicitors have a significant edge when it comes to Barnt Green conveyancing as they have valuable local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other issues that will affect your sale or purchase
  • 2 Regardless other lawyers tell you it may be important to attend your conveyancer to execute documents. Too many 3rd parties are already involved in a house sale without needing to add the postman into the pot.
  • 3 The Barnt Green conveyancing practitioners that we work with are dedicated to providing value for money, efficient and accessible conveyancing service to purchasers, sellers and remortgagors in Barnt Green
  • 4 Barnt Green property lawyers work in partnership with Barnt Green estate agents, developers, surveyors, banks and other professionals to ensure that the highest level of service is provided to buyers and sellers every step of the way, helping make the process as straightforward as possible
  • 5 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Barnt Green 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.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Barnt Green since April 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Barnt Green

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

Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are getting 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 19/7/2025 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.

Will commercial conveyancing searches disclose impending roadworks that could impact a commercial property in Barnt Green?

Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in Barnt Green will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers invest in researching accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Barnt Green. The report provides definitive data on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in Barnt Green.

For every commercial conveyancing transaction in Barnt Green it is crucial to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. Failure to identify developments where adoption procedures have not been addressed adequately can cause delays to Barnt Green commercial conveyancing deals as well as pose a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not conducted for domestic conveyancing in Barnt Green.

I opted to have a survey completed on a house in Barnt Green prior to appointing lawyers. I have been told that there is a flying freehold element to the house. Our surveyor has said that some lenders tend refuse to issue a mortgage on this type of premises.

It varies from the lender to lender. Lloyds has different requirements for example to Birmingham Midshires. If you e-mail us we can check via the appropriate mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Barnt Green. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Barnt Green especially if they are familiar with such properties in Barnt Green.

In what way can the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 impact my commercial offices in Barnt Green and how can your lawyers assist?

The particular law that you refer to provides a safeguard to commercial tenants, giving them the right to make a request to court for a new tenancy and remain in occupation when the lease reaches an end. There are limited grounds where a landlord can refuse a lease renewal and the rules are complicated. We are happy to direct you to commercial conveyancing solicitors who use the act to your advantage and help with commercial conveyancing in Barnt Green

Can you offer any advice when it comes to appointing a Barnt Green conveyancing practice to carry out our lease extension conveyancing?

When appointing a conveyancer for lease extension works (regardless if they are a Barnt Green conveyancing firm) it is essential that he or she should be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We suggest that you make enquires with two or three firms including non Barnt Green conveyancing practices before you instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions might be helpful:

    If the firm is not ALEP accredited then what is the reason? How familiar is the practice with lease extension legislation?

Leasehold Conveyancing in Barnt Green - Examples of Questions you should ask before Purchasing

    You should be aware that where the lease has fewer than 80 years it will have adverse implications on the value of the apartment. It is worth checking with your bank that they are content with residual term of the lease. A short lease means that you will almost definitely have to extend the lease at some point and you need to have some idea of how much this will be. Remember, in most cases you will be required to have been the owner of the residence for a couple of years in order to be eligible to extend the lease. It would be wise to enquire if there are any onerous restrictions in the lease. For example it is fairly common in Barnt Green leases that pets are not allowed in certain buildings in Barnt Green. If you like the flatin Barnt Green however your cat is not allowed to live with you then you will be presented with a hard determination. It is important to be aware whether a new roof is being put on or some other significant cost is anticipated that will be shared by the leaseholders and may well materially impact the level of the maintenance charges or necessitate a specific payment.

How much experience do your Barnt Green conveyancing solicitors have with Help To Buy, Shared Equity and similar schemes?

Barnt Green conveyancing lawyers help thousands of buyers move home every year and supported lots of clients through the Help To Buy scheme. The chances are that whatever makes your case unique Barnt Green conveyancers have worked on recent similar cases.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Barnt Green regulated by the SRA

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

  • Gordon Jones And Co Limited, 137 New Road, Rubery, Rednal, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 9JR
  • Thomas Horton Llp, Strand House, 70 The Strand, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 8DQ
  • Carvill & Johnson Llp, Victoria House, 966-972 Bristol Road South, Northfield, Birmingham, West Midlands, B31 2PE
  • David Bunn & Co, 886 Bristol Road South, Northfield, Birmingham, West Midlands, B31 2NS
  • Astwood Law, 39 Prospect Hill, Redditch, Worcestershire, B97 4BS

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Barnt Green regulated by the SRA

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Barnt Green specialising in commercial conveyancing in Barnt Green. This will likely include advice on granting a lease to a commercial tenant
  • Sehdeva Law, 47 Hewell Road, Barnt Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 8NL
  • Gordon Jones And Co Limited, 137 New Road, Rubery, Rednal, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 9JR
  • Thomas Horton Llp, Strand House, 70 The Strand, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 8DQ
  • Carvill & Johnson Llp, Victoria House, 966-972 Bristol Road South, Northfield, Birmingham, West Midlands, B31 2PE
  • David Bunn & Co, 886 Bristol Road South, Northfield, Birmingham, West Midlands, B31 2NS

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

  • Obtaining instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Acting on behalf of the bank (if appropriate)
  • Agreeing the terms of the transaction
  • Preparing the Transfer or approving the Transfer deed
  • Negotiating adjustments to the draft Transfer
  • Communicating with parties concerning the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and releasing funds to the appropriate parties
  • Completing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct Land Tax forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration formalities for the buyer and the mortgage (if appropriate) at the HM Land Registry.

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

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