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Top reasons to use our service to assist you select a local conveyancing solicitor in Basingstoke

  • 1 Solicitor conveyancing lawyers have excellent personal connections with Basingstoke selling agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 2 Using a a family Solicitor generally means that you will receive a more bespoke service. Sometimes when dealing with a an online conveyancing factory, your conveyancing is handled by a team of people who who update you by reading from their computer screens.
  • 3 The accumulation of transactions means that Basingstoke solicitor have developed excellent links with Basingstoke local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and house builders enabling them to liaise at speed with all concerned in the process of handling your home move in Basingstoke.
  • 4 The organisations listed on our web pages have a variation of conveyancing practitioners, legal executives and support staff handling over one hundred thousand cases annually.
  • 5 Excellent communication together with a wealth of local knowledge are key benefits that you should value when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Basingstoke property deals can be made a lot more protracted due to poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers we work with ensure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments instantly.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Basingstoke since December 2024*

Sale

of terraced premises, Penrith Road, RG21 8XW completing on 06/01/2025 at a price of £385,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, agreeing completion date with parties, preparing statement detailing charges

Disposal

of detached residence residence, Bramblys Drive, RG21 8UN completing on 17/01/2025 at a price of £370,000. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: sending the transfer to the seller for signature in readiness for completion, preparing statement detailing charges, setting up the completion formalities

Sale

of terraced residence, Frances Road, RG21 3DB completing on 07/01/2025 at a price of £400,000. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: sending the transfer to the vendor for signature in readiness for completion, agreeing completion date with parties, sending title deeds and signed transfer to purchaser’s solicitor

Transfer

of semi-detached residence, Queens Road, RG21 7RE completing on 08/01/2025 at a price of £280,000. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, agreeing completion date with parties, preparing statement detailing charges

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Basingstoke

Is it correct that all Basingstoke CQS (Conveyancing Quality Scheme) solicitors are on the Leeds Building Society conveyancing panel?

Some major banks and building societies now make use of the accreditation scheme as the kick off point for Panel membership such as HSBC and Santander. The Law Society’s CQS accreditation however is no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. That being said,the Council of Mortgage Lenders have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for solicitor practices wishing to remain on their approved list of firms.

We were going to get a DIP from Skipton this week so we know how much we could potentially offer as otherwise we are dependent on web based calculators (which aren't taking into account credit checks etc). Do Skipton recommend any Basingstoke solicitors on the Skipton conveyancing panel, or is it better to find our own lawyer?

You will need to appoint Basingstoke solicitors independently although you'll need to choose one on the Skipton conveyancing panel. The solicitor represents both you and Skipton through the process.

I was told three weeks ago that my mortgage has been agreed to by Santander. Is it usual for Santander to only issue the offer once my solicitor in Basingstoke is approved on their conveyancing panel? Santander have asked my solicitor to see a copy of their PI Insurance.

Mortgage companies tend not to not issue a mortgage until they have details of a lawyer on their panel. It can take a few weeks for Santander to deal with your lawyer's application to be on the Santander conveyancing panel. There's no guarantee that your solicitor will be accepted.

I'm buying a new build house in Basingstoke with the aid of help to buy. The sellers would not move on the amount so I negotiated £7000 of extras instead. The house builders rep suggested that I not to tell my solicitor about the extras as it would impact my loan with Bank of Ireland. Should I keep quiet?.

All lenders require a Disclosure of Incentives Form from the builder of any new build, converted or renovated property, It is available online from the Lenders’ Handbook page on the CML website. CML form is completed and handed to the lender's surveyor when the inspection is done.

Lenders have different policies on incentives. Some accept none at all, cash or physical, while others will accept cash incentives up to 5%.

Hard to understand why the representative of a builder would be suggesting you withold information from a solicitor when all this will be clearly visible on forms the builder has to supply to its solicitor, the buyer's solicitor and the surveyor.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold element on a property I have offered on a fortnight ago in what was supposed to be a straight forward, chain free conveyancing. Basingstoke is the location of the property. Is there any advice you can impart?

Flying freeholds in Basingstoke are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Basingstoke you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds very carefully. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Basingstoke may decide 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 premises.

Should I be concerned that estate agents that I am dealing with are recommending an online conveyancing firm rather than a High Street Basingstoke conveyancing practice?

As with lots of professional services, often input from relatives can be worth their weight in gold. Yet there are many parties with a vested interest in a conveyancing transaction; estate agents, financial adviser and banks might all suggest lawyers to instruct. Sometimes the lawyers might be known to one of the organisations as being good in their field, but sometimes there might be a financial incentive behind the endorsement. You have the right to choose your own conveyancer. Don't forget that many banks specify a panel list of conveyancers you must use for the lender related work in your house move.

My uncle has suggested that I instruct his conveyancing solicitors in Basingstoke. Do I follow his advice?

There are no two ways about it it’s preferable to select a conveyancing solicitor is to have recommendations from friends or relatives who have previously instructed the firm you're contemplating using.

What are your top tips when it comes to choosing a Basingstoke conveyancing practice to deal with our lease extension?

When appointing a conveyancer for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Basingstoke conveyancing firm) it is most important that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of conveyancing. We advise that you speak with several firms including non Basingstoke conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions might be useful:

    How familiar is the practice with lease extension legislation?

I am the registered owner of a garden flat in Basingstoke, conveyancing formalities finalised 8 years ago. How much will my lease extension cost? Corresponding properties in Basingstoke with over 90 years remaining are worth £197,000. The ground rent is £55 yearly. The lease runs out on 21st October 2080

With 55 years remaining on your lease the likely cost is going to span between £31,400 and £36,200 as well as legals.

The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to supply the actual costs without more comprehensive due diligence. You should not use this information in tribunal or court proceedings. There are no doubt additional concerns that need to be taken into account 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 seeking the advice of a professional.

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Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Basingstoke regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Basingstoke specialising in commercial conveyancing in Basingstoke. This may include advice on commercial leases including all matters relating to landlord and tenant law
  • Clarke & Son Llp, Manor House, 8 Winchester Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 8UG
  • Lamb Brooks Llp, Victoria House, 39 Winchester Street, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 7EQ
  • Neale Turk Llp, 74 Bounty Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 3BZ
  • Henleys, 60 Southern Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 3EA
  • Brain Chase Coles, Haymarket House, 20-24 Wote Street, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 7NL

What to expect from a Licensed Conveyancer for conveyancing in Basingstoke?

Licensed Conveyancers specialise in the legalities surrounding acquiring and selling property and cover conveyancing nationwide as well as Basingstoke. If instructing a Licensed Conveyancer regulated by the CLC, you should:
  • Enjoy the benefit of an honest and lawful conveyancing.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high standard of legal services.
  • Have your transaction dealt with using care, skill and legal know-how.
  • Have a high standard of service due to your conveyancer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a service which is accessible and responsive to your individual needs.
  • Not feel discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • To receive the level you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Ensure your specific needs taken into account should you make a complaint.
  • Receive a swift, independent and comprehensive service if if a complaint is made about your conveyancing in Basingstoke.

Basingstoke commercial property solicitors draw on a full range of commercial expertise offering advice on a variety of issues across all aspects of commercial property law

    Subletting, licences and sharing occupation Telecommunications and broadcast mast sites Buying, selling and leasing land for registered charities Property realisations and advice for insolvency practitioners Factories, warehouses, offices, shops, restaurants, hotels, clubs and pubs, nurseries and care homes

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

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