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  • 1 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Bedfordshire is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) sometimes falls short of the level of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 2 Bedfordshire solicitors have a significant edge when it comes to Bedfordshire conveyancing as they have valuable local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other issues that can affect your conveyancing
  • 3 Firms that specialise in conveyancing in Bedfordshire are familiar with the local concerns peculiar to Bedfordshire and therefore you may benefit from better advice and expeditious conveyancing.
  • 4 Cut price packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these organisations are often located hundreds of miles away with limited appreciation of the factors that impact property transactions in Bedfordshire
  • 5 Our site offers most comprehensive domestic conveyancing directory listing lender approved law practices carrying out conveyancing in Bedfordshire regulated and authorised by the SRA or CLC.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Bedfordshire since January 2025*

Sale

of apartment Tavistock Place MK40 2XU, at purchase consideration of £142,000. Leasehold conveyancing included: taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, preparing statement detailing charges, setting up the completion formalities

Sale

of semi residence, Howbury Street, MK40 3QT completing on 24/01/2025 at a price of £443,000. 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

Conveyance

of flat Palgrave Road MK42 9DH, at a price of £170,000. Leasehold conveyancing legalities included: taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, securing official copies of the title, setting up the completion formalities

Purchase

of apartment Goldington Avenue MK40 3BY, purchased for £162,500. Leasehold conveyancing investigations included: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, agreeing completion date with parties

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Bedfordshire

Would the conveyancing solicitors revealed via your search tool conduct right to buy conveyancing in Bedfordshire?

We have identified a number of conveyancing practitioners who can conduct right to buy conveyancing You should call us in order to secure a costs calculation.

When reading mumsnet.com for a conveyancing solicitor in Bedfordshire, many comment that I should look for a CQS accredited solicitor. Can you explain what CQS is?

Bedfordshire Conveyancing Quality Scheme law firms have obtained certification by the law Society The Law Society introduced CQS to promote high standards in the in the legal transfer of properties. CQS enables consumers to recognise practices that provide a quality residential conveyancing. Bedfordshire is one of the many areas in England and Wales in which CQS have offices. The scheme requires law firms to undergo a strict assessment, compulsory training, self-reporting, spot checks and yearly assessments in order to maintain CQS status. It is open only to members of the Law Society who meet the demanding standards set by the scheme and has the support of the Council of Mortgage Lenders.

I bought my apartment on 16 April and the transaction details is not yet on the land registry website. Any reason for this? My conveyancing solicitor in Bedfordshire advises it would be recorded inside ten days. Are titles in Bedfordshire uniquely lengthy to register?

There is nothing unique when it comes to conveyancing in Bedfordshire registration formalities. Rather than based on location, timescales can differ depending on who lodges the application, whether there are errors and if the Land registry have to notify any interested persons or bodies. At present approximately three quarters of submission are fully dealt with within two weeks but some can be subject to longer hold-ups. Historically registration is effected once the new owner has moved in to the property thus 'speed' is not usually top priority but if it is urgent that the the registration takes place urgently then you or your lawyers could contact the land registry and explain the circumstances.

I am buying a new build flat in Bedfordshire. Conveyancing is a frightening process at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build conveyancing.

Here is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Bedfordshire

    The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. The Vendor must covenant to keep unsold units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme.

I'm converting the mortgage on my existing home to a buy to let mortgage with Bank of Scotland and I will use the ballance of the raised equity towards further property. The area we are interested in is Bedfordshire. Will your solicitors be able to act for both sets of banks and link together the conveyances?

Make use of our comparison tool on this page to ensure that the conveyancers are approved by both mortgage companies. Having checked that they are the lawyer should be able to connect the two conveyancing matters but you should talk with you conveyancer and specify your desired outcome and needs.

I've recently bought a leasehold flat in Bedfordshire. Do I have any liability for service charges for periods before completion of my purchase?

Where the service charge has already been demanded from the previous owner and they have not paid you would not usually be personally liable for the arrears. Strange as it may seem, your landlord may still be able to take action to forfeit the lease. A critical element of leasehold conveyancing for your conveyancer to be sure to have an up to date clear service charge receipt before completion of your purchase. If you have a mortgage this is likely to be a requirement of your lender.

If you purchase part way through an accounting year you may be liable for charges not yet demanded even if they relate to a period prior to your purchase. In such circumstances your conveyancer would normally arrange for the seller to set aside some money to cover their part of the period (usually called a service charge retention).

Bedfordshire Leasehold Conveyancing - Examples of Queries before buying

    Its a good idea to find out as much as possible concerning the company managing the block as they can either make living at the property much easier or uncomfortable. As the owner of a leasehold property you are often in the clutches of the managing agents both financially and when it comes to day to day matters such as the upkeep of the common parts. Ask prospective neighbours if they are happy with them. On a final note, investigate as to the dates that the maintenance charges are due to the managing agents and precisely what it includes. Is anyone aware of any major works in the planning that will add a premium to the service fees?

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Bedfordshire regulated by the SRA

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

  • Sharman Law Llp, 1 Harpur Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1PF
  • Hcb Park Woodfine Llp, 1 Lurke Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3TN
  • Deo Volente Legal Llp, Mayfair House, 11 Lurke Street, Bedford, Mk40 3hz, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3HZ
  • Ciampa Solicitors, 26 St. Marys Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 0AS
  • Cowley Di Giorgio, 63 Harpur Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2SR

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Bedfordshire regulated by the SRA

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Bedfordshire with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Bedfordshire. This will likely include advice on buying and selling small and large scale commercial property and agricultural land
  • Sharman Law Llp, 1 Harpur Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1PF
  • Hcb Park Woodfine Llp, 1 Lurke Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3TN
  • Deo Volente Legal Llp, Mayfair House, 11 Lurke Street, Bedford, Mk40 3hz, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3HZ
  • Ciampa Solicitors, 26 St. Marys Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 0AS
  • Cowley Di Giorgio, 63 Harpur Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2SR

Planning law solicitors in Bedfordshire regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Bedfordshire with expertise in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including compulsory purchases in Bedfordshire
  • Sharman Law Llp, 1 Harpur Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1PF
  • Hcb Park Woodfine Llp, 1 Lurke Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3TN

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

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