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Biggleswade Conveyancing Statistics*

  • 1 104 is the median number of years remaining on leases in Biggleswade
  • 2 Average time from start to completion was 69 days for conveyancing in Biggleswade
  • 3 Percentage of cases in Biggleswade that are buy to let is 8%
  • 4 Average time frame of 289 days for registration of title in Biggleswade
  • 5 Average Land Registry Fee for this year to date was £270

Examples of recent conveyancing in Biggleswade since November 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Biggleswade

My previous conveyancer has quoted £995 for no move no fee conveyancing in Biggleswade. I’m hoping to sell a modern detached home for £275,000. Are these estimated fees excessive? Is it above what I should be paying for conveyancing in Biggleswade?

The charges are a little high. If you shop around you could reduce the fees marginally by say £125. That being said, you couldlive to rue choosing an an untested conveyancer. If is important to ensure the conveyancer can act for your mortgage company. Do use our comparison tool to choose a Biggleswade conveyancing company on the lender’s approved list of lawyers which can often include conveyancing solicitors in Biggleswade.

At what point does exchange of contracts take place for purchase conveyancing in Biggleswade and do I need to be at the solicitors office?

Where you are near to our conveyancing solicitors in Biggleswade you are invited in to sign documents. However, the law practices we recommend supply a national conveyancing service and provide as equally comprehensive and professional a job for you when communicating with you by post or email. The executing of the contract is not the point of no return. A signed contract is necessary for the firm to exchange contracts when the time is right, which is ordinarily shortly after signing. The exchange process is is usually a five minute process, although where a lengthy "chain" is in the mix, since the process requires the relevant party's solicitor (not necessarily a conveyancing solicitor in Biggleswade)to be in the office at the appropriate time.

I have todaybecome aware that Action Conveyancing have been shut down. They conducted my conveyancing in Biggleswade for a purchase of a leasehold flat 18 months ago. How can I be sure that my home is in my name in the name of the former proprietor?

The quickest way to check if the premises 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 Biggleswade conveyancing specialists.

I am thinking of appointing a conveyancing solicitor in Biggleswade for my house move. Is there any facility to check a firm’s record with the legal regulator?

You may read published Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations stemming 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. International callers, call +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA may monitor telephone calls for training purposes.

I today plan to offer on a house that appears to meet my requirements, at a great figure which is making it more attractive. I have since been informed that the title is leasehold rather than freehold. I am assuming that there are particular concerns buying a leasehold house in Biggleswade. Conveyancing lawyers have are about to be appointed. Will they explain the issues?

The majority of houses in Biggleswade are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local conveyancer who is familiar with the area who can assist with the conveyancing process. It is clear that you are purchasing in Biggleswade so you should seriously consider looking for a Biggleswade conveyancing practitioner and be sure that they have experience in transacting on leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the number of years remaining. Being a lessee you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want to the property. The lease comes with conditions for example requiring the freeholder’sconsent to conduct alterations. You may also be required to pay a service charge towards the upkeep of the estate where the house is part of an estate. Your solicitor will advise you fully on all the issues.

I purchased a 1 bedroom flat in Biggleswade, conveyancing was carried out in 2005. Can you shed any light on how much the price could be for a 90 year extension to my lease? Comparable properties in Biggleswade with over 90 years remaining are worth £222,000. The ground rent is £50 per annum. The lease terminates on 21st October 2096

With 71 years remaining on your lease we estimate the price of your lease extension to range between £9,500 and £11,000 as well as costs.

The figure above a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we are not able to provide a more accurate figure without more detailed due diligence. You should not use this information in tribunal or court proceedings. There are no doubt additional concerns that need to be considered and clearly you should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not take any other action placing reliance on this information before getting professional advice.

My wife and I have selected a Biggleswade conveyancing solicitor for our house purchase (FTB’s) and have spotted in the Ts and Cs that they are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Am I right to be concerned or is that standard with property lawyer?

We can't see why they should be. Most solicitor don't lend money. They will be governed by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, who have strict stipulations regulating amounts deposited by them.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Biggleswade

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Biggleswade practicing in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This may include advice on Service charge disputes

  • Motley & Hope, The Manor House, 11 Shortmead Street, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0AT

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Biggleswade regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Biggleswade specialising in commercial conveyancing in Biggleswade. This may include advice on re-mortgaging commercial property
  • Woodwards, 3 High Street, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0JE
  • Motley & Hope, The Manor House, 11 Shortmead Street, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0AT

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

Licensed Conveyancers support the transfer of the legal title of a property from one person to another and cover conveyancing countrywide not just Biggleswade. When appointed a Licensed Conveyancer regulated by the CLC, you should:
  • Receive an honest and lawful service.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high standard of legal services.
  • Be supplied with your matters dealt with using care, skill and legal know-how.
  • Enjoy the benefit of 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 specific requirements.
  • You should not consider yourself discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • Not receive a service which is below the standard you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Ensure your individual needs taken into account should you make a complaint.
  • Have a timeous, objective and comprehensive service if if a complaint is made about your conveyancing in Biggleswade.

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

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