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Reasons to use our Billesdon conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Billesdon conveyancers are likely to have connections at the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and estate agents
  • 2 Notwithstanding what other lawyers inform you it may be necessary to visit your conveyancer to execute documents. Too many 3rd parties are already engaged in a homemove without having to add the postman into the equation.
  • 3 Billesdon solicitor are the linchpin to a successful Billesdon conveyancing experience, keeping the process under control. They are on your side throughout, offering dedicated advice for the duration of your conveyancing
  • 4 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these companies are often based many miles away with limited appreciation of the factors that impact property transactions in Billesdon
  • 5 Peace of mind comes when you select the very best, most recommended conveyancing solicitors. Billesdon has a number to choose from, but for a truly professional and dependable service many local people have been use the endorsement of this site.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Billesdon since September 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Billesdon

We were about to choose a conveyancing solicitor in Billesdon listed using your search tool but have come across some other fee calculations on the internet look less expensive – how come?

There are many firms of firms promoting so-called cut-price conveyancing, unfortunately it’s common in such cases for supplementalcharges result in the closing fee being inflated. In accordance with regulatory requirements costs outlined in terms and conditions should be equitable raised The conveyancers that we put forward for conveyancing in Billesdon specify all charges for a domestic conveyancing transaction.

Will commercial conveyancing searches disclose planned roadworks that may affect a commercial land in Billesdon?

Its becoming the norm that commercial conveyancing solicitors in Billesdon will execute a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers invest in investigating accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Billesdon. The search result sets out 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 Billesdon.

For each commercial conveyancing transaction in Billesdon it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. The absence of identifying developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately can cause delays to Billesdon commercial conveyancing deals as well as pose a risk to future intentions for the site. These searches are not carried out for domestic conveyancing in Billesdon.

I own a semi-detached Victorian property in Billesdon. Conveyancing practitioner represented me and Bank of Ireland. I happened to do a free search for it on the Land Registry database and there are two entries: the first freehold, another for leasehold under the matching address. I'd like to know for sure, how can I find out??

You need to assess the Freehold register you have again and check the Charges Register for mention of a lease. The best way to be sure that you are also the registered owner of the leasehold and freehold title as well is to check (£3). It is not completely unheard of in Billesdon and other areas of the country and poses no real issues for owners other than when they sell they have to account for both freehold and leasehold interests when dealing with purchasers. You can also check the position with the conveyancing practitioner who conducted the work.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold element on a house I have offered on a fortnight ago in what was supposed to be a quick, no chain conveyancing. Billesdon is the location of the property. Is there any guidance you can impart?

Flying freeholds in Billesdon are rare but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Billesdon you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds very carefully. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Billesdon may determine 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.

My partner has recommend that I use his conveyancers in Billesdon. Should I use them?

No doubt the ideal way to choose a conveyancing practitioner is to seek recommendations from friends or family who have experience in using the firm that you are considering.

I own a leasehold house in Billesdon. Conveyancing and Santander mortgage went though with no issue. A letter has just been received from someone claiming to own the reversionary interest in the property. It included a demand for arrears of ground rent dating back to 1997. The conveyancing practitioner in Billesdon who previously acted has long since retired. Do I pay?

First contact the Land Registry to be sure that this person is in fact the registered owner of the freehold reversion. There is no need to incur the fees of a Billesdon conveyancing firm to do this as it can be done on-line for £3. Rest assured that regardless, even if this is the rightful freeholder, under the Limitation Act 1980 the limitation period for recovery of ground rent is six years.

I own a studio flat in Billesdon, conveyancing was carried out 5 years ago. Can you let me have an estimated range of the fair premium for a lease extension? Similar flats in Billesdon with an extended lease are worth £195,000. The ground rent is £45 per annum. The lease runs out on 21st October 2088

With only 63 years unexpired the likely cost is going to be between £16,200 and £18,600 as well as plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.

The figure above a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to supply a more accurate figure in the absence of comprehensive due diligence. Do not use the figures in tribunal or court proceedings. There may be additional concerns that need to be taken into account and you obviously want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not move forward placing reliance on this information before seeking the advice of a professional.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Billesdon regulated by the SRA

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

  • Tannas Solicitors, 7 Hardwick Road, 7 Hardwick Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE5 6NA
  • Oliver Charles, 534 Uppingham Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE5 2GG

Transfer of Equity conveyancing in Billesdon 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
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Following instructions from the bank (if appropriate)
  • Negotiating the terms of the transaction
  • Preparing the Transfer or approving the Transfer deed
  • Agreeing adjustments to the draft Transfer
  • Corresponding with parties concerning the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and transferring monies to the appropriate parties
  • Completing and submitting to HMRC the correct SDLT forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration procedures for the buyer and the home loan (if relevant) at the Land Registry.

Billesdon commercial property solicitors draw on a full range of commercial expertise offering advice on a variety of aspects of commercial property law

    Telecommunications and broadcast mast sites Acquisitions and disposals of property portfolios at commercial auctions General advice on title or other property issues High street shops, agricultural or development land to hotels and office blocks. Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 procedures, including serving section 25 and 26 notices

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

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