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Conveyancing in Burnham On Sea : Keep it Local

Reasons to use our Burnham On Sea conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Excellent communication together with a wealth of experience are key benefits that you should seek when choosing conveyancing solicitors. Burnham On Sea property deals can become significantly more protracted as a result of poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers we work with endeavour to make sure that communication channels are open and act on arising issues and developments instantly.
  • 2 Burnham On Sea lawyer are the linchpin to a successful Burnham On Sea home move, keeping the process under control. They are on your side throughout, offering dedicated advice for the duration of your transaction
  • 3 Retaining the services of a a family Solicitor in the main means that you will receive a more personal touch. Sometimes when dealing with a large conveyancing firm, your conveyancing is handled by a team of people who who progress matters by determining whether the ‘computers says no’.
  • 4 Solicitors accustomed to conveyancing in Burnham On Sea are familiar with the local issues peculiar to Burnham On Sea and therefore you may benefit from better guidance and speedier conveyancing.
  • 5 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Burnham On Sea is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by large estate agency chains) often falls short of the level of professionalism you would hope for.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Burnham On Sea since January 2025*

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Transfer

of semi premises, Westfield Drive, TA8 2DR completing on 24/01/2025 at a price of £265,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, preparing statement detailing charges

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Disposal

of semi-detached residence, Esplanade Cottages, TA8 1BD completing on 17/01/2025 at a price of £223,000. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, sending the transfer to the seller for execution in preparation for completion, agreeing completion date with parties

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Sale

of semi premises, Ashcott Place, TA8 1HN completing on 14/01/2025 at a price of £280,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, preparing statement detailing charges

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Transfer

of terraced premises, Finches Way, TA8 2QQ completing on 17/01/2025 at a price of £310,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, agreeing completion date with parties, sending title deeds and signed transfer to purchaser’s solicitor

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Burnham On Sea

What does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Burnham On Sea? Why is this being asked of me?

Anti-terror and anti-money-laundering laws require solicitors and licensed conveyancers to verify the identity of the potential client they are dealing with prior to agreeing to accepting their conveyancing instruction. The Terms of Engagement that you are required to sign should reaffirm this. Your lender will also require certain documents to be viewed. Where you are unwilling to hand over ID verification documents, your conveyancer would not be able to act for you.

Our mortgage company has suggested solicitors on their panel based in Burnham On Sea but I would rather choose a conveyancing lawyer in Burnham On Sea local to me. Are you able to assist?

The minority of Burnham On Sea conveyancing firms are listed all banks conveyancing panel. Use our find an approved solicitor tool to locate a Burnham On Sea conveyancing conveyancer on the on the lender panel.

My conveyancer has informed me that lack of building regulations insurance is required on my purchase. What is the level of cover for Burnham On Sea conveyancing?

The right level of lack of building regulations indemnity insurance depends on who your lender is. It would differ for example between National Westminster Bank and Barnsley Building Society. Conveyancing lawyers as opposed to borrowers take out such insurances.

The formalities of my purchase has taken place for my property in Burnham On Sea. Conveyancing was of an acceptable standard but I would like to complain about the lender. How does one go about formally complaining?

All lenders have complaints procedures. Your first port of call should be one of the lender’s branches or the Customer Care Department at head office. In most cases complaints to a lender are sorted out very quickly. If you feel the matter is not resolved you can write to Financial Ombudsman Service, South Quay Plaza, 183 Marsh Wall, London E14 9SR who will take matters further.

I can not work out if my lender requires a lease extension. I have called into my local Burnham On Sea bank branch on a couple of occasions and was told it does not affect the mortgage offer and they would lend. My Burnham On Sea conveyancing solicitor - who is on the bank conveyancing panel- called to say that they refuse to lend based on their published requirements. I simply don't know who is right.

As long as the conveyancer is on the bank panel, she or he must adhere to the Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook conditions for the bank. Unless your lawyer obtains specific confirmation in writing that the bank will go ahead, your lawyer has no choice but to refrain from exchanging contract and committing you to the purchase. We would suggest that you ask the bank to contact your lawyer in writing confirming that they will accept the number of years left on the lease.

What does a local search reveal regarding the house my wife and I buying in Burnham On Sea?

Burnham On Sea conveyancing often commences with the applying for local authority searches directly from your local Authority or via a personal search organisations for example Xpress Legal The local search is essential in every Burnham On Sea conveyancing purchase; that is if you don’t want any unpleasant surprises after you move into your property. The search will reveal information on, amongst other things, details on planning applications relevant to the property (whether granted or refused), building control history, any enforcement action, restrictions on permitted development, nearby road schemes, contaminated land and radon gas; in all a total of 13 topic areas.

In sourcing the internet for the phrase conveyancing in Burnham On Sea it shows results of many conveyancerslocally. How do I determine which is the right conveyancer for the sale of my house?

The ideal way of finding the right conveyancer is via trusted referral, so ask friends and relatives who have bought a property in Burnham On Sea or the local estate agent or financial adviser. Fees for conveyancing in Burnham On Sea differ, so it's advisable to request a minimum of three quotes from varying types of conveyancers. Be sure to obtain confirmation what costs in the quote includes.

Much to my surprise my solicitor in Burnham On Sea is asking me for identification documents stating that this is part of his obligations as a solicitor on the mortgage company Conveyancing panel. Is this right?

Anti-terror and anti-money-laundering rules require Burnham On Sea conveyancing solicitors and licensed conveyancers to verify the identity of the person or body they are dealing with before they can accept their conveyancing business. The Terms and Conditions that you need to sign will no doubt confirm this. Your lawyer is right that the lender also require certain documents to be viewed. If a you refuse to provide ID verification documents, your conveyancer would not be able to accept instructions from you. Your lawyer also has obligations to obtain certain documents in accordance with the lender's UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook requirements

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Burnham On Sea regulated by the SRA

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

  • Holley & Steer, Tregunter, 1 Berrow Road, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, TA8 2ET
  • John Shirley & Co, 24 College Street, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, TA8 1AT
  • Barrington & Sons Limited, 60 High Street, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, TA8 1AG

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Burnham On Sea regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Burnham On Sea specialising in commercial conveyancing in Burnham On Sea. This may include advice on buying or selling a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail unit
  • Holley & Steer, Tregunter, 1 Berrow Road, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, TA8 2ET
  • John Shirley & Co, 24 College Street, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, TA8 1AT
  • Barrington & Sons Limited, 60 High Street, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, TA8 1AG

Burnham On Sea commercial property solicitors provide expert offering advice on numerous issues across all aspects of commercial property law

    Telecommunications and broadcast mast sites Property finance transactions, including sale and leaseback Buying, selling and leasing land for registered charities Notices received in respect of alleged breaches of lease General advice on title or other property issues Development, including options, overage agreements, JCT building contracts

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

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