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  • 1 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these firms are often based many kilometers away with limited appreciation of the factors that impact property transactions in Castle Cary
  • 2 Personal touch and pure property local knowledge are key benefits that you should value when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Castle Cary home moves can be made a lot more complicated due to poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers we work with strive to make sure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments expeditiously.
  • 3 Solicitors accustomed to conveyancing in Castle Cary are familiar with the local concerns peculiar to Castle Cary and therefore you may benefit from better guidance and expeditious conveyancing.
  • 4 Castle Cary property lawyers will be familiar with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and property agents
  • 5 Our site offers largest residential conveyancing directory listing bank approved law practices carrying out conveyancing in Castle Cary regulated by the SRA or CLC.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Castle Cary since July 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Castle Cary

I decided to go with a Castle Cary based solicitor for our conveyancing in Castle Cary recently. Reviewing the terms of engagement I notewe are liable for costs even where the transaction does not complete. Should I ditch them and instruct a web based firm promising no move no charge conveyancing in Castle Cary?

Generally there is a concession along the lines that if "No Completion No Fee" is offered then the fee levels will tend to be be uplifted to offset the transactions that fail to complete. Dont forget that such schemes rarely cover expenditure e.g. Castle Cary conveyancing search costs.

My fiancee and I are acquiring our first property. Our lawyer has calledto enquire if we would like to take out extra conveyancing searches. As novices we in the dark as to what's appropriate for conveyancing in Castle Cary

The number and type of Castle Cary conveyancing searches should be dictated primarily on the premises, the location, the possibility of any of these risks, your familiarity of the locality and risks, your overall appetite to risk. What is important is that you adequately appreciate what information the searches could provide. Then you can make a decision if you personally think you need that search. If unsure, ask your lawyer to recommend.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold element on a house I put an offer in last month in what was supposed to be a straight forward, chain free conveyancing. Castle Cary is the location of the property. Is there any advice you can impart?

Flying freeholds in Castle Cary are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Castle Cary you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds diligently. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Castle Cary 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 residence.

In searching the internet for the words conveyancing in Castle Cary it brings up numerous conveyancersin the vicinity. How do I determine which is the suitable property lawyer for purchase transaction?

The preferential method of finding the right conveyancer is through a trusted testimonial, so seek the guidance of friends and those you trust who have purchased a property in Castle Cary or a local estate agent or mortgage broker. Charges for conveyancing in Castle Cary vary, so it's advisable to request a minimum of three costs illustrations from varying types of solicitors. Be sure to secure confirmation what costs in the quote includes.

We expect to complete our sale of a £375,000 maisonette in Castle Cary in 5 days. The freeholder has quoted £348 for Certificate of Compliance, insurance certificate and 3 years service charge statements. Is the landlord entitled to charge an administration fee for a leasehold conveyance in Castle Cary?

Castle Cary conveyancing on leasehold maisonettes usually necessitates the buyer’s lawyer sending enquiries for the landlord to address. Although the landlord is not legally bound to respond to these enquiries the majority will be content to assist. They may invoice a reasonable administration fee for answering enquiries or supplying documentation. There is no upper cap for such fees. The average fee for the information that you are referring to is over three hundred pounds, in some situations it exceeds £800. The administration charge levied by the landlord must be accompanied by a summary of entitlements and obligations in respect of administration fees, otherwise the invoice is technically not due. In reality you have no option but to pay whatever is demanded if you want to complete the sale of your home.

I am the registered owner of a 1 bedroom flat in Castle Cary, conveyancing having been completed 6 years ago. Can you work out an approximate cost of a lease extension? Equivalent properties in Castle Cary with an extended lease are worth £190,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £65 invoiced every year. The lease expires on 21st October 2086

You have 61 years left to run we estimate the premium for your lease extension to span between £19,000 and £22,000 plus plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.

The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we cannot give you the actual costs without more comprehensive due diligence. You should not use the figures in tribunal or court proceedings. There may be additional issues that need to be considered and you obviously should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not move forward based on this information before getting professional advice.

There are a number of properties in Castle Cary on private roads. We are buying such a property. What would be the advantages and disadvantages of purchasing a house on a private road?

Castle Cary conveyancing lawyers are used to transacting propertieson unadopted roads. Your conveyancer will review the title to identify any rights or liabilities. It is possible that there is a management company (wholly owned by residents) that proprietors make annual payments for the upkeep of the road. If there is one, the road should be maintained and appear better than publicly adopted.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Castle Cary regulated by the SRA

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

  • Bartlett Gooding & Weelen, Old Bank House, High Street, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7AW
  • Rutter & Rutter, St. Audreys, South Street, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9DR

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Castle Cary regulated by the SRA

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Castle Cary specialising in commercial conveyancing in Castle Cary. This may include advice on re-mortgaging commercial property
  • Bartlett Gooding & Weelen, Old Bank House, High Street, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7AW
  • Rutter & Rutter, St. Audreys, South Street, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9DR

Home buying conveyancing in Castle Cary normally involves the following:

  • Obtaining instructions from parties involved
  • Examining the title to the property
  • Conducting Castle Cary conveyancing searches for the property
  • Assessing draft sale agreement and other papers supplied by the seller’s property lawyer
  • Submitting questions with the owner’s property lawyer
  • Negotiating the purchase contract
  • Examining replies supplied by the owner to pre-exchange enquiries
  • Agreeing the wording for a Transfer document
  • Guiding the purchasing in respect of the mortgage offer: (where relevant)
  • Drafting and sending the buyer a report on title (that is; a breakdown of all findings on the property)
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then completion formalities
  • Completion of and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct stamp duty forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration procedures for the purchase and the home loan (if appropriate) at the HMLR.

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