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Reasons to use our Chew Magna conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Firms accustomed to conveyancing in Chew Magna regularly deal withlocal concerns specific to Chew Magna and therefore you may benefit from better guidance and speedier conveyancing.
  • 2 Chew Magna conveyancing lawyers are likely to acquainted with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and selling agents
  • 3 Retaining the services of a a family Solicitor on the whole results in a more personal touch. When using a an online conveyancing factory, your conveyancing is dealt with by a team of people who who progress matters by determining whether the ‘computers says no’.
  • 4 Chances are that the other side’s lawyers are based in Chew Magna - if so sets of solicitors will have worked on conveyancing matters in the past
  • 5 Notwithstanding what other lawyers may claim it may be important to pop into your solicitor to sign contracts. Too many 3rd parties are already involved in a house sale without having to include Royal Mail into the equation.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Chew Magna since June 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Chew Magna

Various internet forums that I have frequented warn that are a common reason for delay in Chew Magna conveyancing transactions. Is this right?

The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) released findings of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not figure within the common causes of hindrances during the legal transfer of property. Searches are not likely to feature in any holding up conveyancing in Chew Magna.

It has been 4 months since my purchase conveyancing in Chew Magna took place. I have checked the Land Registry website which shows that I paid £175,000 when infact I paid £160,000. Why the discrepancy?

The price paid figure is taken from the application to register the purchase. It is the figure included in the Transfer (the legal deed which transfers the asset from one person to the other) and referred to as the 'consideration' or purchase price. You can report an error in the price paid figure using the LR online form. In most cases errors result from typos so at first glance the figure. Do report it so they can double check and advise.

I am buying a new build apartment in Chew Magna. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build conveyancing.

Here are examples of a few leasehold new build enquiries that you can expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Chew Magna

    There must be mutual enforceability of lessee’s covenants. Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision. Please supply a car parking plan. The Vendor must covenant to keep unsold units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. Investor purchasers must be able to freely grant unsecured tenancies at market rents without requiring any consents.

I opted to have a survey completed on a property in Chew Magna ahead of instructing lawyers. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold aspect to the property. Our surveyor advised that some mortgage companies tend not give a mortgage on this type of home.

It depends who your proposed lender is. Lloyds has different instructions from Nationwide. Should you wish to telephone us we can investigate further via the appropriate lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Chew Magna. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Chew Magna especially if they are accustomed to such properties in Chew Magna.

How can the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 impact my business property in Chew Magna and how can your lawyers assist?

The 1954 Act affords a safeguard to commercial tenants, granting the legal entitlement to apply to court for a new tenancy and remain in occupation at the end of an expired lease. There are certain specified grounds where a landlord can refrain from granting a lease renewal and the rules are involved. Fees are different for commercial conveyancing. Chew Magna is one of the many areas of the UK in which the firms we work with have offices

My wife and I have appointed a Chew Magna conveyancing solicitor for our house purchase (novice purchasers) and have noticed in the Ts and Cs that they are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Need I be worried or is that standard with property lawyer?

We can't see why they should be. Most conveyancing practitioner don't lend money. They will be regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, who dictate strict stipulations regulating monies sitting in their bank.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Chew Magna regulated by the SRA

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

  • Peter Burrows & Co, 194 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS3 1JF
  • Watkins Solicitors Incorporating Brain Sinnott & Co, 192 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 1JF
  • Cooke Painter Limited, 314 Wells Road, Knowle, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS4 2QG
  • David Lees & Co, 319 Wells Road, Bristol, Avon, BS4 2QD
  • Nelson Legal Llp, Victory House, 172 Wells Road, Knowle, Bristol, BS4 2AL

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Chew Magna regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Chew Magna practicing in commercial conveyancing in Chew Magna. This may include advice on complex issues under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1954
  • Watkins Solicitors Incorporating Brain Sinnott & Co, 192 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 1JF
  • Cooke Painter Limited, 314 Wells Road, Knowle, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS4 2QG
  • David Lees & Co, 319 Wells Road, Bristol, Avon, BS4 2QD
  • Veale Wasbrough Vizards Llp, Narrow Quay House, Narrow Quay, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS1 4QA
  • Veale Wasbrough Executor And Trustee Company, Narrow Quay House, Narrow Quay, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS1 4QA

Planning law solicitors in Chew Magna regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The solicitors listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Chew Magna practicing in planning law. This may include advice on applications about listed buildings and conservation areas
  • Merrett & Co, Hazel Farm, Upper Littleton, Winford, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS40 8HG
  • Veale Wasbrough Vizards Llp, Narrow Quay House, Narrow Quay, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS1 4QA
  • Gregg Latchams Limited, 7 Queen Square, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS1 4JE
  • Fussell Wright, 59 Queen Charlotte Street, Bristol, Bristol, BS1 4HL
  • Humphreys & Co, 14 King Street, Bristol, Avon, BS1 4EF

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

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