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Reasons to use our Exminster conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Over the years Exminster conveyancer have established very good links with Exminster local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and property developers enabling them to liaise at speed with all parties involved in the process of dealing with your conveyancing in Exminster.
  • 2 Cut price packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these firms are often located hundreds of miles away with limited understanding of the factors that affect property transactions in Exminster
  • 3 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Exminster is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) often falls short of the high standards of professionalism you will expect.
  • 4 We are the UKs most comprehensive domestic conveyancing directory listing bank approved property lawyers carrying out conveyancing in Exminster regulated by the SRA or CLC.
  • 5 Exminster solicitor are the linchpin to a successful Exminster conveyancing experience, keeping the process under control. They are on your side throughout, offering dedicated advice for the duration of your conveyancing

Examples of recent conveyancing in Exminster since February 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Exminster

What is the best way to discover of the solicitor carrying out my conveyancing in Exminster is on the bank’sconveyancing panel? I am looking to avoid the situation of having one lawyer for me and one for Platform Home Loans Ltd thus spending £175.00 in further conveyancing charges.

Please do make the most of the search tool on this site. Please choose the lender and type ‘Exminster’ or your preferred area and you will be presented with numerous solicitors located in Exminster or near you.

I am planning to move property in June. Should my conveyancing solicitor communicate with the removal company on the completion day. As an aside, can you suggest a removal company in Exminster. Conveyancing solicitor was chosen prior to coming across your site.

On the afternoon of completion you can collect the house keys from your property agent however this should only take place after the sellers conveyancers confirm to the agent that they acknowledge receipt of the completion payment and the keys can be passed over. You should advise the removal company that they can start moving you in. We are not in a position to suggest a specific removal organisation but can help you locate a conveyancing in Exminster or a legal practice with expertise in conveyancing in Exminster.

Can I be sure that the Exminster conveyancing solicitor on the Virgin Money panel is any good?

When it comes to conveyancing in Exminster getting recommendations is a good start. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one which is cheap as chips. We would always suggest that you speak with the solicitor carrying out your conveyancing.

It is not clear whether my mortgage offer requires a lease extension. I have called into my local Exminster bank branch on a couple of occasions and was informed it wasn't a problem and they would lend. My Exminster conveyancing solicitor - who is on the bank conveyancing panel- called and was told they will not lend in accordance with their UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook minimum lease term requirements. I simply don't know who is right.

Your lawyer must follow the CML Handbook section two requirements for your bank. Unless your lawyer obtains specific confirmation in writing that the mortgage company 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 lender to contact your lawyer in writing confirming that they will accept the number of years left on the lease.

Should our solicitor be asking questions regarding flooding during the conveyancing in Exminster.

Flooding is a growing risk for lawyers dealing with homes in Exminster. Some people will buy a house in Exminster, completely aware that at some time, it may be flooded. However, leaving to one side the physical damage, if a property is at risk of flooding, it may be difficult to get a mortgage, suitable building insurance, or sell the premises. There are steps that can be taken during the course of a property purchase to forewarn the buyer.

Conveyancers are not qualified to give advice on flood risk, however there are a various searches that may be undertaken by the buyer or on a buyer’s behalf which can figure out the risks in Exminster. The conventional set of completed inquiry forms given to a buyer’s lawyer (where the solicitors are adopting what is known as the Conveyancing Protocol) contains a usual question of the vendor to determine whether the premises has suffered from flooding. In the event that the residence has been flooded in past and is not disclosed by the vendor, then a buyer could issue a compensation claim as a result of such an misleading answer. The buyer’s solicitors will also commission an environmental search. This should indicate whether there is a recorded flood risk. If so, more detailed inquiries will need to be made.

I am looking to sell my property. My previous solicitors has retired. I am in need of a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. Im based in Exminster if that makes things easier.

Do use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Exminster. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with regulated solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move runs with a minimum of fuss.

We expect to complete the disposal of our £275,000 flat in Exminster next week. The freeholder has quoted £408 for Certificate of Compliance, insurance certificate and 3 years statements of service charge. Is it legal for a freeholder to charge an administration fee for a leasehold conveyance in Exminster?

Exminster conveyancing on leasehold maisonettes ordinarily involves administration charges levied by landlords agents :

    Addressing pre-exchange enquiries Where consent is required before sale in Exminster Supplying insurance information Deeds of covenant upon sale Registering of the assignment of the change of lessee after a sale
Your lawyer will have no control over the level of the charges for this information but the average costs for the information for Exminster leasehold premises is £350. For Exminster conveyancing transactions it is customary for the seller to pay for these costs. The landlord or their agents are under no legal obligation to answer such questions most will be willing to do so - albeit often at exorbitant prices where the fees bear little relation to the work involved. Unfortunately there is no law that requires fixed charges for administrative tasks. Neither is there any legal time frame by which they are obliged to provide answers.

I own a split level flat in Exminster, conveyancing having been completed half a dozen years ago. Can you work out an approximate cost of a lease extension? Similar properties in Exminster with an extended lease are worth £211,000. The ground rent is £45 charged once a year. The lease comes to an end on 21st October 2092

You have 67 years remaining on your lease we estimate the premium for your lease extension to range between £10,500 and £12,000 as well as legals.

The figure that we have given is 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 investigations. You should not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There are no doubt other concerns that need to be taken into account and you obviously want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not take any other action based on this information before getting professional advice.

How much should conveyancing in Exminster cost?

The total sum charged for conveyancing in Exminster are likely to be calculated at:

  1. a standard cost; or
  2. an hourly rate (i.e. the time spent on the particular case).

In reality you seldom hear of Exminster conveyancing solicitors invoice on an hourly basis

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Exminster regulated by the SRA

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

  • Scott Rowe Limited, Chard Street, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5DS
  • Milford & Dormor, Silver Street, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5AJ
  • Beviss & Beckingsale, Law Chambers, Silver Street, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5AH

Domestic in Exminster 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
  • Preparing contract and associated documents
  • Sending draft papers to the solicitor retained by the purchaser
  • Finalising the wording for contracts and responding to further queries from the purchaser’s solicitor
  • Finalising the transfer document
  • Replying to requisitions raised by the buyer’s solicitor
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then completion formalities
  • Receiving sale proceeds and sending funds to the seller, the estate agent and other relevant parties (if applicable)

Transfer of Equity conveyancing in Exminster 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
  • Representing bank (where applicable)
  • Agreeing the terms of the transaction
  • Drawing up Transfer or approving the Transfer deed
  • Agreeing amendments to the draft Transfer
  • Communicating with parties concerning the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and transferring funds to the appropriate parties
  • Preparing and submitting to HMRC the appropriate SDLT forms and payment
  • Registering the change in ownership and the home loan (where relevant) at the HM Land Registry.

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

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