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Top 5 reasons to let us help you find a high street conveyancing solicitor in Faringdon

  • 1 Solicitors accustomed to conveyancing in Faringdon are familiar with the local concerns peculiar to Faringdon and therefore you may benefit from better advice and faster conveyancing.
  • 2 Chances are that the other side’s lawyers are based in Faringdon - if so both parties are likely to have worked on conveyancing matters in the past
  • 3 The firms identified on our web pages have a variation of conveyancing lawyers, legal executives and support staff handling thousands of conveyancing matters annually.
  • 4 Experience means that Faringdon property lawyer have developed excellent working relationships with Faringdon local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and property developers enabling them to liaise at speed with all parties involved in the process of undertaking your conveyancing in Faringdon.
  • 5 Faringdon conveyancers work in partnership with Faringdon estate agents, house builders, surveyors, banks and other professionals to make sure that a quality service is offered to clients every step of the way, ensuring the smoothest, most stress-free process possible

Examples of recent conveyancing in Faringdon since March 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Faringdon

Would the conveyancing solicitors that you recommend handle auction conveyancing in Faringdon?

There are a few niche solicitors we can put you in touch with those who can conduct auction conveyancing. Faringdon is one of the many areas of where our lawyers have offices.

We just had an offer accepted to buy with Melton Mowbray Building Society. We have called around locally but am unable to find a Faringdon conveyancing firm on the Melton Mowbray Building Society panel. Please you assist?

You should make use of the find a conveyancing panel solicitor tool on this web page. Please choose the mortgage company and type Faringdon or your preferred area and you will see a number of lawyer offices in Faringdon or by proximity to you.

Will my lawyer be raising questions about flooding as part of the conveyancing in Faringdon.

The risk of flooding is if increasing concern for lawyers dealing with homes in Faringdon. There are those who buy a house in Faringdon, fully aware that at some time, it may be flooded. However, aside from the physical destruction, if a house is at risk of flooding, it may be difficult to obtain a mortgage, adequate insurance cover, or sell the property. Steps can be carried out as part of the conveyancing process to forewarn the purchaser.

Lawyers are not best placed to give advice on flood risk, but there are a number of searches that can be initiated by the purchaser or on a buyer’s behalf which will give them a better understanding of the risks in Faringdon. The conventional set of property information forms sent to a buyer’s solicitor (where the Conveyancing Protocol is adopted) incorporates a usual inquiry of the seller to discover whether the property has suffered from flooding. In the event that flooding has previously occurred which is not disclosed by the owner, then a purchaser may issue a compensation claim resulting from an misleading answer. A purchaser’s lawyers should also commission an environmental report. This should indicate if there is any known flood risk. If so, more detailed investigations should be carried out.

Due to the input of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a house in Faringdon before instructing solicitors. I have been told that there is a flying freehold aspect to the house. My surveyor has said that some mortgage companies may not issue a mortgage on a flying freehold property.

It depends who your proposed lender is. Lloyds has different requirements from Halifax. Should you wish to call us we can investigate further via the appropriate lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Faringdon. Conveyancing can be more complicated and therefore you should check with your conveyancing solicitor in Faringdon to see if the conveyancing will be more expensive.

In searching the internet for the words on line conveyancing in Faringdon it brings up many conveyancersin the area. With so much choice what is the best way to find the suitable conveyancer for purchase transaction?

The preferential way of choosing a suitable conveyancer is via personal recommendation, so ask friends and family who have acquired a property in Faringdon or the reputable estate agent or financial adviser. Fees for conveyancing in Faringdon vary, so it's advisable to secure a minimum of four costs illustrations from varying types of companies. Make sure that you clarify what costs in the quote includes.

I've found a house that appears to meet my requirements, at a great price which is making it more attractive. I have subsequently been informed that it's a leasehold as opposed to freehold. I am assuming that there are issues purchasing a house with a leasehold title in Faringdon. Conveyancing advisers have are soon to be instructed. Will my lawyers set out the implications of buying a leasehold house in Faringdon ?

The majority of houses in Faringdon are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local solicitor used to dealing with such properties who can assist with the conveyancing process. It is clear that you are buying in Faringdon so you should seriously consider looking for a Faringdon conveyancing solicitor and check that they have experience in advising on leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the unexpired lease term. As a tenant you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want to the property. The lease comes with conditions such as requiring the freeholder’sconsent to carry out changes to the property. You may also be required to pay a contribution towards the upkeep of the communal areas where the property is part of an estate. Your lawyer will advise you fully on all the issues.

I own a basement flat in Faringdon, conveyancing formalities finalised in 2003. Can you work out an approximate cost of a lease extension? Corresponding flats in Faringdon with a long lease are worth £202,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £60 per annum. The lease expires on 21st October 2082

With 57 years left to run the likely cost is going to range between £28,500 and £33,000 plus professional fees.

The figure above a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we cannot give you a more accurate figure in the absence of detailed investigations. You should not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There are no doubt 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 take any other action placing reliance on this information without first seeking the advice of a professional.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Faringdon

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Faringdon with expertise in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This will likely include advice on Leasehold Valuation Tribunal proceedings

  • Bampton Law Llp, Clanfield House, Market Square, Bampton, Oxfordshire, OX18 2JJ

Residential Licensed Conveyancers in Faringdon regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers

Please note that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Faringdon but also conveyancing across England and Wales.
  • Bl Convey Limited, Clanfield House, OX18 2JJ

Faringdon commercial property solicitors draw on a full range of commercial expertise offering advice on a number of issues across all aspects of commercial property law

    Land use planning and environmental issues complex procedures concerning renewal, rent reviews, dilapidations and the many obligations encountered by Landlords and Tenants of commercial premises Hotels, public houses and restaurants Development, including options, overage agreements, JCT building contracts Property due diligence in connection with corporate acquisitions and disposals Lease renewals and variations

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