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Logical reasons to use our service to help you choose a high street conveyancing solicitor in Gower

  • 1 Firms that specialise in conveyancing in Gower regularly deal withlocal issues specific to Gower and therefore you may benefit from better advice and faster conveyancing.
  • 2 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Gower is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by large estate agency chains) sometimes falls short of the level of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 3 Personal touch and pure property local knowledge are key benefits that you should look for when selecting conveyancing solicitors. Gower home moves can be made significantly more stressful as a result of poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers we work with ensure that communication channels are open and act on arising issues and developments instantly.
  • 4 Lawyer conveyancing solicitors have excellent personal connections with Gower estate agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 5 Over the years Gower conveyancer have developed valuable connections with Gower local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and house builders enabling them to liaise at speed with all concerned in the process of dealing with your home move in Gower.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Gower since October 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Gower

We see that you have a post code search directory identifying solicitors on the Barclays conveyancing panel. Do companies pay you a commission if I retain them for our conveyancing in Gower?

We are a listing service only for law firms wishing to communicate if they are on the Barclays conveyancing panel or other lender panels. We do not charge referral fees to any conveyancer that you subsequently appoint for your conveyancing in Gower.

Do I have to visit the offices of the solicitor to execute the mortgage deed? If so, I will instruct a firm who offer conveyancing in Gower so that I can attend their offices when needed.

Whereas this was necessary ten years ago, almost all mortgage companies no longer oblige their conveyancing panel solicitor to witness the borrowers signature. It will still be necessary for you to hand over ID documents and there are still manifest benefits to instructing a local practitioner, in your case a conveyancing solicitor in Gower.

is it true that all Gower solicitor practices on the HSBC conveyancing panel are overseen by the SRA?

As a firm of solicitors, in order to be on the HSBC conveyancing panel they would need to be overseen by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority. Some mortgage companies do permit licenced conveyancers on their panel in which case such practice would be governed by the CLC.

I am expecting a AIP from TSB this week so we can work out what to offer on a property we like as otherwise we are dependent on web based calculators (which aren't taking into account credit checks etc). Do TSB recommend any Gower solicitors on the TSB conveyancing panel, or is it better to go independently?

You will need to appoint Gower solicitors independently although you'll need to choose one on the TSB conveyancing panel. The solicitor represents both you and TSB through the process.

I've read lots of house buying guides, I note that they all recommend that you should get your house surveyed prior to buying it. When I asked my local Gower solicitor - who is on the UBS conveyancing panel - on this she said they don't do this and I need to contract an independent surveyor. Is that normal?

UBS will need an independent valuation of the property. Your lawyer will not arrange this. Usually UBS will appoint their own surveyor to do this, and you will have to pay for it. Remember that this is a valuation for mortgage purposes and not a survey. You may wish to consider appointing your own Gower surveyor to carry out a survey or prepare a home buyers report on the property. It is up to you to satisfy yourself that the property is structurally sound before you buy it. If the survey or report reveals that building work is needed, you should tell your solicitor. You may wish to renegotiate with the seller.

I purchased a semi-detached Edwardian house in Gower. Conveyancing practitioner acted for me and Godiva Mortgages Ltd. I happened to do a free search for it on the Land Registry database and I saw a couple of entries: the first freehold, another for leasehold with the exact same property. Is it worth asking Godiva Mortgages Ltd to clarify?

You should assess the Freehold register you have again and check the Charges Register as there may be mention of a lease. The best way to be sure that you are also the registered proprietor of the leasehold and freehold title as well is to check (£3). It is not completely unheard of in Gower and other locations in the country and poses no real issues for owners other than when they buy they have to account for both freehold and leasehold interests when dealing with lenders. You can also enquire as to the position with the conveyancing lawyer who conducted the work.

My business partner and I are intending to lease a unit on a shopping parade. Can you recommend lawyers offering competitive charges for commercial conveyancing in Gower for under 2k?

We are happy to recommend firms who host a wealth of experience of commercial conveyancing in Gower, including the sale and purchase of businesses as well as simply premises. Whether you are hoping to acquire or dispose of a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail unit or a whole business we will find you the right solicitor. Regarding the costs this will depend on the structure and complexity of the deal. Let us have your details or call so as to enable us to provide you with a fixed commercial conveyancing quote.

My brother has suggested that I appoint his conveyancers in Gower. Do I follow his recommendation?

No doubt the ideal way to find a conveyancing solicitor is to seek referrals from friends or relatives who have actually experience in using the solicitor you're are thinking of instructing.

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What to expect from a Licensed Conveyancer for conveyancing in Gower?

Licensed Conveyancers specialise in the legalities surrounding purchasing and selling property and cover conveyancing nationwide not just Gower. When using a Licensed Conveyancer regulated by the CLC, you should:
  • Enjoy the benefit of an honest and lawful conveyancing.
  • Receive a high standard of legal services.
  • Enjoy the benefit of your matters dealt with using care, skill and legal know-how.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high quality of service due to your conveyancer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Be provided with a service which is accessible and responsive to your specific requirements.
  • You should not consider yourself discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • Not receive a service which is below the level you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Have your individual needs taken into account should you make a complaint.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a speedy, impartial and comprehensive service when if a complaint is registered about your conveyancing in Gower.

Typically, Gower conveyancing for a purchase has some of the following tasks

  • Taking instructions from parties involved
  • Checking the title unregistered or registered
  • Conducting Gower property searches for the property
  • Reviewing draft sale agreement and other documentation forwarded by the seller’s property lawyer
  • Raising queries with the vendor’s property lawyer
  • Negotiating the sale agreement
  • Analysing replies given by the seller to pre-exchange enquiries
  • Agreeing the wording for the Transfer Deed for completion
  • Guiding the purchasing in respect of the mortgage offer: (where appropriate)
  • Drawing up and sending the purchaser a report on title (that is; summarising to the purchaser on the contents of the contract pack, pre-contract enquiries and the result of the searches)
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then completion formalities
  • Preparing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the appropriate SDLT forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration procedures for the new ownership and the home loan (if applicable) at the Land Registry.

Whether you are going through a divorce or breakup or simply wish to transfer your property to someone else, transfer of equity conveyancing in Gower has some of the following tasks:

  • Taking instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Following instructions from the lender (if applicable)
  • Agreeing the terms of the transaction
  • Drafting Transfer or approving the Transfer deed
  • Agreeing amendments to the the Transfer deed
  • Corresponding with parties concerning the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and releasing funds to the appropriate parties
  • Preparing and submitting to HMRC the correct Land Tax forms and payment
  • Registering the buyer and the mortgage (where appropriate) at the HMLR.

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

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