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Harrogate Conveyancing Statistics*

  • 1 Percentage of cases in Harrogate that are buy to let is 11%
  • 2 The most common indemnity insurance policies for Harrogate conveyancing is Restrictive Covenant
  • 3 79% freehold and 21% leasehold conveyancing in Harrogate for this year to date
  • 4 Percentage of leasehold conveyancing cases in Harrogate with service charge retention of 5%
  • 5 Percentage of leasehold conveyancing purchases in Harrogate is 33% where there is a share in the management company or freehold company

Examples of recent conveyancing in Harrogate since September 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Harrogate

My fiance’s step-father is a property lawyer. I suspect that I'll be able to get preferential fee for conveyancing, but if not, what level of costs should I be expecting for conveyancing in Harrogate?

It’s a good idea to look for two or three conveyancing estimates. Make use of our comparison tool on this site. You will notice that fees seem to vary but service levels do are distinct between law firms as is the case with most professions.

Do conveyancers request money up-front when it comes to conveyancing in Harrogate?

If you are buying a property in Harrogate your solicitor will ask you to provide them with monies to cover the the cost of the conveyancing searches. Ordinarily this is asked for to cover the fees of the Local Authority Search. If any down payment is as part of the total price then this will be asked for immediately in advance of exchange of contracts. The closing balance that is needed will be payable shortly before completion.

I am considering applying for a Principality mortgage for purchase of a newly converted (under development) in Harrogate with 65 per cent loan to value. Is it compulsory to choose a solicitor on the conveyancing panel for Principality ?

In theory, you could use a solicitor that is not on the Principality conveyancing panel, but Principality would require one of their panel solicitors to be instructed to act in their interests, and you'd have to pay for this - so most people instruct a panel solicitor. It's also easier, as otherwise you'd have to deal with two solicitors for the same conveyancing matter.

The estate agent has sent us the confirmation of our purchase of a new build apartment in Harrogate. Conveyancing is necessary evil at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build legal work.

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

    The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. If there are lifts in the building, please confirm that the owners of flats on the ground and basement floors will not be required to contribute towards the cost of maintenance and renewal. Where service of notices and proceedings can be at the property demised please confirm that this can be amended to include simultaneous services at the Lessees’ solicitors’ offices where the Lessee from time to time is not resident in the UK - such solicitors may be varied by notice in writing to the Landlord from time to time but otherwise will be as previously specified. Investor purchasers must be able to freely grant unsecured tenancies at market rents without requiring any consents.

I am downsizing from my home. My previous lawyers closed down. It would be helpful to have a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. I happen to live in Harrogate if that makes things easier.

Do use our search tool to help you choose a solicitor for your conveyancing in Harrogate. 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.

Builders have recommended to me a solicitor and I've sought an estimate from them. It's almost £400 cheaper than my own Harrogate lawyer. What's the catch?

Developers frequently have panels of conveyancing practitioners who expedite matters and who know the builder's paperwork and property lawyer. As many developers offer an inducement to select a preferred property lawyer for this reason, any increased fees can be avoided and a builder will not put forward a conveyancing factory and run the risk of having the transaction stall when they need an exchange in 28 days. A counter-argument for not opting for the suggested solicitor is that they may be reluctant to 'push' your interests for fear of upsetting the developer. If you worry that this may be the case you should remain with your high street Harrogate lawyer.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Harrogate regulated by the SRA

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

  • Taylor Fawcett Limited, 7 Princes Square, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1ND
  • Raworths Llp, Eton House, 89 Station Parade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1HF
  • Berwins Solicitors Limited, 2 North Park Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 5PA
  • Kirbys Llp, 32 Victoria Avenue, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 5PR
  • Nicholls & Co, 18a, Mayfield Grove, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 5HB

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Harrogate regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Harrogate specialising in commercial conveyancing in Harrogate. This will likely include advice on granting a lease to a commercial tenant
  • Powell Eddison Freeman & Wilks, 14 Albert Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1JW
  • Raworths Llp, Eton House, 89 Station Parade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1HF
  • Berwins Solicitors Limited, 2 North Park Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 5PA
  • Mccormicks, Wharfedale House, 35-37 East Parade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 5LQ
  • Kirbys Llp, 32 Victoria Avenue, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 5PR

Transfer of Equity conveyancing in Harrogate ordinarily comprises the following:

  • Obtaining instructions from parties involved
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Following instructions from the bank (if relevant)
  • Negotiating the terms of the transaction
  • Drawing up Transfer or approving the Transfer deed
  • Negotiating amendments to the the Transfer deed
  • Communicating with parties with regards to the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and releasing monies to the appropriate parties
  • Completing and submitting to HMRC the appropriate stamp duty forms and payment
  • Registering the change in ownership and the home loan (where appropriate) at the Land Registry.

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

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