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Cheap conveyancing in Harwell does not necessarily mean low quality - but the odds are stacked against you

Logical reasons to let us assist you select a high street conveyancing solicitor in Harwell

  • 1 Cut price packages from online conveyancers might be tempting. However, these companies are often located many miles away with little appreciation of the factors that affect property transactions in Harwell
  • 2 Experience means that Harwell solicitor have developed valuable links with Harwell local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and house builders enabling them to liaise at speed with all parties involved in the process of handling your home move in Harwell.
  • 3 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Harwell is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) sometimes falls short of the high standards of professionalism you will expect.
  • 4 Harwell property lawyers work in partnership with Harwell estate agents, house builders, surveyors, banks and other professionals to make sure that the highest level of service is offered to buyers and sellers every step of the way, never losing sight of the time-critical nature behind your conveyancing transaction
  • 5 No matter what any other companies tell you it just might be important to visit your solicitor to sign documents. There are various parties with with an interest in a conveyancing transaction without having to add the postman into the equation.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Harwell since December 2024*

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Sale

of semi-detached residence, Barrow Road, OX11 0EB completing on 10/01/2025 at a price of £955,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, securing official copies of the title

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Transfer

of house property, High Street, OX11 0EU completing on 03/01/2025 at a price of £363,500. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, ordering official copies of the title, agreeing completion date with parties

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Sale

of terraced residence, Wantage Road, OX11 0LL completing on 09/01/2025 at a price of £860,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, sending title deeds and executed transfer to purchaser’s conveyancer

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Transfer

of semi-detached residence, Hornsby Fields, OX11 6GJ completing on 13/01/2025 at a price of £388,000. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, preparing statement detailing charges, setting up the completion formalities

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Harwell

Souldusing a Harwell conveyancing solicitor make the legal process smoother?

Existing third party connections are another important factor to consider when appointing conveyancing lawyers. Harwell law firms often have connections with lenders and property, local authorities, valuers and other conveyancing firms meaning the whole process is going to be much smoother for you. Having a wealth of insight into the local area also helps too.

Do I have to visit the offices of the solicitor to execute the mortgage deed? If so, I will appoint a lawyer who conducts conveyancing in Harwell so that I can pop in to their offices if necessary.

Whereas this was necessary 12 years ago, most lenders no longer need their conveyancing panel solicitor to witness the mortgagors signature. It will still be necessary for you to provide identification documents and there are still distinct advantages to using a locally based ayer, in your situation a conveyancing solicitor in Harwell.

There are numerous conveyancing solicitors in Harwell but how do I know who's good?

We would encourage you not to go for the lowest Harwell conveyancing quote. You really do get what you pay for when it comes to property lawyers. A cheap quote may mean that the conveyancing solicitor is handling a lot of jobs at one time and you won’t get the quality of service and the attention that you need. It is, however, wise to use a conveyancer who has a fixed fee on a no sale, no fee basis. This way, you know exactly what you’ll have to pay in ahead of the deal.

I am expecting a DIP from Nationwide 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 Nationwide recommend any Harwell solicitors on the Nationwide conveyancing panel, or is it better to go independently?

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

Having 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 Harwell solicitor - who is on the Nationwide conveyancing panel - on this she said they don't do this and I need to contract an independent surveyor. is that correct?

Nationwide will need an independent valuation of the property. Your lawyer will not arrange this. Usually Nationwide 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 Harwell 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 appreciate that there are debates on Chancel Insurance on online forums. Am I compelled to take this when acquiring a property in Harwell? or I am told that there is historic law that could mean that homeowners living in a parish church boundary may be liable to contribute towards repairs to the chancel within the church. Is this appropriate for conveyancing in Harwell?

Unless a prior purchase of the premises took place post 12 October 2013 you can expect conveyancing practitioners delivering conveyancing in Harwell to remain recommending a chancel search and or insurance against a claim.

How can the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 affect my business premises in Harwell and how can you help?

The particular law that you refer to affords a safeguard to commercial lessees, granting the legal entitlement to apply to court for a continuation of occupancy when the lease reaches an end. There are limited grounds that a landlord can refrain from granting a lease renewal and the rules are involved. We are happy to direct you to commercial conveyancing practices who use the act to your advantage and assist with commercial conveyancing in Harwell

I need to find a conveyancing solicitor for my conveyancing in Harwell. I have chance upon a web site which appears to be the ideal answer If it is possible to get all the legals done via email that would be ideal. Do I need to be wary? What are the potential pitfalls?

As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Harwell

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Harwell practicing in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This will likely include advice on Rent Act Protected, Assured and Assured Shorthold tenancies

  • Brookstreet Des Roches Llp, 25a Western Avenue, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4SH
  • Franklins, 15 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AN
  • Law And Property Lawyers Limited, 5 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AL
  • Challenor & Son, Stratton House, 50 Bath Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3LA

Planning law solicitors in Harwell regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Harwell practicing in planning law. This may include advice on special planning controls
  • Brookstreet Des Roches Llp, 25a Western Avenue, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4SH
  • Franklins, 15 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AN
  • Law And Property Lawyers Limited, 5 Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5AL

Harwell commercial property solicitors provide expert offering advice on numerous aspects of commercial property law

    Subletting, licences and sharing occupation Granting a licence to assign, sublet or carry out works complex procedures concerning renewal, rent reviews, dilapidations and the many obligations encountered by Landlords and Tenants of business premises Lease renewals and variations Property finance transactions, including sale and leaseback Options and guarantees

Neighboring Locations

Abingdon
Harwell
Didcot

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

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