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  • 1 The accumulation of transactions means that Ivybridge solicitor have established excellent links with Ivybridge local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and house builders enabling them to liaise at speed with all concerned in the process of handling your conveyancing in Ivybridge.
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Examples of recent conveyancing in Ivybridge since December 2024*

Transfer

of semi premises, New Meadow, PL21 9PT completing on 13/01/2025 at a price of £564,000. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, sending title deeds and signed transfer to purchaser’s lawyers

Sale

of house residence, Oaktree Close, PL21 9RJ completing on 21/01/2025 at a price of £450,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, agreeing completion date with parties, setting up the completion formalities

Disposal

of terraced residence, Hill Crest, PL21 9LS completing on 24/01/2025 at a price of £275,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: sending the transfer to the seller for signature in readiness for completion, obtaining official copies of the title, agreeing completion date with parties

Transfer

of semi property, Erme Park, PL21 9LY completing on 03/01/2025 at a price of £465,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, sending the transfer to the vendor for execution in preparation for completion, setting up the completion formalities

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Ivybridge

We have very pushy vendors who has suggested a exclusivity agreement with a down payment 10k. Is it wise to enter into such agreements?

There are two main downsides with signing a lock out contract (also referred to as an exclusivity agreement) is that it can distract from progressing with the conveyancing transaction itself, so unless it requires limited or no negotiation then it may turn out to be a cause of frustration and delay. It is not strongly advocated by Ivybridge conveyancing solicitors as a result. The other main issue is the extent of the remedies available - a jilted buyer should not expect to be granted injunctive relief to prohibit the owner completing the sale to an alternative purchaser, so the only remedy open via the agreement will be the reimbursement of abortive costs and, in limited scenarios, the additional payment of damages.

Why do I have to pay up front for conveyancing in Ivybridge?

Where you are retaining lawyers for conveyancing in Ivybridge your lawyer will request that you put them with funds to cover the the cost of the conveyancing searches. This will be the total of the cost of the conveyancing searches. If any deposit is payable against the total price then this will be asked for shortly before exchange of contracts. Any further balance that is due should be sent to your lawyer shortly before completion.

Do the Building Society Association intend to launch a online directory to to identify law firms on the Norwich and Peterborough Building Society conveyancing panel for example in Ivybridge?

We are not aware of any plans on the part of the BSA to promote such a search facility.

I'm the only recipient of my late father’s estate with all property in now in my sole name, including the house in Ivybridge. The Ivybridge property was put into my name in February. I want to move. I understand that there is a Mortgage Lenders 6 month 'rule', which means that my property ownership may be treated the same way as though I had purchased the property in February. Do I have to wait half a year to sell?

The CML handbook instructs conveyancers to: "report to us immediately if the owner or registered proprietor has been registered for less than six months." By the strict wording you may be caught by that. Some lenders would take a sensible view as this clause chiefly exists to identify subsales or the quick reselling of property.

When it comes to lenders such as RBS, do Ivybridge solicitors face an annual charge to be on the conveyancing panel?

We are not aware of any mortgage company fees to be on their list of approved firms, although some do charge an administration fee to deal with the processing of the conveyancing panel application.

It is not clear whether my mortgage offer requires a lease extension. I have called my Ivybridge building society branch on a couple of occasions and was reassured it wasn't a problem and they will lend. My Ivybridge conveyancing solicitor - who is on the mortgage company conveyancing panel- called to say that they will not lend in accordance with their specific requirements. I have no idea who is right.

Your conveyancer must follow the Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook Part 2 requirements for your lender. Unless your lawyer obtains specific confirmation in writing that the bank 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.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a house I have offered on last month in what was supposed to be a straight forward, chain free conveyancing. Ivybridge is where the house is located. Can you offer any advice?

Flying freeholds in Ivybridge are rare but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Ivybridge you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds very carefully. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Ivybridge may ascertain that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold premises.

I have just found out that one of the partners of the conveyancing practice undertaking the purchase conveyancing in Ivybridge is a relative of the seller. Is this allowed?

On the basis that no conflict arises this is allowable. If you are requiring mortgage finance then the lender may have a say as many banks have specific requirements concerning this. For example for Chelsea Building Society as of 30/3/2025, the requirements read as follows :

1.15- May your firm act if the person dealing with the transaction or a member of his immediate family is the borrower?

Yes, provided that:
* there is no conflict of interest and none arises during the transaction
* the firm is a partnership
* the conveyancer acting is not the borrower or a member of the borrower's immediate family.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Ivybridge regulated by the SRA

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

  • Kings - Solicitors, 24 Fore Street, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 9AB
  • Clark & Weeks, 85-89 Ridgeway, Plympton, Plymouth, Devon, PL7 2AA

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Ivybridge regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Ivybridge specialising in commercial conveyancing in Ivybridge. This should include advice on complex issues under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1954
  • Kings - Solicitors, 24 Fore Street, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 9AB

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

Licensed Conveyancers specialise in the legalities surrounding buying and selling property and cover conveyancing nationwide not just Ivybridge. If appointed a Licensed Conveyancer regulated by the CLC, you are entitled to:
  • Receive an honest and lawful conveyancing.
  • Be supplied with a high standard of legal services.
  • Receive your transaction dealt with using care, skill and legal know-how.
  • Receive a high quality of service due to your lawyer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Receive 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.
  • Ensure your individual needs taken into account should you make a complaint.
  • Have a speedy, objective and comprehensive service where making a complaint about your conveyancing in Ivybridge about your conveyancing in Ivybridge.

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

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