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

Reasons to use our Kidlington conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Kidlington property lawyers work in partnership with Kidlington estate agents, house builders, surveyors, mortgage companies and other professionals to ensure that a quality service is offered to home movers every step of the way, never losing sight of the time-critical nature behind your conveyancing transaction
  • 2 The firms listed on our directory have a variation of conveyancing practitioners, legal executives and support staff handling thousands of conveyancing matters each year.
  • 3 Regardless other sites inform you it could be necessary to visit your solicitor to execute contracts. There are various parties with with an interest in a conveyancing transaction without having to include the postman into the equation.
  • 4 Kidlington property lawyers have a significant advantage when it comes to Kidlington conveyancing as they have valuable local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other matters that will affect your conveyancing
  • 5 There is a better than average chance that the the solicitors for the other party are based in Kidlington - if so both parties are likely to be familiar

Examples of recent conveyancing in Kidlington since July 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Kidlington

Am I correct in assuming that the fact that my conveyancer in Kidlington is not listed on my bank's solicitor panel that there is a problem with the standard of the firm’s work?

That is most likely an incorrect assumption to make. There are all sorts of perfectly reasonable explanations. Just recently a report by the solicitors regulator indicated 76% of law firms surveyed had been removed from at least one lender panel. The most common reasons for removal are: (1) lack of transactions (2) the lawyer is a sole practitioner (3) as part of the HSBC panel reduction (4) regulatory contact by SRA (5) accidental removal. Should you be concerned you should contact the Kidlington conveyancing practice and enquire why they are no longer on the approved list for your mortgage company.

My stepmother pointed out to me me that in purchasing a property in Kidlington there could be a number of restrictions prohibiting external alterations to the property. Is this right?

There are anumerous of properties in Kidlington which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to perform external variations. Part of the conveyancing in Kidlington should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.

Does a directory service exist listing Nationwide panel solicitors in Kidlington on the Building Society Association’s Website?

Unfortunately not yet. There is no such tool on the CML or Building Society Association websites. Very few banks make their panel listings visible over the internet. Where you are in need of a Kidlington lawyer on the Nationwide please make the most of our facility.

Completion of my purchase has taken place for my property in Kidlington. Conveyancing was a necessary evil but I feel I should register my dissatisfaction about the lender. Who do I contact should I wish to lodge a complaint?

Most banks and building societies have complaints procedures. Your first point of contact should be one of the lender’s branches or the Customer Care Team at head office. In most cases complaints to a lender are sorted out effectively and efficiently. However if you are not satisfied that the matter is not resolved you can write to Financial Ombudsman Service who will take matters further.

I decided to have a survey done on a property in Kidlington before retaining solicitors. I have been told that there is a flying freehold element to the house. Our surveyor advised that some banks may not grant a mortgage on a flying freehold house.

It varies from the lender to lender. Bank of Scotland has different requirements for example to Nationwide. If you contact us we can investigate further via the appropriate lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Kidlington. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.

What does commercial conveyancing in Kidlington cover?

Commercial conveyancing in Kidlington covers a broad range of services, provided by qualified solicitors, relating to business premises. For example, this type of conveyancing can cover the sale or purchase of freehold business premises or, more commonly, the transfer of existing leases or the drafting of new leasing arrangements. Commercial conveyancing solicitors can also offer advice on the sale of business assets, commercial loans and the termination of leases.

I need to retain a conveyancing solicitor for purchase conveyancing in Kidlington. I've discover a site which looks to be the perfect solution If there is a chance to get all formalities done via web that would be preferable. Do I need to be wary? What should out be looking out for?

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?

I've found a house that appears to tick a lot of boxes, at a reasonable figure which is making it all the more appealing. I have just discovered that it's a leasehold rather than freehold. I am assuming that there are issues buying a house with a leasehold title in Kidlington. Conveyancing solicitors have are soon to be instructed. Will my lawyers set out the implications of buying a leasehold house in Kidlington ?

The majority of houses in Kidlington are freehold rather than leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local conveyancer who is familiar with the area who can help the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are buying in Kidlington so you should seriously consider shopping around for a Kidlington conveyancing practitioner and be sure that they are used to transacting on leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the number of years remaining. Being a tenant you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want to the property. The lease will likely included provisions for example obtaining the freeholder’sconsent to carry out changes to the property. You may also be required to pay a service charge towards the upkeep of the estate where the house is part of an estate. Your conveyancer will advise you fully on all the issues.

Kidlington Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - Examples of Queries Prior to Purchasing

    What is the service charge and ground rent on the apartment? How is the lease structured? Can you inform me if there are any major works anticipated that could add a premium to the maintenance fees?

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Kidlington

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Kidlington with expertise in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This may include advice on service charge disputes and the right to manage

  • Beechwood Solicitors Limited, The Old Post Office, 19 Banbury Road, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 1AQ
  • Julian Taylor Solicitors Ltd, Hazel Cottage Studio, Weston-on-the-Green, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX25 3QX
  • Pellmans Llp, 1 Abbey Street, Eynsham, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29 4TB
  • Darbys Solicitors Llp, Midland House, West Way, Botley, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 0PH
  • Ferguson Bricknell, Chester House, George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AY

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Kidlington regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Kidlington practicing in commercial conveyancing in Kidlington. This could include advice on taking a commercial lease as a tenant
  • Beechwood Solicitors Limited, The Old Post Office, 19 Banbury Road, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 1AQ
  • Julian Taylor Solicitors Ltd, Hazel Cottage Studio, Weston-on-the-Green, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX25 3QX
  • Pellmans Llp, 1 Abbey Street, Eynsham, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29 4TB
  • Darbys Solicitors Llp, Midland House, West Way, Botley, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 0PH
  • Linnells Secretarial Services Limited, Seacourt Tower, West Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 0FB

Typically, Kidlington conveyancing for a sale has some of the following tasks

  • Obtaining instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Drawing up the contract and related documents
  • Sending draft papers to the property lawyer acting for the purchaser
  • Finalising the wording for contracts and replying to further queries from the buyer’s property lawyer
  • Finalising the transfer deed
  • Replying to requisitions prepared by the purchaser’s property lawyer
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then preparing for completion
  • Receiving sale proceeds and sending funds to the seller, the estate agent and paying off the home loan (if applicable)

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

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