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Find a Lender-Approved Local Conveyancer in Llantwit Major

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There is a good reason why you won’t find people saying “if only I would have chosen a cheap nationwide firm”! Go local - instruct a conveyancing solicitor in Llantwit Major

5 reasons to let us assist you select a local conveyancing solicitor in Llantwit Major

  • 1 Llantwit Major conveyancers are likely to acquainted with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and estate agents
  • 2 Lawyer conveyancing solicitors have valuable personal links with Llantwit Major estate agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 3 The Llantwit Major conveyancing practitioners that we work with are dedicated to providing value for money, efficient and transparent conveyancing service to home buyers, sellers and remortgagors in Llantwit Major
  • 4 Using a high street Solicitor generally means that you will receive a more bespoke service. Online forums often suggest that in appointing a an online conveyancing factory, you tend to be looked after by a team of people who check what is happening on the file by reading from their computer screens.
  • 5 Notwithstanding what other on-line conveyancers advise it just might be necessary to attend your solicitor to sign contracts. There are enough parties engaged in a homemove without having to include the postman into the mix.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Llantwit Major since June 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Llantwit Major

Why would I use a Llantwit Major conveyancing solicitors firm given that online conveyancers are easier on the wallet?

By all means make sure that you shop around for conveyancing costs in Llantwit Major and you should seek an affordable fee calculation but don’t be focused with sourcing the cheapest Llantwit Major conveyancer. Locating the right conveyancer can mark the distinction between a seamless and a stressful home move. It is important that you ensure that you have expert advice from a specialist conveyancer. Emails can't be as helpful as a phone discussion and can never replicate a one to one meeting. The firms that we work with will allocate you a qualified and top rated conveyancing solicitor that will deal with your conveyancing from from the outset to completion, providing a level of personalised service that you will never get with an online conveyancer. Our lawyers will keep you updated as to any developments and keep you informed. If you ever need to call the firm you will know who to ask for and they will be sure you are kept fully informed.

I am the registered owner of a freehold residence in Llantwit Major but still pay rent, why is this and what is this?

It is rare for properties in Llantwit Major and has limited impact for conveyancing in Llantwit Major but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.

Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges have existed for hundreds of years, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the establishment of fresh rentcharges post 1977.

Previous rentcharges can now be redeemed by making a lump sum payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence after 2037 will be dispensed with completely.

I am buying a new build flat in Llantwit Major. 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 conveyancing.

Here are examples of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you may expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Llantwit Major

    The Vendor must covenant to keep unoccupied units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company? 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. Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier?

Due to the input of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Llantwit Major prior to appointing lawyers. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold overhang to the house. My surveyor advised that some banks may refuse to issue a mortgage on a flying freehold premises.

It depends who your proposed lender is. Lloyds has different requirements for example to Halifax. Should you wish to telephone us we can look into this further via the appropriate bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Llantwit Major. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Llantwit Major especially if they regularly deal with such properties in Llantwit Major.

Taking into account that I will soon part with over three hundred thousand on 3 bedroom house in Llantwit Major I wish to talk to a lawyer regarding theconveyancing prior to appointing the firm. Is this something that you can arrange?

This is something that we encourage - we would be delighted to talk to you we do not take any clients on without you liaising with the lawyer who will be conducting your property ownership legalities in Llantwit Major.There is no ‘factory style conveyancing’ - each client is an important person, not a matter number. The law firms that we put you in touch with believe that the figure you are calculated and presented to you for residential conveyancing in Llantwit Major should be the amount on the final invoice that you end up paying.

I have been sourcing a conveyancing practitioner in Llantwit Major for my house move. Is it possible to check a solicitor's record with the legal regulator?

Members of the public can find presented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) decisions resulting from investigations from 2008 onwards. Visit Check a solicitor's record. To find information Pre 2008, or to check a firm's record, ring 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. For non-uk callers, dial +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator sometimes monitor telephone calls for training reasons.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Llantwit Major regulated by the SRA

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

  • Anthony Pugh, The Old Rectory, Flemingston, Barry, South Glamorgan, CF62 4QJ

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Llantwit Major regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Llantwit Major with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Llantwit Major. This could include advice on granting a lease to a commercial tenant
  • Anthony Pugh, The Old Rectory, Flemingston, Barry, South Glamorgan, CF62 4QJ

What to expect from a Licensed Conveyancer for conveyancing in Llantwit Major?

Licensed Conveyancers assist with the transfer of the legal title of a property from one person to another and cover conveyancing countrywide as well as Llantwit Major. When using a Licensed Conveyancer governed by the CLC, you should:
  • Enjoy the benefit of an honest and lawful service.
  • Be supplied with a high standard of legal services.
  • Have your matters dealt with using care, skill and diligence.
  • Receive a high standard 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.
  • Not feel discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • Not receive a service which is below the standard 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 a complaint be made.
  • Have a swift, objective and comprehensive service when if a complaint is registered about your conveyancing in Llantwit Major.

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

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