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Reasons to use our Longfield conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Longfield property lawyers have a crucial advantage when it comes to Longfield conveyancing as they have valuable local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other matters that will impact your sale or purchase
  • 2 Our site offers largest domestic conveyancing directory service identifying mortgage company approved law firms delivering conveyancing in Longfield who are regulated by the SRA or CLC.
  • 3 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Longfield is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) often falls short of the level of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 4 Firms accustomed to conveyancing in Longfield have a grasp oflocal issues peculiar to Longfield and therefore you may benefit from better advice and speedier conveyancing.
  • 5 Conveyancer conveyancing solicitors have excellent personal links with Longfield estate agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Longfield since May 2026*

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Disposal

of terraced premises, Beechlands Close, DA3 8AB completing on 29/05/2026 at a price of £435,000. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, preparing statement detailing charges, sending title deeds and executed transfer to buyer’s solicitor

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Transfer

of semi-detached premises, Highcross Road, DA13 9PH completing on 08/06/2026 at a price of £307,500. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: agreeing completion date with parties, preparing statement detailing charges, sending title deeds and executed transfer to buyer’s solicitor

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Purchase

of apartment Ellerby Mews DA3 8ER, at a price of £286,500. Leasehold conveyancing investigations included: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, agreeing completion date with parties

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Transfer

of semi-detached property, Longfield Avenue, DA3 7LA completing on 19/06/2026 at a price of £700,000. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, sending title deeds and executed transfer to buyer’s solicitor

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Longfield

Is there a reason to appoint a Longfield conveyancing practice when national alternatives are easier on the wallet?

Its a good idea to shop around for conveyancing costs in Longfield and you should seek an affordable quote but don’t waste your energy searching for the lowest priced Longfield conveyancer. Identifying the right conveyancer can mark the distinction between a smooth and a frustrating move. It is important that you ensure that you have expert advice from a specialist solicitor. An e-mail can never be as helpful as a phone discussion and are no substitute for a face to face consultation. The firms that we work with will allocate you a qualified and trusted conveyancing solicitor that will handle your conveyancing from start to finish, providing a level of hand holding that you are unlikely to received from an web based conveyancer. Our lawyers will keep you updated on any developments and keep you informed. If you ever need to contact the office you will know who you need to speak to and we'll ensure you are in the know.

Why do I have to pay up front when it comes to conveyancing in Longfield?

If you are buying a property in Longfield your solicitor will request that you put them with funds to cover the search fees. This will be the total of the cost of the conveyancing searches. If any down payment is as part of the sale price then this should be asked for shortly before contracts are exchanged. The closing balance that is needed should be transferred a couple of days ahead of the day of completion.

What is the best way to investigate if the solicitor handling my conveyancing in Longfield is on the lender’sapproved panel? I am looking to avoid the situation of having one lawyer for me and one for Halifax thus paying £175.00 in additional legal costs.

You should make the most of the search tool on this page. Pick the lender and type ‘Longfield’ or your location and you will be presented with numerous solicitors based in Longfield or near you.

I opted to have a survey done on a property in Longfield prior to instructing solicitors. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold element to the property. My surveyor advised that some lenders may refuse to grant a mortgage on this type of premises.

It varies from the lender to lender. Bank of Scotland has different instructions from Nationwide. Should you wish to telephone us we can check with the appropriate mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Longfield. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.

Expecting to complete next month on a basement flat in Longfield. Conveyancing solicitors have said that they are sending me a report next week. What should I be looking out for?

Your report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in Longfield should include some of the following:

    Repair and maintenance of the premises Whether the landlord has obligations to ensure rights of quiet enjoyment over your property and do you know what it means in practice? Information concerning the obligations in the lease to to contribute towards maintenance costs - in relation to the building, and the more general rights a lessee enjoys Responsibility to repair and maintain the main walls and foundations. It is essential for you to know who is responsible the repair and maintenance of all parts of the block and estate Details of the parties to the lease, for instance these could be the leaseholder, superior lessor, landlord
For details of the information to be included in your report on your leasehold property in Longfield please enquire of your solicitor in ahead of your conveyancing in Longfield.

I inherited a garden flat in Longfield, conveyancing having been completed November 2002. How much will my lease extension cost? Equivalent flats in Longfield with over 90 years remaining are worth £190,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £45 levied per year. The lease runs out on 21st October 2088

With only 62 years remaining on your lease the likely cost is going to range between £17,100 and £19,800 as well as plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.

The figure that we have given is a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to advice on a more accurate figure without more detailed due diligence. Do not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There are no doubt other concerns that need to be taken into account and you obviously want to be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not take any other action placing reliance on this information before seeking the advice of a professional.

What is the best way to find the right lawyer for my conveyancing in Longfield ?

First ask the people you trust who they would recommend. Option 2 is to look on the web for conveyancing in Longfield. Phone a couple or more firms from the list and request that they send you their conveyancing estimate and discuss your needs with the solicitor who will handle your conveyancing before you commit. Option 3 is to use this site to help you find the right solicitors taking into account your unique factors including location,speed, complexity and who your intended lender is.Do not be fooled by lowest cost conveyancing solicitors in Longfield

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Longfield regulated by the SRA

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

  • Sharpe & Perl, 23 The Row, New Ash Green, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8JB
  • Hatten Wyatt, 51/54 Windmill Street, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 1BD
  • Martin Tolhurst Partnership Llp, 7 Wrotham Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 0PD
  • Patrick Lawrence, 5 Railway Place, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 1AP
  • F S Law Solicitors & Advocates, 27 Milton Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 2RF

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

  • Taking instructions from parties involved
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Drawing up the contract and related papers
  • Forwarding draft papers to the property lawyer representing the purchaser
  • Negotiating contracts and replying to additional enquires from the buyer’s property lawyer
  • Agreeing the transfer deed
  • Replying to requisitions raised by the buyer’s property lawyer
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then preparing for completion
  • Receiving sale proceeds and transferring funds to the seller, the estate agent and other relevant parties (if appropriate)

Whether you are going through a divorce or separation or simply wish to transfer your property to someone else, transfer of equity conveyancing in Longfield includes some of the following tasks:

  • Obtaining instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Following instructions from the bank (if relevant)
  • Negotiating the terms of the transaction
  • Preparing the Transfer or approving draft Transfer
  • Agreeing adjustments to the the Transfer deed
  • Communicating with parties concerning the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and releasing monies to the appropriate parties
  • Preparing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct SDLT forms and payment
  • Registering the transfer of ownership and the home loan (if relevant) at the HMLR.

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

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