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

Reasons to use our Maesteg conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 There is a better than average chance that the the lawyers for the other party have offices in Maesteg - if so both parties are likely to be less confrontational
  • 2 Lawyer conveyancing firms have valuable personal connections with Maesteg estate agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 3 The organisations identified on our directory have a mix of conveyancing solicitors, legal executives and support staff handling thousands of conveyancing matters annually.
  • 4 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these companies are often located many miles away with little understanding of the factors that impact property transactions in Maesteg
  • 5 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Maesteg 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 would hope for.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Maesteg since January 2025*

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Transfer

of terraced property, Coed Y Cadno, CF31 4GA completing on 24/01/2025 at a price of £267,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, sending title deeds and executed transfer to purchaser’s conveyancer

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Transfer

of semi-detached premises, All Saints Place, SA12 9EQ completing on 29/01/2025 at a price of £325,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: obtaining official copies of the title, agreeing completion date with parties, sending title deeds and executed transfer to purchaser’s solicitor

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Sale

of terraced premises, Morlais Road, SA13 2AS completing on 28/01/2025 at a price of £190,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, sending the transfer to the vendor for signature in readiness for completion

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Disposal

of house premises, Maes Y Rhedyn, CF31 4FB completing on 24/01/2025 at a price of £255,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, ordering official copies of the title, setting up the completion formalities

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Maesteg

I opted for a Maesteg based lawyer for our conveyancing in Maesteg today. After carefully reading the Terms and Conditions I seewe are on the hook for charges even where the conveyance does not complete. Would I be best advised to select an on-line conveyancing company promising no-sale-no-fee conveyancing in Maesteg?

It is usually ‘give and take’ in that if "No Completion No Fee" is advertised then the conveyancing charges will generally be more expensive to neutralise the transactions that abort. Dont forget that such deals generally do not protect you from expenses such as Maesteg conveyancing search fees.

AssumingI were to acquire a straightforward housein Maesteg for cash and dispense with a survey and no conveyancing searches how much would I expect to to save on my conveyancing in Maesteg?

Any savings you would make will be limited to the Maesteg conveyancing searches. A solicitor is obliged to do the vast majority of work - money laundering, correspond with your vendors property lawyer, SDLT submission, register the title etc. You might save a bit for them not needing to register a mortgage but it will not be a lot.

How does conveyancing in Maesteg differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build residence in Maesteg come to us having been asked by the housebuilder to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is built. This is because new home sellers in Maesteg typically acquire the land, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct property lawyers as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are accustomed to new build conveyancing in Maesteg or who has acted in the same development.

I am looking for a ground for flat up to £195,000 and found one near me in Maesteg I like with open areas and transport links nearby, the downside is that it only has 51 years unexpired on the lease. I can't really find anything else in Maesteg suitable, so just wondered if I would be making a grave error buying a short lease?

Should you require a home loan the shortness of the lease will be a potential deal breaker. Reduce the price by the amount the lease extension will cost if it has not already been discounted. If the current owner has owned the premises for at least 2 years you may ask them to commence the lease extension formalities and then assign it to you. You can add 90 years to the current lease term and have £0 ground rent by law. You should speak to your conveyancing solicitor regarding this matter.

I've found a house that appears to tick a lot of boxes, at a reasonable figure which is making it more attractive. I have since been informed that it's a leasehold as opposed to freehold. I am assuming that there are particular concerns buying a leasehold house in Maesteg. Conveyancing solicitors have not yet been appointed. Will they explain the issues?

The majority of houses in Maesteg are freehold rather than leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local conveyancer who is familiar with the area who can assist with the conveyancing process. it is apparent that you are purchasing in Maesteg so you should seriously consider looking for a Maesteg conveyancing solicitor and check that they are used to advising on leasehold houses. First you will need to check the unexpired lease term. Being a lessee you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want with the house. The lease will likely included provisions such as obtaining the freeholder’sconsent to carry out alterations. You may also be required to pay a contribution towards the upkeep of the estate where the house is part of an estate. Your solicitor should report to you on the legal implications.

Leasehold Conveyancing in Maesteg - Sample of Questions you should ask before Purchasing

    How many of the leaseholders are in arrears for their service charge payments? On the whole the outlay for major works tend not to be wrapped into the service charges, although there some managing agents in Maesteg require tenants to pay into a reserve fund and this is used to offset against larger works. How is the lease structured?

My mother completed her conveyancing in Maesteg Six years past. She has got married, widowed and has recently married again. She now wants to dispose of the Maesteg property. I suspect that she will just be requested to supply copies of her marriage papers to the lawyer but she is anxious it could frustrate the house sale. Should she appoint a property lawyer to update the Land Registry details for the house?

The is no need to bring up to date the title for the property as long as you have the proof required to demonstrate how the change of name occurred.

Any purchaser’s property lawyer should examine the land registry details and need evidence by way of proof of the change of name for example marriage certificates.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Maesteg

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Maesteg with expertise in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This should include advice on service charge disputes and the right to manage

  • King Davies & Partners, Lloyds Bank Chambers, 18 Talbot Street, Maesteg, Mid Glamorgan, CF34 9BP
  • Thomas And Thomas Solicitors Limited, 1 Llynfi Road, Maesteg, Mid Glamorgan, CF34 9DS

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Maesteg regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Maesteg specialising in commercial conveyancing in Maesteg. This may include advice on re-mortgaging commercial property
  • King Davies & Partners, Lloyds Bank Chambers, 18 Talbot Street, Maesteg, Mid Glamorgan, CF34 9BP

Domestic conveyancing in Maesteg almost always consists of the following:

  • Taking instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Drawing up the contract and related documents
  • Submitting draft papers to the conveyancing practitioner representing the buyer
  • Negotiating contracts and responding to additional questions from the buyer’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Finalising the transfer deed
  • Replying to requisitions prepared by the buyer’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then completion formalities
  • Accepting the sale proceeds and sending funds to the seller, the estate agent and other relevant parties (where appropriate)

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

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