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Top 5 reasons to let us assist you choose a high street conveyancing solicitor in Malpas

  • 1 Malpas conveyancers work in conjunction with Malpas estate agents, property finders, surveyors, mortgage companies and other professionals to ensure that a quality service is provided to clients every step of the way, never losing sight of the time-critical nature behind your conveyancing transaction
  • 2 Malpas conveyancer are the linchpin to a successful Malpas home move, keeping the process under control. They are on your side throughout, offering dedicated advice for the duration of your move
  • 3 The mark of a good conveyancing solicitor in Malpas is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) often falls short of the high standards of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 4 Personal touch and pure property expertise are key benefits that you should value when choosing conveyancing solicitors. Malpas home moves can be made a lot more protracted because of poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers listed endeavour to make sure that communication channels are open and act on arising issues and developments quickly.
  • 5 Lawyer conveyancing solicitors have excellent personal connections with Malpas estate agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Malpas since April 2026*

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Transfer

of semi-detached premises, Springfield Avenue, SY14 8QB completing on 26/05/2026 at a price of £235,000. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries

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Disposal

of house property, Wrexham Road, SY14 7EJ completing on 28/04/2026 at a price of £290,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: agreeing completion date with parties, setting up the completion formalities, sending title deeds and signed transfer to purchaser’s solicitor

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Transfer

of semi premises, Waterfield Road, SY14 8FG completing on 04/06/2026 at a price of £323,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, preparing statement detailing charges, sending title deeds and executed transfer to purchaser’s solicitor

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Sale

of detached residence property, Waterfield Road, SY14 8FG completing on 29/04/2026 at a price of £415,000. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, obtaining official copies of the title

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Malpas

I decided to go with a Malpas based firm for my conveyancing in Malpas yesterday. Upon checking the Ts and Cs I seewe are responsible for charges even where the conveyance does not complete. Would I be best advised to use a web based firm promoting no completion no cost conveyancing in Malpas?

Generally there is a compromise along the lines that if "No Sale No Fee" is offered then the fee levels will tend to be be more expensive to cover the conveyances that fail to complete. Do bear in mind that these promotions rarely protect you from expenditure for example Malpas conveyancing search fees.

I am purchasing a property and the conveyancer has raised the issue of Chancel Repair for which the house may be obligated to pay given it’s proximity to the area of such a church. He has suggested insurance. Is this strictly warranted for conveyancing in Malpas

Unless a prior purchase of the property completed post 12 October 2013 you may assume that lawyers handling conveyancing in Malpas to remain recommending a chancel search and or insurance against a claim.

I purchased a 4 bedroom Georgian house in Malpas. Conveyancing solicitor represented me and Clydesdale. I happened to do a free search for it on the Land Registry database and there are two entries: one for freehold, the second leasehold with the exact same property. If a house is not a freehold shouldn't I have been informed?

You need to read the Freehold register you have again and check the Charges Register for mention of a lease. The best way to be sure that you are also the registered proprietor of the leasehold and freehold title as well is to check (£3). It is not completely unheard of in Malpas and other locations in the country and poses no real issues for owners other than when they remortgage they have to account for both freehold and leasehold interests when dealing with mortgage companies. You can also question the situation with the conveyancing lawyer who conducted the conveyancing.

How does conveyancing in Malpas differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build residence in Malpas come to us having been asked by the housebuilder to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is built. This is because builders in Malpas tend to buy 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 conveyancing solicitors 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 Malpas or who has acted in the same development.

I am looking for a flat up to £235,500 and identified one round the corner in Malpas I like with a park and station in the vicinity, however it only has 61 years unexpired on the lease. I can't really find anything else in Malpas suitable, so just wondered if I would be making a mistake acquiring a short lease?

If you need a home loan that many years will be an issue. Reduce the offer by the anticipated lease extension will cost if it has not already been discounted. If the existing owner has owned the property for a minimum of 2 years you could ask them to start the process of the extension and pass 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 about this.

How does the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 impact my commercial property in Malpas and how can you help?

The 1954 Act provides a safeguard to commercial lessees, granting the right to make a request to court for a renewal lease and remain in occupation at the end of an expired lease. There are limited grounds that a landlord can refuse a lease renewal and the rules are complicated. We are happy to direct you to commercial conveyancing practices who use the act for protection and handle your commercial conveyancing in Malpas

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

Licensed Conveyancers support the transfer of ownership of a property from one person to another and cover conveyancing throughout England and Wales as well as Malpas. When instructing a Licensed Conveyancer regulated by the CLC, you are entitled to:
  • Be supplied with an honest and lawful conveyancing.
  • Be supplied with a high standard of legal services.
  • Have your matters dealt with using care, skill and legal competence.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high standard of service due to your lawyer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Have a service which is accessible and responsive to your individual needs.
  • Not feel discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • To receive the standard you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Have your specific needs taken into account should you make a complaint.
  • Receive a swift, objective and comprehensive service if if a complaint is made about your conveyancing in Malpas.

Transfer of Equity conveyancing in Malpas is a complex business, both legally and administratively. The exact order of events varies slightly, below are some of the tasks in the process:

  • Taking instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Representing bank (where appropriate)
  • Agreeing the terms of the transaction
  • Preparing the Transfer or approving the Transfer deed
  • Negotiating adjustments to the the Transfer deed
  • Communicating with parties concerning the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and transferring monies to the appropriate parties
  • Completing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct SDLT forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration formalities for the buyer and the home loan (if appropriate) at the Land Registry.

Malpas commercial property solicitors draw on a wide range of commercial expertise offering advice on a number of issues across all aspects of commercial property law

    Lease renewals and variations Comprehensive advice on planning issues Telecommunications and broadcast mast sites Acquisitions and disposals of property portfolios at commercial auctions Buying, selling and leasing land for registered charities

Neighboring Locations

Saltney
 Tarporley
Overton
Malpas
Ellesmere
Penley
 Wem

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

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