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Reasons to use our Mexborough and Swinton conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 There is a strong possibility the the conveyancers for the other party are based in Mexborough and Swinton - if so sets of solicitors are likely to be on good working terms
  • 2 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Mexborough and Swinton is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by large estate agency chains) sometimes falls short of the level of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 3 Regardless alternative companies advise it just might be necessary to visit your lawyer to execute documents. There are enough parties involved in a homemove without having to include Royal Mail into the mix.
  • 4 Retaining the services of a high street Solicitor generally results in a more personalised service. Online forums often suggest that in appointing a large conveyancing firm, your matter is handled by a team of people who who update you by reading from their computer screens.
  • 5 This site is the only site that enables you the facility to ensure that your property ownership legalities in Mexborough and Swinton will be carried out by a conveyancer on your bank member panel.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Mexborough and Swinton since August 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Mexborough and Swinton

We opted for a Mexborough and Swinton based firm for my conveyancing in Mexborough and Swinton recently. After carefully reading the Terms and Conditions it is apparent thatI am responsible for charges even where the transaction does not complete. Would I be best advised to choose a web based conveyancing brokerage promoting no completion no charge conveyancing in Mexborough and Swinton?

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 offset those cases that abort. Do bear in mind that these promotions tend not to cover disbursements by way of example Mexborough and Swinton conveyancing search fees.

Last September we completed a house move in Mexborough and Swinton. We have noticed several issues with the property which we suspect were missed in the conveyancing searches. Do we have any recourse? What searches should? have been ordered as part of conveyancing in Mexborough and Swinton?

It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are specific to conveyancing in Mexborough and Swinton. Conveyancing searches and investigations undertaken during the buying process are designed to help avoid problems. As part of the legal transfer of property, the vendor completes a questionnaire referred to as a SPIF. If the information provided is inaccurate, you could possibly take legal action against the seller for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Mexborough and Swinton.

A relative advised me that in purchasing a property in Mexborough and Swinton there may be a number of restrictions affecting the ability to carry out external alterations to a property. Is this right?

We are aware of anumerous of properties in Mexborough and Swinton which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to carry out external variations. Part of the conveyancing in Mexborough and Swinton should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.

Planning on purchasing a flat in Mexborough and Swinton. I have received an online quote from a licenced conveyancer, which states: "There will be no charge for dealing with the Building Society if you are obtaining a mortgage". I take this to mean that there will be no additional fee if the solicitor is on the UBS conveyancing panel. I wanted to make sure it means there will be no additional fees for dealing with the mortgage.

They are simply saying that the cost for acting for the lender is included in the fee being quoted. It is worth you checking that the Mexborough and Swinton property lawyer is on the UBS conveyancing panel.

Having digested plenty of mortgage guides, I note that it is considered advisable to get your house surveyed prior to buying it. When I asked my local Mexborough and Swinton solicitor - who is on the Kent Reliance conveyancing panel - on this she said they don't do this and I need to contract an independent surveyor. is that correct?

Kent Reliance will need an independent valuation of the property. Your lawyer will not arrange this. Usually Kent Reliance will appoint their own surveyor to do this, and you will have to pay for it. Remember that this is a valuation for mortgage purposes and not a survey. Your property lawyer will not organise the survey but they may be able to put you in touch with a local one that they recommend. RICS offers a find a surveyor service (just google it) where you can search for a qualified surveyor by your Mexborough and Swinton postcode. As you are getting a mortgage with Kent Reliance, you could contact them to see if they have a list of approved surveyors in Mexborough and Swinton.

Should commercial conveyancing searches reveal impending roadworks that may affect a commercial property in Mexborough and Swinton?

Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in Mexborough and Swinton will conduct a SiteSolutions Highways report as it dramatically cuts the time that conveyancers spend in looking into accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Mexborough and Swinton. The report provides definitive data on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in Mexborough and Swinton.

For every commercial conveyancing transaction in Mexborough and Swinton it is crucial to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. The absence of identifying developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately may cause delays to Mexborough and Swinton commercial conveyancing deals as well as pose a risk to future intentions for the site. These searches are not carried out for domestic conveyancing in Mexborough and Swinton.

It has been three months following my purchase conveyancing in Mexborough and Swinton took place. I have checked the Land Registry site which shows that I paid £150,000 when infact I paid £170,000. Why the discrepancy?

The price paid figure is taken from the application to register the purchase. It is the figure included in the Transfer (the legal deed which transfers the asset from one person to the other) and referred to as the 'consideration' or purchase price. You can report an error in the price paid figure using the LR online form. In most cases errors result from typos so at first glance the figure. Do report it so they can double check and advise.

I am looking into buying my first house which is in Mexborough and Swinton and I am already nervous. I couldn't find anything specific about Mexborough and Swinton. Conveyancing will be needed in due course but do you know about the Mexborough and Swinton area? or perhaps some other tips you can share?

Rather than looking online forget looking online you should go and have a look at Mexborough and Swinton. In the meantime here are some basic statistics that we found

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Mexborough and Swinton regulated by the SRA

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

  • Hattersleys, 1 Hope Street, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, S64 9HR
  • Cowlings, 5-9 West Street, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, S64 9HZ
  • Tierney & Co, 137 Bawtry Road, Wickersley, Rotherham, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S66 2BW
  • Arthur Jackson & Co, 4 Ash Mount, Doncaster Gate, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 1DQ
  • Oxley & Coward Solicitors Llp, 34-46 Moorgate Street, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 2HB

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Mexborough and Swinton

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Mexborough and Swinton with expertise in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This should include advice on Leasehold Valuation Tribunal proceedings

  • Arthur Jackson & Co, 4 Ash Mount, Doncaster Gate, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 1DQ
  • Oxley & Coward Solicitors Llp, 34-46 Moorgate Street, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 2HB
  • Bradford & Son, 9 Moorgate Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 2EN
  • Parker Rhodes Hickmotts, The Point, Bradmarsh Business Park, Bradmarsh Way, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 1BP
  • Walker & Co Limited, 82 High Street, Maltby, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S66 7BN

Typically, Mexborough and Swinton conveyancing for a sale has some of the following tasks

  • Conveyancing practitioner instructed by the vendor once the offer has been accepted
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Drawing up the contract and related documents
  • Sending draft papers to the conveyancer acting for the buyer
  • Finalising the wording for contracts and replying to further queries from the buyer’s conveyancer
  • Agreeing the transfer deed
  • Replying to requisitions prepared by the purchaser’s conveyancer
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then completion formalities
  • Accepting the sale proceeds and transferring funds to the vendor, the estate agent and other relevant parties (if appropriate)

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

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