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Reasons to use our Selsdon conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Selsdon is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by large estate agency chains) often falls short of the high standards of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 2 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might be tempting. However, these organisations are often located hundreds of kilometers away with limited appreciation of the factors that affect property transactions in Selsdon
  • 3 You can rest easier when choose the very best, most recommended conveyancing solicitors. Selsdon has a number to select from, but for a truly professional and dependable service many local people have been use the recommendation of this site.
  • 4 Excellent communication and pure property expertise are key benefits that you should seek when choosing conveyancing solicitors. Selsdon home moves can be made significantly more complicated because of lack of transparency between all the parties. The lawyers listed strive to make sure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments quickly.
  • 5 Selsdon solicitors have a crucial edge when it comes to Selsdon conveyancing as they have valuable local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other issues that can affect your conveyancing

Examples of recent conveyancing in Selsdon since May 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Selsdon

I am considering applying for a Bank of Ireland mortgage for purchase of a new build (under development) in Selsdon with 70% LTV. Is it compulsory to choose a solicitor on the conveyancing panel for Bank of Ireland ?

There is nothing to stop you using your solicitor, but Bank of Ireland will insist on their interests being represented by a firm on their conveyancing panel. There is much more potential for delays and confusion with an additional lawyer added to the mix, and it will undoubtedly be more expensive too.

How does conveyancing in Selsdon differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build property in Selsdon come to us having been asked by the developer to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the property is constructed. This is because house builders in Selsdon usually purchase 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 conveyancers 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 Selsdon or who has acted in the same development.

Due to the advice of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a house in Selsdon prior to retaining solicitors. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold element to the property. Our surveyor has said that some lenders tend not grant a mortgage on this type of house.

It varies from the lender to lender. HSBC has different requirements for example to Halifax. Should you wish to telephone us we can check via the appropriate mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Selsdon. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Selsdon especially if they are familiar with such properties in Selsdon.

How do I use your search app to choose a conveyancing practitioner in Selsdon on the approved list for my mortgage?

1st pick a bank such as National Westminster Bank, Leeds Building Society or Platform Home Loans Ltd then choose your preferred area for instance Selsdon. Conveyancing firms in Selsdon and across England and Wales will then be shown.

Should I appoint a Selsdon conveyancing practitioner who is local to the property I am buying? An old friend can execute the legal work however they are based 400kilometers drive away.

The primary upside of using a local Selsdon conveyancing firm is that you can pop in to execute documents, present your identification documents and pester them if necessary. Having local Selsdon know how is a plus. That being said nothing is more important than finding someone that will pull out all the stops for you. If other friends have instructed your friend and the majority were happy that must surpass using an unfamiliar Selsdon conveyancing lawyer solely due to them being round the corner.

I am the registered owner of a a ground floor purpose built flat in Selsdon. In the absence of agreement between myself and the landlord, can the Leasehold valuation Tribunal determine the amount payable for the purchase of the freehold?

Most definitely. We can put you in touch with a Selsdon conveyancing firm who can help.

An example of a Freehold Enfranchisement matter before the tribunal for a Selsdon residence is The Woodlands 95 Purley Park Road in April 2009. The Tribunals own valuation produced the figure of £37,912. This case related to 6 flats. The number of years remaining on the existing lease(s) was 78.32 years.

What makes a Selsdon lease defective?

There is nothing unique about leasehold conveyancing in Selsdon. Most leases are individual and legal mistakes in the legal wording can sometimes mean that certain clauses are wrong. For example, if your lease is missing any of the following, it could be defective:

    A provision to repair to or maintain parts of the premises Service charge per centages that don't add up correctly leaving a shortfall

You will encounter a problem when selling your property if you have a defective lease primarily because it impacts on the ability to obtain a mortgage on the property. Santander, The Royal Bank of Scotland, and Alliance & Leicester all have express conveyancing instructions when it comes to what is expected in a lease. Where a lender has been advised by their lawyers that the lease does not cover certain provisions they may refuse to provide security, forcing the buyer to withdraw.

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Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Selsdon regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Selsdon specialising in commercial conveyancing in Selsdon. This could include advice on buying or selling a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail unit
  • Gordon Gray, 133 Addington Road, South Croydon, Surrey, CR2 8LH
  • Edridges & Drummonds, Crossways Parade, Selsdon Park Road, South Croydon, Surrey, CR2 8JJ
  • Sandom Robinson, Triumph House, Station Approach, Sanderstead Road, South Croydon, Surrey, CR2 0PL
  • Alfred James & Co Solicitors Llp, Alfred James House, 406a Brighton Road, South Croydon, Surrey, CR2 6AN
  • Ormerods, 45 Friends Road, Croydon, Surrey, CR0 1ED

Planning law solicitors in Selsdon regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Selsdon with expertise in planning law. This may include advice on compulsory purchases in Selsdon
  • A E Short, 144 Bromley Road, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 6PG
  • Batchelors, Charles House, 35 Widmore Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 1RW
  • Wellers Law Group Llp, Tenison House, Tweedy Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 3NF
  • Gowen & Stevens Llp, 5 Mulgrave Chambers, 26-28 Mulgrave Road, Sutton, Surrey, SM2 6LE

Purchase conveyancing in Selsdon almost always comprises the following:

  • Conveyancer instructed by the purchaser once the offer has been accepted
  • Examining the title to the premises
  • Conducting Selsdon property searches with respect to the title
  • Considering the draft contract pack and other papers forwarded by the seller’s property lawyer
  • Submitting enquiries with the seller’s property lawyer
  • Negotiating the purchase agreement
  • Examining replies supplied by the seller to pre-contract enquiries
  • Negotiating a Transfer document
  • Advising the purchasing in respect of the mortgage offer: (where relevant)
  • Drafting and sending the purchaser a report on title (that is; summarising to the purchaser on the contents of the contract pack, pre-contract enquiries and the result of the searches)
  • Carrying out the key stage of exchanging contracts and then completion formalities
  • Preparing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct stamp duty forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration formalities for the new ownership and the mortgage (if applicable) at the Land Registry.

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

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