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Reasons to use our South Petherton conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Retaining the services of a a family Solicitor generally results in a more bespoke service. Online forums often suggest that in appointing a an online conveyancing factory, your transaction is dealt with by a team of people who who update you by determining whether the ‘computers says no’.
  • 2 South Petherton solicitors will have connections at the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and selling agents
  • 3 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in South Petherton 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 will expect.
  • 4 South Petherton lawyers work in partnership with South Petherton estate agents, property finders, surveyors, lenders and other professionals to make sure that the highest level of service is provided to buyers and sellers every step of the way, helping make the process as straightforward as possible
  • 5 Firms that specialise in conveyancing in South Petherton have a grasp oflocal issues peculiar to South Petherton and therefore you may benefit from better guidance and speedier conveyancing.

Examples of recent conveyancing in South Petherton since August 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in South Petherton

Can you vouch for a Accord Mortgages Ltd approved South Petherton conveyancing lawyer finish our house move within under 3 weeks? Am I best advised to unstruct a high street South Petherton solicitor or a factory type firm?

We would be happy to suggest some excellent South Petherton conveyancing firms. Another option is to visit the high street in South Petherton. Go in to a couple of law practices and ask to see a conveyancing solicitor for a quote. Discuss your time frames together with your reasons and ask for a commitment on your deadline. Select the lawyer that genuine.

It is 10 years ago since I acquired my house in South Petherton. Conveyancing lawyers have just been retained on the sale but I am unable to find my title documents. Is this a major issue?

You need not be too concerned. Firstly there is a chance that the deeds will be retained by your lender or they could be in the possession of the lawyers who acted in your purchase. Secondly in most cases the land will be recorded at the land registry and you will be able to establish that you own the property by your conveyancing solicitors acquiring current official copies of the land registers. Most conveyancing in South Petherton involves registered property but in the unlikely event that your property is unregistered it is more tricky but is not insurmountable.

My wife and I have recently appointed a conveyancing solicitor in South Petherton. I I am struggling to find out if they are accepted on the Platform Home Loans Ltd approved list of lawyers. Can you help?

The first thing you should do is e-mail your conveyancer and enquire if they can act for the lender. Otherwise you should get in touch with Platform Home Loans Ltd who may be able to confirm.

Should commercial conveyancing searches reveal proposed roadworks that may impact a commercial premises in South Petherton?

Its becoming the norm that commercial conveyancing solicitors in South Petherton will conduct a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers spend in investigating accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in South Petherton. The search result 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 South Petherton.

For each commercial conveyancing transaction in South Petherton it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. Failure to identify developments where adoption procedures have not been addressed adequately could cause delays to South Petherton commercial conveyancing deals as well as pose a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not carried out for residential conveyancing in South Petherton.

The deeds to my home are lost. The lawyers who did the conveyancing in South Petherton 4 years ago no longer exist. What are my next steps?

In today’s world there are duplicates made of almost everything, and your lawyer should be aware exactly where to locate all the suitable paperwork so you may buy or sell your house without a hitch. Where duplicates are not available, your lawyer may be able to arrange cover in the form of insurance or indemnities against future claims on your property.

I am in the process of buying my 1st home in South Petherton. Conveyancing practitioner has been selected. The financial consultant suggested that a survey is not needed as the house was only built 16 yrs ago.

At the very least you should have a Home Buyer's Report. As the property was built over a decade ago the property will not come with a warranty, so you would be well advised not to take a risk. Where a property of this age shows no signs of defects a Home Buyer's report may be sufficient. The report should highlight any apparent issues and recommend further investigation where appropriate. If there are any signs of material issues seek a full Building Survey from the beginning.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in South Petherton regulated by the SRA

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

  • Richard P Kemp, 31 North Street, Martock, Somerset, TA12 6DH
  • Stokes Partners Llp, Kingfisher House, Market Square, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7LH
  • Mrw Law Limited, 2 Church Street, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7HR
  • Adrian Stables, Westover Chambers, Willows Business Park, Westover, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9RB

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in South Petherton regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in South Petherton practicing in commercial conveyancing in South Petherton. This could include advice on complex issues under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1954
  • Richard P Kemp, 31 North Street, Martock, Somerset, TA12 6DH
  • Stokes Partners Llp, Kingfisher House, Market Square, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7LH
  • Mrw Law Limited, 2 Church Street, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7HR
  • Adrian Stables, Westover Chambers, Willows Business Park, Westover, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9RB

South Petherton commercial property solicitors provide expert offering advice on a number of issues across all aspects of commercial property law

    Advice on commercial mortgages Comprehensive advice on planning issues Subletting, licences and sharing occupation Creating and negotiating new leases Acquisitions and disposals of property portfolios at commercial auctions Property due diligence in connection with corporate acquisitions and disposals

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

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