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  • 2 The companies shown on our web pages have a variation of conveyancing solicitors, legal executives and support staff handling thousands of conveyancing matters annually.
  • 3 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these organisations are often based many miles away with limited understanding of the factors that affect property transactions in Sprowston
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  • 5 Solicitors accustomed to conveyancing in Sprowston are familiar with the local issues specific to Sprowston and therefore you may benefit from better advice and speedier conveyancing.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Sprowston since December 2024*

Acquisition

of flat Cecil Gowing Court NR7 8NA, at a price of £80,000. Leasehold conveyancing due diligence included: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, sending the transfer to the seller for execution in readiness for completion, preparing statement detailing charges

Transfer

of semi-detached residence, Merlin Avenue, NR7 8BY completing on 07/01/2025 at a price of £277,500. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: agreeing completion date with parties, preparing statement detailing charges, sending title deeds and executed transfer to buyer’s conveyancer

Disposal

of semi property, Allens Lane, NR7 8EL completing on 03/01/2025 at a price of £305,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, setting up the completion formalities

Sale

of house property, Wilks Farm Drive, NR7 8RG completing on 03/01/2025 at a price of £230,000. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, setting up the completion formalities, sending title deeds and executed transfer to buyer’s solicitor

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Sprowston

As a novice what is the most important advice you can impart about purchase conveyancing in Sprowston?

Not many law firms shout this from the rooftops but conveyancing in Sprowston or throughout Norfolk is an adversarial process. Put another way, when it comes to conveyancing there is an abundance of opportunity for conflict between you and other parties involved in the house moving process. For example, the seller, estate agent and on occasion your lender. Appointing a solicitor for your conveyancing in Sprowston should not be taken lightly as your conveyancer is your adviser, and is the ONLY party in the transaction whose interest is to protect your legal interests and to keep you safe.

Every so often a potential adversary may attempt to sway you that you should follow their advice. For instance, the selling agent may claim to be helping by suggesting your lawyer is wrong. Or your mortgage broker may try to convince you to do take action that is contrary to your lawyers guidance. You should always trust your lawyer above all other parties in the conveyancing process.

I am told that my conveyancing solicitors will need to check that the building insurance for my purchase of a house in Sprowston. My lender is Platform

Platform have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook. As of 28/3/2025, the requirements read as follows :

I'm the sole recipient of my late grandmother’s will with all property in now in my sole name, including the my former home in Sprowston. The Sprowston property was put into my name in February. I now wish to sell up. I do know about the CML six month 'rule', which means that my property ownership will be regarded the same way as though I had purchased the house in February. Is the property unsalable for six months?

The CML handbook instructs conveyancers to: "report to us immediately if the owner or registered proprietor has been registered for less than six months." Technically you could be affected by that. How sensible a view banks take of it, depend on the mortgage company as this provision is principally there to identify the purchase and immediately sell or the flipping of property.

Can I be sure that the Sprowston conveyancing solicitor on the Aldermore panel is any good?

When it comes to conveyancing in Sprowston obtaining recommendations is a sensible starting point. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one advertising the lowest fees. We would always advocate that you speak with the lawyer handling your transaction.

It is unclear whether my bank requires a lease extension. I have called my Sprowston building society branch on various occasions and was told they are content with the situation and they would lend. My Sprowston conveyancing solicitor - who is on the bank conveyancing panel- telephoned and was told they refuse to lend based on their UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook minimum lease term requirements. Who do I believe?

Your solicitor has to comply with the CML Handbook Part 2 provisions for your bank. Unless your lawyer obtains specific confirmation in writing that the lender will go ahead, your lawyer has no choice but to refrain from exchanging contract and committing you to the purchase. We would suggest that you ask the mortgage company to contact your lawyer in writing confirming that they will accept the number of years remaining.

What makes your site different to other online quote calculators for conveyancing in Sprowston?

At this site secure a fixed fee quote via a Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer that understands the issues for your conveyancing in Sprowston. As opposed to estate agents and many comparison sites we do not operate referral deals with solicitors. A large number of agents and online brokers 'recommend' solicitors that pays the highest commission, rather than the best value conveyancing in Sprowston

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 just found out that the title is leasehold rather than freehold. I would have thought that there are issues buying a house with a leasehold title in Sprowston. Conveyancing solicitors have are soon to be instructed. Will my lawyers set out the risks of buying a leasehold house in Sprowston ?

Most houses in Sprowston are freehold and not leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local solicitor who is familiar with the area who can help the conveyancing process. It is clear that you are buying in Sprowston in which case you should be shopping around for a Sprowston conveyancing practitioner and be sure that they are used to advising on leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the unexpired lease term. As a leaseholder you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want to the property. The lease will likely included provisions for example requiring the freeholder’sconsent to carry out changes to the property. You may also be required to pay a contribution towards the maintenance of the estate where the property is located on an estate. Your solicitor will report to you on the legal implications.

Sprowston Leasehold Conveyancing - Sample of Questions you should consider before Purchasing

    How many years are left on the lease? It would be wise to discover if the the lease includes any unreasonable restrictions in the lease. For instance plenty of leases prohibit pets being allowed in certain buildings in Sprowston. If you love the apartmentin Sprowston yet your cat can’t move with you then you will be presented with a hard choice. Plenty Sprowston leasehold flats will be liable to pay a service bill for the upkeep of the building set on behalf of the management company. If you acquire the apartment you will have to pay this contribution, normally quarterly during the year. This could differ from two or three hundred pounds to thousands of pounds for large purpose-built buildings. There will also be a ground rent for you to pay annual, normally this is not a large amount, say approximately £25-£75 but you need to check it because occasionally it can be prohibitively expensive.

Do online conveyancing organisations cover everything a local Sprowston solicitor does or must I retain a solicitor for the final stages for my conveyancing in Sprowston?

If you use an online conveyancer they should cover all the work your Sprowston solicitor will cover.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Sprowston regulated by the SRA

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

  • Hansells, 13 The Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4DS
  • Spire Solicitors Llp, Holland Court, The Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4DY
  • Leathes Prior, 74 The Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4DR
  • Howard Pollok & Webb, 7 Princes Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 1AZ
  • Mjp Conveyancing Limited, Greyfriars House, 18-20 Prince of Wales Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1LB

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Sprowston regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Sprowston with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Sprowston. This may include advice on buying or selling a shop, pub, restaurant, office, retail unit
  • Mills & Reeve Trust Corporation Limited, 1 St. James Court, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 1RU
  • Francis House Trustees Limited, 1 St. James Court, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 1RU
  • Hansells, 13 The Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4DS
  • Spire Solicitors Llp, Holland Court, The Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4DY
  • Leathes Prior, 74 The Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4DR

Domestic Licensed Conveyancers in Sprowston regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Sprowston but also conveyancing across England and Wales.
  • Renata Steggles Limited, Unthank Chambers, NR2 2RF

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