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Reasons to use our Topsham conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 There is a distinct possibility the the conveyancers for the other party are located in Topsham - if so sets of solicitors are likely to be less confrontational
  • 2 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in Topsham 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 will expect.
  • 3 Topsham property lawyer are the key to a successful Topsham conveyancing experience, keeping the process under control. They are on your side throughout, offering dedicated advice for the duration of your conveyancing
  • 4 This site is the first site that enables you the facility to ensure that your property ownership legalities in Topsham will be carried out by a solicitor on your lender’s member panel.
  • 5 Notwithstanding what other solicitors say it could be necessary to attend your lawyer to execute documents. There are various parties with with an interest in a house sale without needing to add the postman into the pot.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Topsham since December 2024*

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Transfer

of terraced property, , EX3 0QJ completing on 09/01/2025 at a price of £995,000. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: agreeing completion date with parties, setting up the completion formalities, sending title deeds and signed transfer to purchaser’s lawyers

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Disposal

of house premises, Newport Road, EX2 7EE completing on 17/01/2025 at a price of £317,000. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, securing official copies of the title, agreeing completion date with parties

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Transfer

of semi-detached residence, Ebford Lane, EX3 0QX completing on 22/01/2025 at a price of £775,000. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, agreeing completion date with parties, preparing statement detailing charges

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Transfer

of terraced property, Old Rydon Lane, EX2 7JW completing on 20/12/2024 at a price of £440,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, setting up the completion formalities, sending title deeds and executed transfer to purchaser’s conveyancer

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Topsham

I require conveyancing for an apartment in a fairly new development (6 years old) in Topsham. Almost all the flats are already disposed of. Is it strictly necessary to order local searches as part of conveyancing in Topsham?

A big part of the Topsham conveyancing process is the conveyancing searches. There are a large number of companies conducting Topsham conveyancing searches, as well direct from the local authority. These are known collectively as personal search organisation and they produce, not surprisingly, personal searches. However, all Local Authority Search conveyancing products have one thing in common - they must obtain their data from the local authority.

Various internet forums that I have come across warn that are the main reason for hinderance in Topsham conveyancing transactions. Is there any truth in this?

The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) released findings of a review by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not feature within the top 10 causes of hindrances in the conveyancing process. Local searches are not likely to be the root cause of holding up conveyancing in Topsham.

I am buying my first flat in Topsham benefiting from help to buy. The developers would not reduce the price so I negotiated five thousand pounds worth of additionals instead. The house builders rep told me not reveal to my lawyer about this side-deal as it could adversely affect my loan with the lender. Do I keep my lawyer in the dark?.

All lenders require a Disclosure of Incentives Form from the developer of any new build, converted or renovated property, It is available online from the Lenders’ Handbook page on the CML website. CML form is completed and handed to the lender's surveyor when the inspection is done.

Lenders have different policies on incentives. Some accept none at all, cash or physical, while others will accept cash incentives up to 5%.

Hard to understand why the representative of a builder would be suggesting you withold information from a solicitor when all this will be clearly visible on forms the builder has to supply to its solicitor, the buyer's solicitor and the surveyor.

I opted to have a survey done on a house in Topsham before instructing conveyancers. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold element to the house. My surveyor has said that some mortgage companies will refuse to issue a mortgage on a flying freehold property.

It depends who your proposed lender is. Bank of Scotland has different instructions for example to Birmingham Midshires. Should you wish to telephone us we can check with the appropriate lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Topsham. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.

I am looking to sell my house. My past conveyancers have shut. It would be helpful to have a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. Im based in Topsham if that makes a difference.

Please use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Topsham. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with regulated solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move runs with a minimum of fuss.

Completion is due on the sale of our £375,000 flat in Topsham on Wednesday in a week. The managing agents has quoted £420 for Certificate of Compliance, building insurance schedule and previous years statements of service charge. Is it legal for a freeholder to charge exorbitant fees for a flat conveyance in Topsham?

Topsham conveyancing on leasehold flats usually necessitates the buyer’s solicitor sending enquiries for the landlord to address. Although the landlord is not legally bound to answer such questions the majority will be willing to assist. They may invoice a reasonable administration fee for responding to enquiries or supplying documentation. There is no set fee. The average fee for the information that you are referring to is over three hundred pounds, in some situations it is above £800. The administration charge levied by the landlord must be sent together with a synopsis of rights and obligations in respect of administration charges, otherwise the invoice is technically not due. Reality however dictates that one has little option but to pay whatever is requested of you if you want to exchange contracts with the buyer.

Topsham Leasehold Conveyancing - Examples of Queries before buying

    The best form of lease structure is a share of the freehold. In this scenario the leaseholders enjoy being in charge if their destiny and although a managing agent is frequently retained if the building is larger than a house conversion, the managing agent acts for the leaseholders themselves. What is the length of the lease?

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Topsham regulated by the SRA

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

  • Michelmores Llp, Woodwater House, Pynes Hill, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5WR
  • S J Stoker Solicitors, 1 Emperor Way, Exeter Business Park, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3QS
  • Prydis Legal Limited, Southgate House, 59 Magdalen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4HY
  • Dudman Shaw Ltd, The Gallery, Kings Wharf, The Quay, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4AN
  • Ford Simey Llp, The Senate, Southernhay Gardens, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1UG

Planning law solicitors in Topsham regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Topsham with expertise in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including applications about listed buildings and conservation areas
  • Michelmores Llp, Woodwater House, Pynes Hill, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5WR
  • Stephens Scown Llp, Curzon House, Southernhay West, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1RS
  • Graham Gover Ltd, 10 Southernhay West, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1JG
  • Veitch Penny Llp, 1 Manor Court, Dix's Field, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1UP
  • Tozers Llp, Broadwalk House, Southernhay West, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1UA

Topsham commercial property solicitors provide expert offering advice on numerous aspects of commercial property law

    General advice on title or other property issues Telecommunications and broadcast mast sites Dealing with notices received or to be served pursuant to the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 Property realisations and advice for insolvency practitioners Compulsory land purchase

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

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