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Reasons to use our Torquay conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 There is a better than average chance that the the conveyancers for the other party are based in Torquay - if so both parties are likely to have worked on conveyancing matters in the past
  • 2 The Torquay conveyancing practitioners that we work with are committed to providing the most cost, efficient and transparent conveyancing service to borrowers, sellers and investors in Torquay
  • 3 No matter what any alternative companies inform you it could be important to visit your lawyer to execute documents. There are enough parties engaged in a conveyancing transaction without having to add the postman into the pot.
  • 4 Firms accustomed to conveyancing in Torquay are familiar with the local issues specific to Torquay and therefore you may benefit from better advice and speedier conveyancing.
  • 5 We are the UKs largest residential conveyancing directory listing lender approved law practices delivering conveyancing in Torquay regulated and authorised by the SRA or CLC.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Torquay since December 2024*

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Sale

of semi-detached premises, Mount Braddon Mews, TQ1 1HE completing on 07/01/2025 at a price of £385,000. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: ordering official copies of the title, setting up the completion formalities, sending title deeds and executed transfer to buyer’s lawyers

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Purchase

of apartment Higher Warberry Road TQ1 1SL, purchased for £120,000. Leasehold conveyancing legalities included: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, sending the transfer to the seller for signature in preparation for completion, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client

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Transfer

of flat Church Lane TQ2 5SE, at buying sum of £90,000. Leasehold conveyancing included: taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, agreeing completion date with parties, preparing statement detailing charges

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Conveyance

of apartment Higher Erith Road TQ1 2RJ, acquired for £67,000. Leasehold conveyancing due diligence included: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, setting up the completion formalities

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Torquay

I am obtaining a offer of a home loan from Santander. I intend to retain the legal services of a Licensed Conveyancer in Torquay. Does the Santander Solicitor panel include conveyancers regulated by the CLC?

The Santander approved solicitor list is, like many other lenders, represented by the CML or Building Society Association, open to Licensed Conveyancers regulated by the CLC.

Can the conveyancing lawyers highlighted through your search app conduct right to buy conveyancing in Torquay?

We do have a number of conveyancing experts carrying out right to buy conveyancing You should contact us with a view to secure a costs illustration.

What is the difference between a licensed conveyancer and conveyancing solicitor in Torquay

There are two types of lawyers who can perform conveyancing in Torquay namely CLC regulated conveyancers or solicitors. Both professionals handle conveyancing services that required to complete the sale or purchase of property. Both are duty bound to handle Torquay conveyancing on similar standards and guidelines so you may be safe in the knowledge that your conveyancing will be professionally administered and that the requirements and procedures will be accurately attended to.

We are getting the release of further funds on our mortgage from Bank of Ireland as we wish to conduct improvements to our home in Torquay. Do we need to choose a bricks and mortar Torquay solicitor on the Bank of Ireland conveyancing panel to deal with the paperwork?

Bank of Ireland don't usually require firms on their approved list of lawyers to deal with the formalities. If they do require any legal work then you would need to ensure that such a lawyer was on the Bank of Ireland panel.

The formalities of my purchase has taken place for my property in Torquay. Conveyancing was satisfactory but I feel I should register my dissatisfaction about the lender. How does one go about formally complaining?

Most lenders have complaints procedures. Your first point of contact should be one of the lender’s branches or the Customer Services Department at head office. In most cases complaints to a lender are sorted out effectively and efficiently. However if you are not satisfied that the matter is not resolved you can write to Financial Ombudsman Service with full details of your complaint.

I am looking for a flat up to £195,000 and identified one near me in Torquay I like with a park and transport links nearby, the downside is that it's only got 52 years unexpired on the lease. I can't really find anything else in Torquay for this price, so just wondered if I would be making a mistake acquiring a short lease?

Should you need a mortgage that many years will be problematic. Reduce the offer by the anticipated lease extension will cost if it has not already been discounted. If the current owner has owned the premises for a minimum of 2 years you can ask them to commence the lease extension formalities and pass it to you. An additional ninety years can be extended on to the current lease and have £0 ground rent by law. You should speak to your conveyancing lawyer about this matter.

As co-executor for the estate of my father I am selling a property in Swansea but reside in Torquay. My lawyer (approximately 235 kilometers awayrequires that I sign a statutory declaration ahead of the transaction finalising. Can you recommend a conveyancing solicitor in Torquay to witness this legal document for me?

strictly speaking you are unlikely to need to have the documents witnessed by a conveyancing solicitor. Ordinarily any notary public or qualified solicitor will be fine regardless of whether they are Torquay based

I am looking at a two apartments in Torquay both have in the region of forty five years remaining on the lease term. should I be concerned?

There are plenty of short leases in Torquay. The lease is a legal document that entitles you to use the property for a period of time. As a lease shortens the marketability of the lease decreases and results in it becoming more costly to acquire a lease extension. This is why it is often a good idea to increase the term of the lease. Sometimes it is difficult to sell a property with a short lease because mortgage lenders may be unwilling to lend money on properties of this type. Lease enfranchisement can be a protracted process. We recommend you get professional help from a conveyancer and surveyor with experience in this arena.

Torquay Leasehold Conveyancing - A selection of Queries Prior to Purchasing

    Is there a share of the freehold? Are there any major works on the horizon that could add a premium to the maintenance fees? Are any of leasehold owners in dispute over their service charge liability?

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Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Torquay regulated by the SRA

The list below is a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Torquay specialising in commercial conveyancing in Torquay. This should include advice on complex issues under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1954
  • Wollen Michelmore Llp, Carlton House, 30 The Terrace, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1BS
  • Boyce Hatton Llp, 58 The Terrace, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1DE
  • Somerville & Savage Solicitors, Alderbourne, Greenway Road, St. Marychurch, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4NJ
  • Somerville & Savage, Alderbourne, Greenway Road, St. Marychurch, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4NJ
  • Somerville & Savage Solicitors T/a Allens Conveyancing, 16a Fore Street, St Marychurch, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4NA

Residential Licensed Conveyancers in Torquay regulated by the CLC

Please note that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Torquay but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.
  • S S & D Licensed Conveyancers, 7 Courtenay Park, TQ12 2HD

Planning law solicitors in Torquay regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Torquay specialising in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including compulsory purchases in Torquay
  • Wollen Michelmore Llp, Carlton House, 30 The Terrace, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1BS
  • Boyce Hatton Llp, 58 The Terrace, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1DE
  • Phoenix Solicitors And Advocates Ltd, 272 Union Street, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5QY
  • Wbw Solicitors Llp, Church House, Queen Street, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2QP

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

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