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Whitstable Conveyancing Statistics*

  • 1 Percentage of leasehold conveyancing purchases in Whitstable is 12% where there is a share in the management company or freehold company
  • 2 December was the busiest month and September was the next busiest month while November was the least busiest month of the year for conveyancing in Whitstable
  • 3 Average time frame of 85 days for registration of title in Whitstable
  • 4 100% freehold and 0% leasehold conveyancing in Whitstable for this year to date
  • 5 Average time from start to moving day was 82 days for conveyancing in Whitstable

Examples of recent conveyancing in Whitstable since February 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Whitstable

Can the conveyancing solicitors via your comparison service conduct attended exchange conveyancing in Whitstable?

There are a few conveyancing specialists carrying out one day exchanges. Please contact us to obtain a fee calculation and details as to availability.

I am purchasing a property and require a conveyancing solicitor in Whitstable who is on the National Westminster Bank conveyancing. Can you recommend a local solicitor?

Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for National Westminster Bank in certain locations such as Whitstable. We dont recommend any particular firm.

Do commercial conveyancing searches reveal proposed roadworks that could impact a commercial site in Whitstable?

Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in Whitstable will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers expend in looking into accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Whitstable. The search result provides definitive information 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 Whitstable.

For each commercial conveyancing transaction in Whitstable it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. Failure to identify developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately can result in delays to Whitstable commercial conveyancing transactions as well as present a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not conducted for residential conveyancing in Whitstable.

How does conveyancing in Whitstable differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build residence in Whitstable come to us having been asked by the developer to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is finished. This is because builders in Whitstable tend to acquire 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 conveyancing solicitors 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 Whitstable or who has acted in the same development.

My partner has encouraged me to appoint his lawyers for conveyancing in Whitstable. Should I choose my own conveyancer?

There are no two ways about it it’s preferable to select a conveyancing practitioner is to have feedback from friends or family who have actually previously instructed the solicitor that you are are thinking of instructing.

What are your top tips when it comes to appointing a Whitstable conveyancing practice to deal with our lease extension?

When appointing a solicitor for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Whitstable conveyancing firm) it is essential that he or she should be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We advise that you speak with two or three firms including non Whitstable conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. If the firm is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions could be of use:

    If they are not ALEP accredited then what is the reason? How familiar is the practice with lease extension legislation?

Leasehold Conveyancing in Whitstable - Sample of Queries Prior to buying

    How much is the yearly service fee and ground rent? Be sure to enquire if the the lease includes any adverse restrictions in the lease. For instance it is fairly common in Whitstable leases that pets are not allowed in in a block in Whitstable. If you like the apartmentin Whitstable yet your cat is not allowed to make the move with you then you will be presented with a hard decision. Most Whitstable leasehold apartments will have a service charge for maintenance of the block set by the landlord. Where you acquire the property you will have to meet this contribution, normally periodically accross the year. This may vary from several hundred pounds to thousands of pounds for large purpose-built blocks. There will also be a ground rent for you to pay annual, this is usually not a exorbitant amount, say about £50-£100 but you need to check it because occasionally it can be prohibitively expensive.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Whitstable regulated by the SRA

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

  • Pocock's Solicitors Limited, Elizabeth House, 63 Oxford Street, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1DA
  • Foster Mackay Limited, 67 High Street, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5LQ

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Whitstable

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Whitstable practicing in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This could include advice on Court proceedings for possession

  • Pocock's Solicitors Limited, Elizabeth House, 63 Oxford Street, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1DA
  • Foster Mackay Limited, 67 High Street, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5LQ

Residential Licensed Conveyancers in Whitstable regulated by the CLC

Please note that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Whitstable but also conveyancing across England and Wales.
  • Joanna Verrico & Associates, Bank Chambers, CT6 6PL

Neighboring Locations

Faversham
Whitstable
Herne Bay
Canterbury

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