Conveyancing in Aberdare
Conveyancing is the legal process carried out by a solicitor to transfer the ownership of a property from one person to another. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Aberdare, you're in the right place. Get a fast & proactive solicitor from a nationwide panel of conveyancing experts.
We have years of experience helping homemovers in Aberdare and throughout Rhondda Cynon Taf handle their sale, purchase, buy-to-let, Help to Buy, Right to Buy, shared ownership, new build, leasehold, lease extensions, remortgage and transfer of equity.
Other areas covered: Cardiff, Pontypridd and Merthyr Tydfil
Buying property in Aberdare
Aberdare has a population of approximately 29,500. Located in the Cynon Valley area of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, Aberdare is steeped in industrial history. Known for Dare Valley Country Park and the annual Aberdare Festival, it offers a mix of cultural heritage and natural beauty.
Council Tax in Aberdare (2023/24)
Aberdare is in Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,314.68 |
| B | £1,533.79 |
| C | £1,752.90 |
| D | £1,972.02 |
| E | £2,410.25 |
| F | £2,848.47 |
| G | £3,286.70 |
| H | £3,944.04 |
| I | £4,601.38 |
What do Aberdare conveyancing solicitors do?
Your conveyancing solicitor plays a pivotal role in a property purchase.
Your solicitor will perform due diligence on the property, like raising enquires, arranging property searches and registering the change of ownership.
In addition to standard searches, Aberdare conveyancing solicitors could also undertake searches for coal mining activity.
Are you taking out a mortgage?
When buying a house or flat with a mortgage, it is standard practice for your solicitor to also act for the bank or building society that's giving you the mortgage.
Panel approval means your solicitor is able to represent your chosen lender.
More than 100 lenders have approved our chosen partner solicitors. We can help you complete your Aberdare transaction smoothly.
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Leasehold flats
Purchasing a leasehold house or flat in the UK is more complicated than buying a freehold. The many potential problems awaiting an uninformed buyer can include legally technical issues like undisclosed major works and marriage value issues.
A specialist leasehold solicitor will look into all potential issues with the lease and report back to you.
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What you need to know about buying a leasehold property
Should I be wary of buying a leasehold house?
Should I buy a property with a short lease?
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Selling property in Aberdare
When selling property in Aberdare, your conveyancer will compile key documents, including assorted property information forms and title deeds. The role of a conveyancer acting for the seller includes responding to enquiries from the buyer's solicitor and sorting out potential snags.
By taking action to communicate effectively with all parties, like estate agents, landlords and lenders, your solicitor will help make sure your transfer of ownership is completed successfully.
Does it take longer to sell a leasehold property?
Yes, it can take much more time to carry out the conveyancing on a leasehold property, compared to freehold conveyancing.
The buyer's solicitor will want to see several leasehold-related documents, such as details of any breaches by other leaseholders. Delays are usually caused by the time required by to gather this paperwork.
It can take weeks to collect this paperwork if the landlord or managing agent is slow or difficult to contact, so your solicitor should get this underway at the earliest opportunity.
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Selling a leasehold flat? What to do before going on the market
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgage conveyancing in Aberdare
The official base rate is 4.5% (19 March, 2025)
Before instructing, verify your chosen mortgage lender's legal panel includes your conveyancer.
Our partner panel solicitors are panel members for all major lenders. Whether you are changing to a standard variable rate mortgage with Leeds Building Society or taking out a capped mortgage from Secure Trust Bank, we can assist.
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Aberdare Transfer of equity
If you aim to reduce or increase your ownership share of your property, whether you are transferring the ownership of a property to your children, tax planning for the future or buying out another part-owner, a transfer of equity is required. Your conveyancer will complete all the necessary paperwork for a fixed fee.
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Transfer of equity Stamp Duty calculator
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How much does conveyancing cost in Aberdare?
On a conveyancing quote, the various costs or charges can be split into two types:
Legal fees
Your conveyancing solicitor's quote should clearly detail the legal fees, including VAT, that you pay when the property transaction is complete. These fees are paid to your solicitor or conveyancer for the legal work that they complete during your transaction.
Disbursements
Your quote should also list any disbursements, which are costs paid to third parties on your behalf, such as Stamp Duty, property searches and a flood risk report.
Check what's included in your quote
Watch out for undisclosed fees not included in your original quote, if you are comparing conveyancing quotes. Some solicitors' quotes set out additional charges in the small print. This can mean an inflated final bill.
