Conveyancing in Addlestone
Conveyancing is the legal transfer of a property from a seller to a buyer. handled by a solicitor or licenced conveyancer. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Addlestone, you're in the right place. Get a fast & proactive solicitor from a nationwide panel of conveyancing experts.
We have helped clients in Addlestone and throughout Runnymede with buying, selling, buy-to-let, Help to Buy, Right to Buy, shared ownership, new build, leasehold, lease extensions, remortgage and transfer of equity.
Other areas covered: Chertsey, Shepperton and Weybridge
Buying property in Addlestone
Addlestone has a population of approximately 11,700. Located in Surrey, Addlestone is a small, friendly town close to Weybridge. Known for its close-knit community, the town is undergoing significant regeneration, with a new shopping centre and cinema.
Council Tax in Addlestone (2023/24)
Addlestone is in Runnymede Borough Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,447.05 |
| B | £1,688.22 |
| C | £1,929.39 |
| D | £2,170.57 |
| E | £2,652.92 |
| F | £3,135.27 |
| G | £3,617.62 |
| H | £4,341.14 |
What does an Addlestone property lawyer do?
A conveyancing solicitor plays a pivotal role in a purchase, and guides the buyer through the legal aspects of transferring ownership from the seller to the buyer. Your solicitor will order searches, raise enquires of the seller, review the lease (if applicable) and take care of tasks after the sale, including paying Stamp Duty.
In addition to standard searches, Addlestone conveyancing solicitors could also undertake checks for issues affecting high-value listed buildings and properties within green belt areas.
Purchasing with a mortgage?
During the conveyancing process, your solicitor must also complete the legal work on behalf of your bank or building society.
If your property lawyer is not on your bank's panel, your purchase could take significantly longer to complete and cost more.
Over 100 banks and building societies have approved our chosen panel solicitors, so we can help you complete your Addlestone transaction without delay.
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When buying a flat or house in an Addlestone conservation area, your solicitor will check for covenants and restrictions, e.g. rubbish disposal issues or footpath rights. Conservation areas in Addlestone and across the Runnymede local authority include Thorpe, Chertsey, Englefield Green, Egham Hythe and Egham.Conservation area
Around 500,000 listed buildings exist across the country, 322 of which are in Runnymede Borough Council. Addlestone listed buildings include: Owning a listed building brings its own set of challenges. Our specialist panel of solicitors will help you understand what duties your ownership will impose. Examples include regular upkeep, and consent for any alterations that might change the character of the property. Read more:Buying a listed building
Leasehold flats
Buying a leasehold property in the UK can be complicated. The numerous common problems lying in wait for the unsuspecting purchaser can include legally technical issues like unpaid service charges by the existing leaseholder and excessive freehold premiums.
A good property lawyer 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?
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Selling a house or flat in Addlestone
The sale of a property in Addlestone will require your lawyer to first assemble all essential documents, including title deeds and the TA6 and TA10 property information forms.
The lawyer's role involves answering enquiries from the buyer's solicitor, resolving any potential issues and handling the mortgage redemption.
Your lawyer will work with both sides, including estate agents and banks or building societies, to help ensure the sale completes as soon as possible.I am selling a leasehold property in Addlestone - what do I need to know?
Conveyancing for a leasehold flat is much more involved than for a more straightforward freehold house.
The complexities of leasehold mean conveyancing solicitors in Addlestone must carry out extra work, and this could include sourcing the latest service charge and ground rent statement, through to details of historical insurance claims.
In order to resolve any leasehold difficulties faster, It is highly recommended that the seller instruct a lawyer as soon as possible, and preferably before marketing the property.
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgaging a property in Addlestone
Latest Bank of England base rate now at 4.5% (24 May, 2025)
Verify your mortgage lender's legal panel includes your lawyer before you instruct.
We work with solicitors who are on all major lenders' panels. Whether you are switching to a standard variable rate mortgage from Lloyds Bank or taking out a 10-year tracker rate from Harpenden Building Society, our panel solicitors will make the process as simple and stress-free as possible.
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Transfer of equity in Addlestone
Whether you are tax planning for the future, gifting a property or buying out an ex-partner, you will need to work with a transfer of equity specialist.
Your solicitor will handle all the required documentation for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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How much does conveyancing cost in Addlestone?
Legal fees
These fees are what your solicitor charges you for the tasks they complete. Your solicitor's quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) that you pay when the property transaction is complete.
Disbursements
Your quote should also list any disbursements, which are costs paid to third parties on your behalf, including Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), HM Land Registry fees and property searches.
Are the conveyancing fees fixed?
Beware of hidden charges not mentioned in the initial conveyancing quote, when you compare conveyancing quotes. Some solicitors' quotes may set out extra costs in their terms and conditions. This can mean a higher final bill.
