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Conveyancing in Amersham

Conveyancing is the legal process of buying and selling property, where a solicitor ensures that the transfer of ownership complies with legal requirements. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Amersham, 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 Amersham and throughout Chiltern 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: Aylesbury, Chesham, High Wycombe, Milton Keynes and Wycombe

Amersham Conveyancing Solicitors

Buying property in Amersham

Amersham has a population of approximately 14,500 people. Set in the Chiltern Hills, Buckinghamshire, Amersham is a market town divided into Old Amersham, with its historic buildings, and Amersham on the Hill, the modern area, featuring the Metropolitan line station.

Amersham house prices

The average price paid for a property in Amersham between October and November 2024 was £289,707 (updated February 2025).

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Council Tax in Amersham (2023/24)

Amersham is in Chiltern District Council.

Band Amount
A £1,451.23
B £1,693.10
C £1,934.98
D £2,176.85
E £2,660.59
F £3,144.34
G £3,628.08
H £4,353.70

What do Amersham conveyancing solicitors do?

A conveyancer or solicitor guides the buyer through the legal aspects of buying a home.

They will perform required due diligence, like raising questions about how the seller has used the property, applying for searches from local authorities (e.g. Buckinghamshire Council), reviewing contracts and registering the change of ownership.

Amersham conveyancing solicitors may also undertake checks related to listed buildings and properties in conservation areas or green belt land.

Are you purchasing with a mortgage?

If you are getting a mortgage, your solicitor will also need to act for the mortgage lender.

If your conveyancing solicitor isn't accepted on your chosen mortgage provider's panel, it could take weeks longer to complete your purchase.

Over 100 lenders have approved our chosen panel solicitors, so we can help you complete your Amersham transaction without delay.

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Buying in a conservation area

When buying a flat or house in an Amersham conservation area, your conveyancer will check for restrictions on how you can use the flat or house, which could include street appearance restrictions or parking issues. Conservation areas in Amersham and across the Chiltern local authority include Cholesbury & Hawridge, Chesham, Elm Close, Weller Estate and Chesham Bois.

Buying a listed building

Somewhere in the region of half a million listed buildings exist across the country, and around 1,010 of which are in Chiltern District Council.

Amersham listed buildings and properties include:

  • Woodside Junior School Seat, Steps, Pool Surround And Attached Pergola, Mitchell Walk, Amersham, Chiltern, Buckinghamshire
  • Cast Iron Memorial To John How 10 Metres South South East Of South Porch, St Marys Churchyard, Church Street, Amersham, Chiltern, Buckinghamshire
  • Woodrow High House, Cherry Lane, Amersham, Woodrow, Chiltern, Buckinghamshire
  • 28 30 Broadway, Amersham, Chiltern, Buckinghamshire
  • Barn At Rear Of Numbers 14 To 26 (Even), Broadway, Amersham, Chiltern, Buckinghamshire

There are many additional things to consider when buying a listed building. Examples of the duties that listed building owners face include maintenance of historic features, consent required for energy efficient alterations and an obligation to protect significant internal features like fireplaces. Our specialist panel of property solicitors will advise you on the commitments a listed building owner must make.

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Buying a leasehold property

The vast majority of flats are leasehold. Leasehold houses are less common, but there are still an estimated 1 million such properties across the country. The conveyancing for a leasehold flat typically takes longer than a freehold home because there is more work involved and there is greater complexity.

Causes of numerous delays can range from incomplete managing agent information to absent freeholders.

Our specialist leasehold solicitor team look after hundreds of leasehold clients every month, and our proactive approach can mean faster conveyancing.

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Selling property in Amersham

When selling homes in Amersham, your conveyancer will arrange all the necessary documentation, including the various property information forms and the title deeds. Duties include handling obstacles like a defective lease and answering the buyer's solicitor's enquiries.

By taking action to communicate effectively with all parties, like agents, managing agents and lenders, your conveyancer will help make sure your sale completes quickly.

Does the conveyancing for selling leasehold take longer?

Yes, that's correct, it can take considerably longer to carry out the conveyancing on a leasehold house or flat when compared to conveyancing on a freehold house.

The buyer's conveyancer will expect to see these documents, including a copy of the freehold property's buildings insurance. The time it takes to source this information is usually the cause of these delays.

It could take several weeks to collect this information if the landlord or managing agent is slow or difficult to contact, so your lawyer ought to start this process as soon as possible.

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Remortgage conveyancing

Latest Bank of England base rate now at 4.5% (17 February, 2025)

Before you instruct, your solicitor must be able to act for your lender.

Our remortgage panel solicitors are on the legal panels of over 100 building societies and banks, so whether you are switching to an offset mortgage from Virgin Money or taking out a flexible mortgage from Bradford and Bingley, we can assist.

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Transfer of equity

Whether you are transferring the ownership of a property to your children, buying out a co-owner or tax planning for the future, you'll need to carry out a transfer of equity. Your conveyancer will quickly and efficiently complete the legal work for a low, fixed fee.

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How much should I budget for conveyancing in Amersham?

When you are comparing quotes, it isn't always easy to be certain you are comparing like to like.

Legal fees

The conveyancing quote will detail the fees for the legal work, including VAT, that you'll pay when your transaction completes. These fees are what your lawyer charges you for the tasks they complete on your behalf.

Disbursements

The conveyancing quote should also include any disbursements, which are third-party costs, including Stamp Duty and Land Registry fees.

Is it a fixed fee quote?

If you are comparing quotes, double-check for additional fees or charges. Some firms may include additional charges in the small print, leading to an inflated final bill.

Article by Completely Moved authors

The Completely Moved team have years of experience helping home buyers, sellers and owners, answering questions and providing property advice.

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