Conveyancing in Bangor
Conveyancing is the legal process for transferring the ownership of property from one party to another, or the legal work involved in a transfer of equity or remortgage. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Bangor, you're in the right place. Get a fast & proactive solicitor from a nationwide panel of conveyancing experts.
We have helped clients in Bangor and throughout Gwynedd 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: Caernarfon and Pwllheli
Buying property in Bangor
A city in Gwynedd, Wales, Bangor is one of the smallest cities in the UK. It's home to a university and is known for its cathedral, vibrant student life, and the nearby Snowdonia National Park. Bangor has a population of approximately 18,800.
Council Tax in Bangor (2023/24)
Bangor is in Gwynedd Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,324.80 |
| B | £1,545.60 |
| C | £1,766.40 |
| D | £1,987.20 |
| E | £2,428.80 |
| F | £2,870.40 |
| G | £3,312.00 |
| H | £3,974.40 |
| I | £4,636.80 |
What do Bangor conveyancing solicitors do?
During a property purchase, the lawyer will take care of the technical side of buying a property. This means carrying out comprehensive due diligence, like arranging searches from entities including Gwynedd Council, raising questions for the seller's solicitor and registering your ownership of the property.
Further to the standard checks and searches, Bangor conveyancing solicitors would also undertake searches related to national park restrictions and historic mining activity.
Are you purchasing a home with a mortgage?
When you purchase a property, your solicitor also needs to carry out some legal work for the bank or building society that's giving you the mortgage. Lender panel approval will mean your solicitor can act for your chosen lender.
Our chosen panel solicitors have established relationships with the majority of banks and specialist lenders, helping to facilitate a faster completion for your purchase.
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Leasehold property
Purchasing a leasehold flat in the UK can be very involved. The many potential problems lying in wait for an uninformed buyer can include legally technical issues like costly and undisclosed major works and unfair clauses in the lease.
A good property lawyer will look into all potential issues with the lease and report back to you.
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Selling a house or flat in Bangor
When selling a house or flat in Bangor, your conveyancing solicitor will arrange all the necessary documentation, like the title deeds and property information forms, and will help you answer these forms. The lawyer will address potential issues, advise on enquiries sent by the buyer's conveyancer and redeem the existing mortgage. The solicitor will liaise with key parties, like agents, lenders and landlords, to help ensure the home move completes quickly.
What do I need to know if selling a leasehold property in Bangor?
The legal work for a leasehold flat or house is significantly more specialised compared to a freehold house.
The complex nature of leasehold property means that conveyancing solicitors in Bangor will usually undertake additional tasks, such as obtaining an up-to-date service charge statement, through to ascertaining if a license to assign is required.
In order to resolve any leasehold delays faster, It is strongly advised that the vendor contact a conveyancer as soon as is practicable.
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgage conveyancing
The current Bank of England base rate is 4.5% (24 May, 2025)
Before you instruct, your solicitor needs to be able to act on your chosen lender's behalf.
We work with remortgage solicitors who are on the panels of almost all building societies and banks. Whether you are changing to an offset mortgage with Yorkshire Building Society or taking out a lifetime mortgage from Birmingham Midshires, we can help you.
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Transfer of equity in Bangor
If you intend to restructure the ownership of a property, whether you are taking over the share of another owner, transferring the ownership of your property to a child or estate planning, you'll need to carry out a transfer of equity.
Your solicitor will quickly and efficiently complete the legal work for a low, fixed fee.
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How much does conveyancing cost in Bangor?
When you are comparing quotes, it isn't always easy to be certain you are comparing like to like.
Conveyancing legal fees
Your solicitor's quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) that you'll pay when your transaction completes. These fees are what your conveyancer charges you for the work they carry out for you.
Disbursements
Disbursements are third-party costs paid by your solicitor on your behalf. Examples of disbursements include Stamp Duty and property searches.
Are the conveyancing fees fixed?
When you compare conveyancing quotes, beware of hidden charges not mentioned in the initial conveyancing quote. Some solicitors' quotes may include additional charges in the small print. This can mean a higher-than-expected final bill.
