Conveyancing in Basildon
Conveyancing describes the work a solicitor does to transfer the legal title of a property from a seller to a buyer. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Basildon, 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 Basildon and throughout Essex 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: Benfleet, Billericay, Canvey Island, Rayleigh and Wickford
Buying property in Basildon
Basildon in Essex was created as a new town in 1948 from the villages of Vange, Laindon, Pitsea and Basildon. As well as being developed to house the overspill from London, government grants were given to companies to set up business, and this industrial base remains strong.
Improvements to transport links have made Basildon a property hotspot, with journey times to London being around 35 minutes, though prices are 27% lower than the Essex average. Most of the housing stock was built in the mid-20th century, however older period property can be found in nearby smaller towns (such as Billericay and Laindon). Several new developments are also beginning to appear and the market remains buoyant.
Council Tax in Basildon (2023/24)
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,375.32 |
| B | £1,604.54 |
| C | £1,833.76 |
| D | £2,062.98 |
| E | £2,521.42 |
| F | £2,979.86 |
| G | £3,438.30 |
| H | £4,125.96 |
What will my solicitor do?
During a property purchase, your solicitor will handle all the legal elements of buying a home.
They will order property searches, raise enquires of the seller, review the contract of sale and ensure that post-purchase requirements, like registering the property ownership with the Land Registry and paying Stamp Duty, are completed.
Basildon conveyancing solicitors may also undertake flood risk assessments due to large low-lying areas, and potential for London's green belt issues.
Are you purchasing a property with a mortgage?
When you purchase a property, your solicitor also needs to carry out some legal work for your mortgage bank. Panel approval will mean your solicitor can act on behalf of your chosen mortgage provider.
More than 100 building societies, banks and lenders have approved our chosen panel solicitors. We can help you complete your Basildon transaction without delay.
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We can assist Basildon home movers with the legal work for:
Approximately 500,000 listed buildings exist across the country, and around 130 of which are in Basildon District Council. Basildon listed buildings include: Buying a listed building is not a decision to be taken lightly. Examples of the duties faced by listed property owners include consent for additions like satellite dishes or external lighting, and an obligation to preserve or restore original windows and doors. Our expert conveyancing solicitor panel will discuss with you the commitments a listed building owner must make. Read more:Buying a listed building
You will need shared ownership conveyancing, when you buy a share in a property from a registered provider of social housing. Shared ownership conveyancing is more involved. Contracts are more complex, as shared ownership properties are leasehold. With extensive specialist experience, our panel of specialist property lawyers can help you with your shared ownership purchase or staircasing.Shared Ownership Conveyancing
Buying a leasehold property
Purchasing a leasehold flat in the UK can be complicated. The many potential traps lying in wait for an uninformed purchaser can include legally technical issues like and leases with fewer than 80 years to run.
Your 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
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Selling a house or flat in Basildon
When selling a property in Basildon, your lawyer will prepare vital paperwork, including the various property information forms and title deeds.
They will resolve any potential issues and respond to inquiries from the buyer's solicitor.
Your solicitor will work with all parties, like estate agents and banks or building societies, so your sale is completed successfully.
Does sale conveyancing take longer for leasehold?
Compared to freehold property, yes. The conveyancing for selling a leasehold property can be seriously delayed.
The solicitor acting for the buyer must review this leasehold-related paperwork. These could include an up-to-date statement of service charges and a copy of buildings insurance for the common parts of the property. The time it takes the seller's conveyancer to gather this paperwork is usually the cause of these delays.
The solicitor should start this process as soon as possible, as this information can take weeks to collect if it is difficult to contact the managing agent or landlord or they are slow to respond.
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Selling a leasehold flat? What to do before going on the market
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgage conveyancing in Basildon
Latest Bank of England base rate now at 4.5% (28 April, 2025)
Check your remortgage solicitor's lender panel status before you instruct.
Our remortgage panel solicitors are on the panels of almost all mortgage lenders, so whether you are switching to a 30-year mortgage from National Westminster Bank or taking out a guarantor mortgage from Chelsea Building Society, our panel solicitors can guide you through the remortgage process.
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Basildon Transfer of equity
Whether you are inheritance tax (IHT) planning, transferring the ownership of a property (in part or in full) to your children or adding one or more people to the deeds, you'll need to carry out a transfer of equity.
Your conveyancer will handle all the required documentation for a low, fixed fee.
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Transfer of equity Stamp Duty calculator
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How much should I budget for conveyancing in Basildon?
On a conveyancing quote, the various costs or charges can be split into two types:
Conveyancing legal fees
Conveyancing fees are paid to your conveyancer for the tasks they complete for you. The quote should clearly detail the legal fees, including VAT, to be paid when the conveyancing transaction completes.
Disbursements
A disbursement is an expense your conveyancer will pay on your behalf which will be added to your bill when you complete. Third-party disbursements include Stamp Duty and Land Registry fees.
Are the conveyancing fees fixed?
Some firms may include additional charges in the small print. This can lead to a higher final bill. When you compare conveyancing quotes, beware of hidden fees or extra charges.
