Conveyancing in Bexleyheath
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring ownership of property from one person to another, including the preparation and execution of the legal documents, and the registration of the new ownership. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Bexleyheath, 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 Bexleyheath and throughout Bexley 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: Bexley, Erith, Welling, South East London and London
Buying property in Bexleyheath
Bexleyheath is a town in the London Borough of Bexley. With affordable homes and great parks and gardens it has become a popular area for families to settle long-term.
There is a wide variety of property, from Georgian built to new houses and flats, and the commute into central London is only around half an hour. The market is one of the most buoyant in London, with southern Bexleyheath's proximity to the popular Bexley village area raising local house prices.
Council Tax in Bexleyheath (2023/24)
Bexleyheath is in London Borough of Bexley.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,358.51 |
| B | £1,584.92 |
| C | £1,811.34 |
| D | £2,037.76 |
| E | £2,490.60 |
| F | £2,943.43 |
| G | £3,396.27 |
| H | £4,075.52 |
What will my Bexleyheath solicitor do?
A conveyancer or solicitor assists the buyer with the legal side of buying a home. The solicitor will raise enquires of the seller's solicitor, order property searches, review the lease (if applicable) and handle post-completion tasks, including paying Stamp Duty and registering the property ownership with the Land Registry.
Bexleyheath conveyancing solicitors could also undertake checks for leasehold complexities, including short and defective leases.
Are you taking out a mortgage?
When buying a home with a mortgage, it is a requirement for your solicitor to also act for your mortgage lender.
If your conveyancer isn't accepted on your bank or building society's panel, it could take weeks longer to complete your purchase.
We work with solicitors who can represent the vast majority of building societies, banks and lenders, helping to ensure your transaction completes faster.
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When you purchase a house or flat in a Bexleyheath conservation area, your solicitor or licensed conveyancer will check for potential planning breaches, which could include conservation oversight, and missing consents for basement work. Conservation areas in Bexleyheath and the Bexley local authority include:Buying in a conservation area
Somewhere in the region of half a million listed properties exist across the country, 123 of which are in London Borough of Bexley. Bexleyheath listed buildings and properties include: Our expert solicitor panel will advise you on the obligations imposed by listed property ownership. Examples include maintenance of historic features, and consent required for energy efficient alterations. Read more:Listed buildings
Shared ownership conveyancing technically means purchasing a share in the property (normally 25%, 50% or 75%) from a social housing provider. While it's a great option for buying your first home, shared ownership conveyancing is more complex, as all properties are leasehold and mortgage lenders' apply stricter criteria. Whether you are staircasing shares in your current home, or buying a shared ownership property, our panel solicitors will walk you through every step of the process.Shared Ownership Conveyancing
New Build
The conveyancing process for acquiring a new build in Bexleyheath is more complicated than buying an existing property.
Your solicitor in Bexleyheath will need to be qualified to handle things like checking the suitability of new build insurance, checking planning conditions have been fulfilled and working with warranty providers, including NHBC, Advantage HCI and Ark Residential.
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Selling property in Bexleyheath
As part of the property selling process in Bexleyheath, your solicitor will assemble all essential documents, including the sale contract and ID forms.
The conveyancer will resolve any potential issues, reply to the buyer's solicitor's inquiries and handle the mortgage redemption.
The solicitor will also work with all parties, including estate agents and banks or building societies, to confirm that the home move completes quickly.
Does the conveyancing for selling leasehold take longer?
Yes, compared to freehold conveyancing. The conveyancing for selling leasehold houses or flats can be seriously delayed.
The buyer's solicitor must review these documents, including a copy of buildings insurance for the common parts of the property. The time needed by your lawyer to gather this paperwork is the common cause of such delays.
It can take a long time to gather this information if it is difficult to contact the agent responsible for managing the property or they are slow to respond, so your solicitor should get this underway even before a sale has been agreed.
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Selling a leasehold flat? What to do before going on the market
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Remortgage conveyancing in Bexleyheath
The Bank of England's current base rate is 5.25% (17 January, 2025)
It's important that you verify your remortgage solicitor's lender panel status before you instruct your solicitor.
We work with remortgage solicitors who can work on behalf of almost all lenders, so whether you are changing to a 25-year mortgage with Bank of Ireland or taking out a capped mortgage from Aldermore Bank, our panel solicitors will make the process as simple and stress-free as possible.
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Transfer of equity
If you are looking to reduce or increase your ownership share of a property, whether you are transferring the ownership of a property (in part or in full) to your children, taking over the share of another owner or estate planning, a transfer of equity is required. Your conveyancer will handle all the required documentation for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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How much should I budget for conveyancing in Bexleyheath?
What is and is not included in a conveyancing quote isn't always clear at first glance.
Conveyancing legal fees
Your solicitor's quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) to be paid when the conveyancing transaction completes. Conveyancing fees are paid to your conveyancer for the tasks they complete.
Conveyancing disbursements
The conveyancing quote should also include any disbursements, which are third-party costs, such as Stamp Duty and property searches.
Check for hidden costs
Double-check for additional fees or charges, when you compare conveyancing quotes. Some solicitors' quotes may set out extra costs in their terms and conditions, resulting in a higher-than-expected final bill.
