Conveyancing in Bloxwich
Conveyancing is the legal process involved when ownership of a property is transferred from the seller to the buyer. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Bloxwich, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have helped clients in Bloxwich and throughout Walsall 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: Burton Upon Trent, Stoke On Trent, Tamworth and Wolverhampton
Buying property in Bloxwich
A market town in Staffordshire in the West Midlands, Bloxwich is known for its traditional market. Major employers include various manufacturing and retail companies. It is served by Bloxwich railway station and is near the M6 motorway.
Council Tax in Bloxwich (2023/24)
Bloxwich is in Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,507.37 |
| B | £1,758.59 |
| C | £2,009.82 |
| D | £2,261.05 |
| E | £2,763.51 |
| F | £3,265.96 |
| G | £3,768.42 |
| H | £4,522.10 |
What does a Bloxwich conveyancing solicitor do?
A conveyancer will handle all the legal elements of the transaction. This means performing due diligence on the property, including property searches, raising questions about how the seller has used the property and ensuring necessary funds are correctly transferred.
Further to the standard checks and searches, Bloxwich conveyancing solicitors may carry out coal mining searches, due to the area's mining history.
Are you purchasing a home with a mortgage?
When you purchase a property, your solicitor must also handle some legal work for your lender. If your lawyer is not on your mortgage provider's panel, your purchase could take weeks longer to complete.
More than 100 lenders have approved our chosen panel solicitors. We can help you complete your Bloxwich transaction smoothly.
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We can assist buyers in Bloxwich with the legal work for:
When you purchase a home in a conservation area, your lawyer will need to check for covenants and restrictions, e.g. local byelaws or restrictions on animal ownership. Conservation areas in Bloxwich and the Walsall local authority include:Buying a home in a conservation area
Roughly half a million listed properties exist across the country, and around 170 of which are in Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council. Bloxwich listed buildings include: Our expert conveyancing solicitor panel will offer guidance on the commitments a listed building owner must make. Examples include use of traditional methods and materials for maintenance, required consent for any alterations and an obligation to use specialist contractors. Read more:Listed buildings
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Selling a property in Bloxwich
When you begin the process to sell a Bloxwich property, your conveyancing solicitor will first compile key documents, including the draft contract and assorted property information forms, and help you fill out this paperwork.
The solicitor's duties entail answering enquiries from the buyer's solicitor, sorting out potential snags and taking charge of the mortgage redemption. By taking action to liaise with key parties, like agents, managing agents and lenders, your solicitor will help make sure your sale is completed without incident.Is there anything to be aware of if selling a leasehold property in Bloxwich?
The legal work for a leasehold property is much more time-consuming than it is for a freehold home.
The complexities of leasehold mean conveyancing solicitors in Bloxwich will usually undertake additional legal work, for example obtaining an up-to-date service charge statement, through to details of historical insurance claims.
To help mitigate the delays involved in selling a leasehold property, It is recommended that the seller instruct a solicitor as soon as possible.
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Remortgaging
The base interest rate is 5.25% (22 January, 2025)
Make sure you verify your lawyer's lender panel status before you instruct your solicitor.
Our remortgage panel solicitors are on all major mortgage lenders' panels. Whether you are switching to a 25-year mortgage from TSB or taking out a lifetime mortgage from Investec Bank, we can help.
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Bloxwich Transfer of equity
Whether you are buying out the equity of a joint owner, inheritance tax planning or gifting a home, you'll need the help of a conveyancing solicitor to handle the transfer of equity. Your conveyancer will complete the process for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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How much are solicitors' conveyancing fees in Bloxwich?
Conveyancing fees
These legal fees are paid to your lawyer for the work they carry out during your transaction. Your conveyancing solicitor's quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) that you'll pay when your transaction completes.
Disbursements (costs payable to third parties)
Disbursements are third-party costs paid by your solicitor on your behalf. Third-party disbursements include Stamp Duty and property searches.
Check the T's & C's
Watch out for additional charges, when you compare conveyancing quotes. Some firms set out additional charges in the small print, leading to a higher-than-expected final bill.
