Conveyancing in Chatteris
Conveyancing is the series of legal steps a solicitor takes when transfering property ownership. Conveyancing can also refer to the legal side of a remortgage or equity transfer. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Chatteris, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have years of experience helping homemovers in Chatteris and throughout Fenland 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: Ely, March, Newark and Peterborough
Buying property in Chatteris
A market town in Cambridgeshire, Chatteris is known for its Four Lanes End junction and the nearby Wenny Road Meadow nature reserve. The area offers a range of property types. Chatteris is well-served by bus routes to Peterborough and Cambridge. Chatteris has a population of approximately 10,000.
Council Tax in Chatteris (2023/24)
Chatteris is in Fenland District Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,475.81 |
| B | £1,721.78 |
| C | £1,967.75 |
| D | £2,213.72 |
| E | £2,705.66 |
| F | £3,197.59 |
| G | £3,689.53 |
| H | £4,427.44 |
What does a Chatteris property lawyer do?
A conveyancer plays a key role after an offer has been accepted. Your lawyer will raise questions for the seller's solicitor, order property searches, review the lease (if applicable) and ensure that post-purchase requirements, such as paying Stamp Duty and registering the property ownership with the Land Registry, are completed.
Further to the standard checks and searches, Chatteris conveyancing solicitors may also carry out checks for issues related to fenland, including potential subsidence and drainage concerns.
Buying with a mortgage?
When you buy a house, your solicitor also needs to carry out some legal work for the bank.
If your property lawyer is not on your lender's panel, your purchase could take weeks longer.
More than 100 banks and building societies have approved our chosen panel lawyers. We can help you complete your Chatteris transaction smoothly.
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When you buy a flat or house in a Chatteris conservation area, your solicitor or licensed conveyancer will need to check for potential planning breaches, including missing consents for basement work or roof alterations. Conservation areas in Chatteris and across the Fenland local authority include Leverington, Bowthorpe and Parson Drove.Buying in a conservation area
Somewhere in the region of 500,000 listed properties exist in England and Wales - around 670 of which are in Fenland District Council. Chatteris listed buildings and properties include: Our experienced panel of solicitors will discuss with you what duties your ownership will impose. Examples include maintenance of historic features, and required consent for any alterations. Read more:Buying a listed building
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Selling property in Chatteris
When you begin the process to sell a house or flat in Chatteris, your conveyancer will first arrange all the necessary documentation, including the draft contract and the various property information forms.
They will advise on enquiries sent by the buyer's conveyancer, sort out potential snags and redeem the existing mortgage. Your lawyer will coordinate with all parties, including estate agents and banks or building societies, to make sure your sale completes quickly.Does it take longer to sell a leasehold property?
Yes. Sale conveyancing for leasehold properties can be seriously delayed.
The buyer's conveyancer will need to review these documents, such as an up-to-date statement of service charges. Typically, delays are due to the time required by your solicitor to gather this paperwork.
The seller's solicitor should start this process as soon as possible, as this information could take several weeks to collect if it is difficult to contact the landlord or managing agent.
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Selling a leasehold flat? What to do before going on the market
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Remortgaging
The current Bank of England base rate is 4.5% (30 April, 2025)
Don't forget to confirm your lawyer's lender panel membership before you instruct.
Our partner panel solicitors are on the legal panels of over 100 mortgage lenders. Whether you are switching to a 2-year fixed rate from TSB or moving to a buy to let mortgage with Hinckley and Rugby Building Society, we can help take care of the legal side.
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Chatteris Transfer of equity
Whether you are tax planning for the future, gifting a property or buying out a joint owner, a transfer of equity is required. Your property lawyer will handle the legal side for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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How much should I budget for conveyancing in Chatteris?
When you are comparing quotes, it isn't always easy to be certain you are comparing like to like.
Conveyancing fees
Your conveyancing solicitor's quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) that you pay when the property transaction is complete. These fees are paid to your solicitor for the legal work that they complete on your behalf.
Disbursements
A disbursement is an expense your solicitor 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.
Check the T's & C's
Some firms set out additional charges in their terms and conditions, leading to a total cost that's much higher than the initial quote. Double-check for additional fees or charges, when comparing quotes.
