Conveyancing in Chippenham
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 Chippenham, 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 Chippenham and throughout Wiltshire 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: Calne, Devizes, Malmesbury and Swindon
Buying property in Chippenham
A market town in Wiltshire, Chippenham offers attractions like Chippenham Museum and John Coles Park. Popular residential areas include Pewsham and Monkton Park. Chippenham railway station provides good links to London Paddington, Bristol, and Bath. Chippenham has a population of approximately 45,000.
Council Tax in Chippenham (2023/24)
Chippenham is in Wiltshire Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,477.53 |
| B | £1,723.78 |
| C | £1,970.03 |
| D | £2,216.29 |
| E | £2,708.80 |
| F | £3,201.31 |
| G | £3,693.82 |
| H | £4,432.58 |
What do Chippenham conveyancing solicitors do?
Your conveyancer will handle all the legal elements of buying a home.
The solicitor will order searches, raise questions for the seller, review the contract of sale, and fulfil post-completion formalities, like HMLR registration.
Chippenham conveyancing solicitors could also undertake checks associated with military or air rights, as the county is home to military bases and restricted airspace.
Are you buying with a mortgage?
Whether you are purchasing a build-to-rent property or buying a leasehold flat, your solicitor must also complete legal work for the mortgage lender. If your property lawyer isn't accepted on your chosen mortgage provider's panel, it could take weeks longer to complete your purchase.
More than 100 building societies, banks and lenders have approved our chosen panel lawyers. We can help you complete your Chippenham transaction without delay.
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When you purchase a flat or house in a conservation area, your conveyancing solicitor will need to check for restrictions on how you can use the flat or house, which could include restrictions on property usage, and heritage access. Conservation areas in Chippenham and across the Wiltshire local authority include Tollard Royal, Box, Old Sarum Airfield, Hilmarton and Stourton.Conservation area
There are over half a million listed buildings in England and Wales - around 13,660 of which are in Wiltshire Council. Chippenham listed buildings include: Listed buildings come with complex rules that the owner must adhere to. Our specialist panel of property solicitors will help you understand the additional legal obligations your planned listed building purchase will entail. Examples include maintenance of historic features, required consent for any alterations and an obligation to employ traditional construction techniques . Read more:Buying a listed building
Leasehold property
Purchasing a leasehold flat in the UK is more complicated than buying a freehold. The numerous common problems awaiting the unsuspecting purchaser can include legally technical issues like incomplete management company accounts and short leases.
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
Should I be wary of buying a leasehold house?
Should I buy a property with a short lease?
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Selling property in Chippenham
The sale of a Chippenham home will require your conveyancer to first prepare the necessary documentation, including the TA6 and TA10 property information forms and title deeds.
They will sort out potential snags, advise on enquiries sent by the buyer's conveyancer and handle the mortgage redemption. Your lawyer will also communicate effectively with all parties, including agents, managing agents and lenders, so your sale of your property is completed without incident.Does it take longer to sell a leasehold property?
Yes, that's correct, it can take considerably longer to carry out the conveyancing on a leasehold house or flat, compared to the sale of a freehold property.
The solicitor acting for the buyer will need to review several leasehold-related documents, such as details of any breaches by other leaseholders. The time it takes to get these documents together is commonly the source of delays.
The seller's solicitor ought to start this process as soon as possible, as this paperwork can take weeks to collect if it is difficult to contact the landlord or managing agent or they are slow to respond.
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Selling a leasehold flat? What to do before going on the market
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Remortgage conveyancing in Chippenham
The Bank of England's current base rate is 4.5% (19 March, 2025)
You should check your chosen remortgage solicitor is an approved member of your lender's legal panel before you instruct your solicitor.
Quittance panel solicitors are approved members of the majority of lenders. Whether you are switching to a 25-year mortgage from Halifax or moving to a guarantor mortgage with Bluestone, our experienced conveyancing team can guide you through the remortgage process.
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Chippenham Transfer of equity
Whether you are buying out an ex-spouse after a divorce, dealing with inheritance tax planning or transferring the ownership of your property to a child, a transfer of equity is required. Your lawyer will handle all the required documentation for a fixed fee.
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How much does conveyancing cost in Chippenham?
Conveyancing solicitors fees
These fees are what your solicitor or conveyancer charges you for the legal services they provide during your transaction. Your solicitor's quote will detail the fees for the legal work, including VAT, to be paid when the conveyancing transaction completes.
Disbursements
The conveyancing quote should also include any disbursements, which are third-party costs, including Stamp Duty, property searches and a bankruptcy search.
Is it a fixed fee quote?
Watch out for undisclosed fees not included in your original quote, when you compare conveyancing quotes. Some firms include extra costs in their terms and conditions, resulting in a higher-than-expected final bill.
