Conveyancing in Cromer
Conveyancing is the legal process of buying and selling a property, involving the work a solicitor does to investigate the property, handle mortgage requirements and register the new owner. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Cromer, 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 Cromer and throughout North Norfolk 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: Fakenham, Holt, North Walsham and Norwich
Buying property in Cromer
A seaside town in Norfolk, Cromer is known for its pier, the RNLI Henry Blogg Museum, and its delicious crabs. Popular residential areas include Overstrand and East Runton. Cromer has a railway station, providing links to Norwich. Cromer has a population of approximately 7,500.
Council Tax in Cromer (2023/24)
Cromer is in North Norfolk District Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,419.45 |
| B | £1,656.03 |
| C | £1,892.60 |
| D | £2,129.18 |
| E | £2,602.33 |
| F | £3,075.48 |
| G | £3,548.63 |
| H | £4,258.36 |
What does a Cromer property lawyer do?
A property lawyer guides the buyer through the legal aspects of buying a property.
Your lawyer will carry out comprehensive due diligence on the property, such as raising questions about how the seller has used the property, ordering property searches and reviewing contracts.
Cromer conveyancing solicitors could also undertake searches to assess flood risk.
Are you buying a property with a mortgage?
When you buy a property with a mortgage, the mortgage lender will need to confirm that the property's value is enough to cover the amount of the mortgage.
Lender panel approval will mean your solicitor can act on behalf of your bank.
Over 100 banks and specialist lenders have approved our chosen panel lawyers, so we can help you complete your Cromer transaction smoothly.
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When buying a home in a Cromer conservation area, your property lawyer will check for covenants and restrictions, which could include restrictions on property usage or access rights. Conservation areas in Cromer and the North Norfolk local authority include:Buying a home in a conservation area
Leasehold flats
Purchasing a leasehold flat in the UK can be complicated. The numerous common problems lying in wait for the unsuspecting buyer can include legally technical issues like unpaid service charges by the existing leaseholder and excessive freehold premiums.
A good property lawyer will look into all potential issues with the lease and report back to you.
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Selling a property in Cromer
When selling a Cromer home, your lawyer will prepare vital paperwork, including property information forms and the draft contract.
Duties include answering the buyer's solicitor's enquiries, addressing snags like missing paperwork and redeeming the mortgage.
Your solicitor will liaise with key parties, including estate agents and banks or building societies, so the sale completes without a hitch.
Does it take longer to sell a leasehold property?
Yes, compared to freehold conveyancing. The legal work for selling a leasehold property usually takes longer.
The solicitor acting for the buyer will need to review several leasehold-related documents, like management company information and three years' filed accounts for the property management. Delays are usually caused by the time needed by the solicitor to gather this paperwork.
It can take weeks to collect this information if it is difficult to contact the agent responsible for managing the property or they are slow to respond, so your conveyancing solicitor should get this underway at the earliest opportunity.
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Selling a leasehold flat? What to do before going on the market
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Remortgaging
Latest Bank of England base rate now at 4.5% (14 June, 2025)
You will need to verify the solicitor that you want to carry out the legal work for your remortgage is approved by your lender before you instruct your solicitor.
Quittance panel solicitors are on all major mortgage lenders' panels. Whether you are switching to a 5-year fixed rate from Metro Bank or taking out an interest only mortgage from Atom Bank, our experienced conveyancing team can guide you through the remortgage process.
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Transferring Equity
Whether you are changing the legal ownership structure, inheritance tax (IHT) planning or transferring the ownership of a property to your children, you will need to work with a transfer of equity specialist.
Your property lawyer will handle all the required documentation for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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Transfer of equity Stamp Duty calculator
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How much does conveyancing cost in Cromer?
Conveyancing solicitors fees
These fees are what your conveyancer charges you for the tasks they complete for you. Your solicitor's quote should clearly detail the legal fees, including VAT, to be paid when the conveyancing transaction completes.
Disbursements
Your conveyancing quote should also itemise required third-party costs, or disbursements, including Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), HM Land Registry fees and property searches.
Check the quote for hidden costs
Watch out for undisclosed fees not included in your original quote, if you are comparing conveyancing quotes. Some solicitors' quotes include extra costs in the small print, leading to an inflated final bill.
