Conveyancing in Dursley
Conveyancing is the legal work that ensures property is transferred from a seller to a buyer. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Dursley, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have helped clients in Dursley and throughout Stroud 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: Cheltenham, Filton, Gloucester, Yate and Bristol
Buying property in Dursley
Situated on the edge of the Cotswolds in Gloucestershire, Dursley is a picturesque market town known for its welcoming community. With the famous Cotswold Way running directly through the town, Dursley attracts walkers and lovers of the great outdoors.
Council Tax in Dursley (2023/24)
Dursley is in Stroud District Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,436.65 |
| B | £1,676.09 |
| C | £1,915.54 |
| D | £2,154.98 |
| E | £2,633.86 |
| F | £3,112.75 |
| G | £3,591.63 |
| H | £4,309.96 |
What will my solicitor do?
A property lawyer leads you through the legal side of buying a property.
Your lawyer will raise questions for the seller, order property searches, review the contract of sale and complete any post-sale actions, like registering the property ownership with the Land Registry.
Dursley conveyancing solicitors may undertake flood risk checks due to Severn and Avon rivers, and issues related to the Cotswolds AONB.
Purchasing a property with a mortgage?
When you purchase a property, your solicitor also needs to carry out some legal work for your lender. If your solicitor isn't accepted on your bank or building society's panel, it may take weeks longer to purchase your property.
Over 100 mortgage lenders have approved our chosen panel solicitors, so we can help you complete your Dursley transaction smoothly.
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When buying a property in a Dursley conservation area, your conveyancer will check for planning approval issues, including exterior paint restrictions or lack of consent for dormer windows. Conservation areas in Dursley and across the Stroud local authority include:Buying in a conservation area
Buying a leasehold property
Purchasing a leasehold house or flat in the UK requires a number of extra steps when compared to buying a freehold. The many potential complications awaiting an uninformed purchaser can include legally technical issues like costly and undisclosed major works and unreasonable lease extension premiums.
A specialist leasehold solicitor will look into all potential issues with the lease and report back to you.
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Selling property in Dursley
For the sale of a property in Dursley, your conveyancer will prepare the necessary documentation, such as the contract of sale and ID forms, and help you fill out this paperwork.
The lawyer will respond to inquiries from the buyer's solicitor and address potential issues. The solicitor will also coordinate with all parties, like agents, lenders and landlords, to help ensure the sale is completed successfully.Is there anything to be aware of if selling a leasehold property in Dursley?
Conveyancing for a leasehold flat is significantly more complicated than for a freehold property.
Leasehold complexity involves additional work on the part of conveyancing solicitors in Dursley, and this could include sourcing an up-to-date service charge statement, through to ensuring that leasehold forms are completed.
In order to resolve any leasehold problems faster, It is strongly advised that the vendor contact a conveyancer as soon as the property is marketed, if not before,.
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Remortgaging a property in Dursley
Latest Bank of England base rate now at 4.5% (30 April, 2025)
Before you appoint a solicitor, your solicitor must be able to act for your chosen lender.
Our remortgage panel solicitors are on all major banks and building societies' panels, so whether you are switching to a 30-year mortgage from Yorkshire Building Society or moving to a variable rate mortgage with Investec Bank, our panel solicitors can guide you through the remortgage process.
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Transfer of equity in Dursley
Whether you are transferring the ownership of your home to your daughter, son or other family member, estate planning or taking over the share of another owner, you'll need a transfer of equity specialist. Your solicitor can handle the legal work for a low, fixed fee.
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What are typical Dursley conveyancing fees?
Conveyancing solicitors fees
These fees are what your lawyer charges you for the work they complete for you. The quote should clearly detail the legal fees, including VAT, to be paid when the conveyancing transaction completes.
Disbursements
A disbursement is a cost that your lawyer must pay to a third party for a tax or additional service. Examples of disbursements include Local authority searches, Stamp Duty or a British waterways search.
Check what's included in your conveyancing quote
If you are comparing quotes, make sure you question any charges not set out in your initial quote. Some solicitors' quotes include extra costs in the small print. This can lead to an inflated final bill.
