Conveyancing in East Ham
Conveyancing is when a solicitor transfers the legal ownership of a property from one individual to another. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in East Ham, 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 East Ham and throughout Newham 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: Barnet, Edmonton, Newham, East London and London
Buying property in East Ham
An area in East London, East Ham is known for its multicultural community and the nearby West Ham United Football Club. Popular residential areas include Central Park Road and High Street South. East Ham is well-served by the London Underground, providing links to central London. East Ham has a population of approximately 76,000.
Council Tax in East Ham (2023/24)
East Ham is in London Borough of Newham.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,085.02 |
| B | £1,265.86 |
| C | £1,446.69 |
| D | £1,627.53 |
| E | £1,989.20 |
| F | £2,350.88 |
| G | £2,712.55 |
| H | £3,255.06 |
What do East Ham conveyancing solicitors do?
A conveyancer oversees all post-offer aspects of purchasing a house or flat.
They will order searches, raise questions for the seller's solicitor, review the lease (if applicable), and complete any post-sale actions, like paying Stamp Duty Land Tax and registering the property ownership with the Land Registry.
East Ham conveyancing solicitors may carry out checks for leasehold issues, such as excessive service charges and ground rents.
Purchasing a property with a mortgage?
When buying with a mortgage, it is a requirement for your solicitor to also act for your mortgage bank.
If your lawyer is not on your bank's panel, your purchase could take significantly longer to complete.Over 100 lenders have approved our chosen partner solicitors, so we can help you complete your East Ham transaction without delay.
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We can help East Ham buyers with the conveyancing for:
When buying a home in an East Ham conservation area, your property lawyer will check for restrictive covenants, including access rights, and area consents. Conservation areas in East Ham and the Newham local authority include:Conservation area
There are around half a million listed properties across the country - around 130 of which are in London Borough of Newham. East Ham listed buildings and properties include: There are many additional things to consider when buying a listed building. Our specialist panel of solicitors will explain to you what commitments you are making as a listed building owner. Examples include consent for any alterations that might change the character of the property, and an obligation to maintain and preserve the property to prevent deterioration. Read more:Buying a listed building
When you buy a share in a property from a social housing provider, you'll need the help of a specialist solicitor. Shared ownership conveyancing is more complex, as all properties are leasehold. If you need conveyancing to purchase a shared ownership property, or for staircasing, your solicitor will help you complete the procedure.Purchasing a Shared Ownership house or flat
New Build Conveyancing
The legal work for acquiring a new build property in East Ham can be complicated compared to other types of conveyancing.
An experienced solicitor in East Ham must be able to deal with things like ensuring that new build mortgage conditions are met, handling withdrawal under the Consumer Code for Housebuilders and registering ownership with warranty providers such as NHBC Buildmark, Advantage and Trenwick International.
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Selling a house or flat in East Ham
For the sale of a property in East Ham, your solicitor will assemble all essential documents, such as the sale contract and the various property information forms, and help you fill out this paperwork.
Their role involves answering the buyer's solicitor's questions and addressing snags like an absent freeholder.
The solicitor will communicate effectively with all parties, like estate agents, landlords and lenders, so the move is completed without incident.Does the conveyancing for selling leasehold take longer?
Yes. The legal work for selling a leasehold home can take much longer.
The solicitor acting for the buyer will expect to see this leasehold-related paperwork, like a copy of buildings insurance for the common parts of the property and three years' filed accounts for the property management. Delays are usually caused by the time it takes to source this information.
It can take a long time to gather this information if the managing agent or landlord is slow or difficult to contact, so the solicitor should get this underway before a buyer has even been found.
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Selling a leasehold flat? What to do before going on the market
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Remortgage conveyancing
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You should check the solicitor that you want to handle your remortgage is on your lender's panel before you instruct.
Quittance panel solicitors are on the panels of almost all banks and building societies, so whether you are switching to a discount mortgage from Yorkshire Building Society or moving to a capped mortgage with Cynergy Bank, we can help your remortgage complete quickly.
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Transfer of equity
Whether you are gifting a property, inheritance tax (IHT) planning or buying out a co-owner, you will need a transfer of equity specialist.
Your solicitor will complete the process for a low, fixed fee.
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Conveyancing costs in East Ham: What to expect
It only takes a minute to get a quote, but knowing what's actually included can be complex.
Conveyancing fees
Your conveyancing solicitor's quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) that you'll pay when your transaction completes. These fees are what your solicitor charges you for the work they carry out for you.
Conveyancing disbursements
Your conveyancing quote should also itemise required third-party costs, or disbursements, including Stamp Duty and Land Registry fees.
Check the terms and conditions
If you are comparing quotes, beware of hidden charges not mentioned in the initial conveyancing quote. Some solicitors' quotes may include additional charges in the small print. This can lead to an inflated final bill.
