Conveyancing in Halifax
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property from one owner to another. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Halifax, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have years of experience helping homemovers in Halifax and throughout Durham 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: Brighouse, Hartlepool, Huddersfield, Leeds and Stockton On Tees
Buying property in Halifax
A town in West Yorkshire, Halifax is known for its Piece Hall, Eureka! The National Children's Museum, and the nearby Pennines. Halifax has a railway station, providing links to Leeds and Manchester. Halifax has a population of approximately 90,000.
Council Tax in Halifax (2023/24)
Halifax is in Durham County Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,544.09 |
| B | £1,801.43 |
| C | £2,058.78 |
| D | £2,316.13 |
| E | £2,830.83 |
| F | £3,345.52 |
| G | £3,860.22 |
| H | £4,632.26 |
What does a conveyancing solicitor do?
A conveyancing solicitor plays a pivotal role in a property purchase.
They will order searches, raise enquires of the seller's solicitor, review the contract of sale and complete any post-sale actions, like HMLR registration.
Halifax conveyancing solicitors may carry out coal mining searches due to the history of the Durham coalfield.
Are you financing your purchase with a mortgage?
When buying with a mortgage, it is a requirement for your solicitor to also act for your bank or building society.
Panel approval will mean your solicitor can act on behalf of your chosen lender.
Over 100 building societies, banks and lenders have approved our chosen partner solicitors, so we can help you complete your Halifax transaction without delay.
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Conveyancing for buying a property
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We can also help home movers in Halifax with conveyancing for:
There are over 500,000 listed properties across the country, and around 3,360 of which are in Durham County Council. Listed buildings in and around Halifax include: Examples of the obligations placed upon listed building owners include a duty to maintain the exterior appearance, and consent for additions like satellite dishes or external lighting. Our specialist panel of property solicitors will clarify the commitments a listed building owner must make. Read more:Buying a listed building
New Build Conveyancing
The conveyancing for buying a new build home in Halifax is often complex.
A conveyancing solicitor in Halifax will need to be qualified to handle things like handling structural guarantees, investigating issues with drains and roads that serve the property and checking new build warranties with warranty providers, including NHBC, Advantage HCI and Castle.
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Leasehold flats
Purchasing a leasehold house or flat in the UK can be very involved. The many potential complications awaiting the unsuspecting buyer can include legally technical issues like and marriage value issues.
A good property lawyer 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 Halifax
When you're looking to sell a Halifax property, you can expect your conveyancer to first prepare the necessary documentation, including the title deeds and assorted property information forms, and help you fill out this paperwork.
They will handle questions from the buyer's side, address potential issues and handle the mortgage redemption. Your lawyer will also work with all parties, like agents, lenders and landlords, to confirm that the sale of your property completes quickly.Does sale conveyancing take longer for leasehold?
Compared to freehold property, yes. The legal work for selling a leasehold property usually takes longer.
The buyer's conveyancer will need to review this leasehold-related paperwork, like a copy of buildings insurance for the common parts of the property and a current statement of service charges. Typically, delays are due to the time it takes your lawyer to source this information.
The seller's solicitor should get this underway at the earliest opportunity, because these details can take a long time to gather if it is difficult to contact the managing agent or landlord or they are slow to respond.
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Selling a leasehold flat? What to do before going on the market
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgaging
The Bank of England's current base rate is 5.25% (12 October, 2024)
Before you appoint a solicitor, your solicitor must be able to act for your mortgage lender.
Our partner panel solicitors can act for over 100 mortgage lenders, so whether you are changing to a 30-year mortgage with Bank of Scotland or moving to an interest only mortgage with Allied Irish Bank, we can help take care of the legal side.
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Find out if our panel solicitors can act for your lender
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Transfer of equity
Whether you are inheritance tax planning, buying out an ex-spouse after a divorce or gifting a share of a property, a transfer of equity is required.
Your solicitor can handle the legal work for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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Transfer of equity Stamp Duty calculator
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How much do conveyancing solicitors fees cost in Halifax?
When comparing solicitors' fees, conveyancing quotes may include several unfamiliar terms and concepts:
Solicitors' fees
The conveyancing quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) to be paid when the conveyancing transaction completes. These fees are what your solicitor or conveyancer charges you for the work they complete during your transaction.
Disbursements
A disbursement is a cost that your solicitor or conveyancer must pay to a third party for a tax or additional service. Examples of disbursements include Local authority searches, Stamp Duty or a verification of identity fee.
Check the terms and conditions
If you are comparing quotes, watch out for undisclosed fees missing from the original quote. Some firms include additional fees in their terms and conditions, leading to a higher final bill.
