Conveyancing in Hexham
Conveyancing is the process of preparing legal documents for a property sale, remortgage or lease extension, and transferring legal ownership if the property is being sold. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Hexham, 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 Hexham and throughout Northumberland 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: Ashington and Newcastle Upon Tyne
Buying property in Hexham
A market town in Northumberland, Hexham is known for its abbey, Hexham Abbey, the Racecourse, and the nearby Hadrian's Wall. Hexham has a railway station, providing links to Newcastle and Carlisle. Hexham has a population of approximately 11,000.
Council Tax in Hexham (2023/24)
Hexham is in Northumberland County Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,498.42 |
| B | £1,748.15 |
| C | £1,997.89 |
| D | £2,247.63 |
| E | £2,747.10 |
| F | £3,246.58 |
| G | £3,746.05 |
| H | £4,495.26 |
What does a conveyancing solicitor do?
The conveyancer plays a pivotal role in a property purchase. They will raise enquires of the seller's solicitor, order property searches, review contracts and take care of tasks after the sale, like paying Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Further to the standard checks and searches, Hexham conveyancing solicitors may undertake searches related to protected areas like Northumberland National Park and other AONB.
Purchasing a property with a mortgage?
Whether you are buying an auction property or buying a student buy-to-let, your solicitor must also complete legal work for the bank or building society.
If your lawyer isn't accepted on your 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 partner solicitors. We can help you complete your Hexham transaction without delay.
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When you buy a home in a conservation area, your solicitor or licensed conveyancer will check for potential planning issues, including solar panel visibility, and lack of consent for dormer windows. Conservation areas in Hexham and the Northumberland local authority include:Buying in a conservation area
There are over 500,000 listed buildings in England and Wales, 6,614 of which are in Northumberland County Council. Listed buildings in and near to Hexham include: Our expert conveyancing solicitor panel will advise you on the additional legal obligations your planned listed building purchase will entail. Examples include consent required for energy efficient alterations, and an obligation to maintain and preserve the property to prevent deterioration. Read more:Listed buildings
New Build
The conveyancing process for acquiring a new build in Hexham is often more complex than other types of conveyancing.
A property lawyer in Hexham will need to be qualified to handle things like ensuring that new build mortgage conditions are met, handling withdrawal under the Consumer Code for Housebuilders and specific lender requirements.
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Buying a leasehold property
Purchasing a leasehold flat in the UK can be complex when compared to purchasing a freehold. The many potential traps awaiting the unsuspecting buyer can include legally technical issues like sinking fund issues and freeholds sold without first refusal to leaseholders.
Your conveyancing 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 Hexham
At the start of the property selling process in Hexham, your lawyer will arrange all the necessary documentation, including the title deeds and ID forms, and help you fill out this paperwork.
A seller's solicitor's duties include responding to the buyer's solicitor's enquiries, dealing with complications like a defective lease and taking charge of the mortgage redemption.
Your solicitor will also work with both sides, like estate agents, landlords and lenders, to make sure your sale completes without a hitch.I am selling a leasehold property in Hexham - what do I need to know?
Conveyancing for a leasehold flat (houses are rarely leasehold) is a great deal more complex than for a more straightforward freehold house.
The complexities of leasehold mean conveyancing solicitors in Hexham must carry out additional tasks, and this could include getting an up-to-date service charge statement, through to a copy of the service charge budget for the current year (and any anticipated payments on account).
To reduce leasehold-related delays, It is recommended that the seller instruct a solicitor as soon as the property is marketed, if not before,.
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgage conveyancing in Hexham
The current Bank of England base rate is 4.5% (24 May, 2025)
Before instructing, you should always check your lawyer's lender panel membership.
We work with solicitors who are on the legal panels of over 100 building societies and banks. Whether you are switching to an equity release mortgage from Metro Bank or taking out a capped mortgage from Harpenden Building Society, we can help take care of the legal side.
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Transferring Equity
If you are looking to change the ownership shares of a property, whether you are buying out a joint owner, inheritance tax (IHT) planning or transferring the ownership of a property (in part or in full) to your children, a transfer of equity is required.
Your legal representative will handle all the required documentation and register the new interest at HM Land Registry for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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How much does conveyancing cost in Hexham?
Conveyancing fees
These fees are what your conveyancer charges you for the work they complete. The conveyancing quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) that you'll pay when your transaction completes.
Disbursements (third party costs)
Your quote should also list any disbursements, which are costs paid to third parties on your behalf, such as Stamp Duty and property searches.
Check what's included in your conveyancing quote
Double-check for additional fees or charges, when you compare conveyancing quotes. Some solicitors' quotes may include additional charges in their terms and conditions, resulting in a final bill that is higher than the original quote.
