Conveyancing in Huntingdon
Conveyancing is the legal process a solicitor follows to ensures the proper transfer of property from one owner to another. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Huntingdon, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have years of experience helping homemovers in Huntingdon and throughout Huntingdonshire 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: Cambridge, Newark, Peterborough, St Neots and Wisbech
Buying property in Huntingdon
A market town in Cambridgeshire, Huntingdon is noted for its connection to Oliver Cromwell, Hinchingbrooke House, and the nearby Grafham Water. The town has a railway station with links to Peterborough and London King's Cross. Huntingdon has a population of approximately 24,000.
Council Tax in Huntingdon (2023/24)
Huntingdon is in Huntingdonshire District Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,461.27 |
| B | £1,704.81 |
| C | £1,948.35 |
| D | £2,191.90 |
| E | £2,678.99 |
| F | £3,166.08 |
| G | £3,653.17 |
| H | £4,383.80 |
What do Huntingdon conveyancing solicitors do?
The conveyancing solicitor will address all the legal details of transferring ownership from the seller to the buyer. The solicitor will raise questions for the seller's solicitor, order property searches, review the lease (if applicable) and ensure that post-purchase requirements, including registering the property ownership with the Land Registry, are completed.
Huntingdon conveyancing solicitors may carry out checks for issues related to fenland, including potential subsidence and drainage concerns.
Are you funding your home purchase with a mortgage?
When you purchase a property, your solicitor must also handle some legal work for the mortgage lender. If your property lawyer isn't accepted on your mortgage provider's panel, it could take weeks longer to buy your house.
Our chosen panel solicitors have established relationships with the majority of banks and building societies, such as Nationwide, NRAM and Leeds Building Society - ensuring your transaction will complete without delay.
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When purchasing a flat or house in a Huntingdon conservation area, your conveyancing solicitor will check for potential planning breaches, which could include lack of consent for roof lights, and inheritance of prior approvals. Conservation areas in Huntingdon and across the Huntingdonshire local authority include Buckden, Hemingfords, Catworth and Huntingdon.Buying a flat or house in a conservation area
New Build
The conveyancing for acquiring a new build home in Huntingdon can be more complex than that required to purchase a pre-owned property.
A conveyancer in Huntingdon will need to be qualified to handle things like dealing with lender conditions, working to builders' exchange timelines and checking new build warranties with warranty providers, including NHBC Buildmark, Advantage HCI and Ark Residential.
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Leasehold flats
Buying a leasehold flat in the UK can be very involved. The many potential problems lying in wait for the unsuspecting buyer can include legally technical issues like costly and undisclosed major works and leases with fewer than 80 years to run.
A leasehold solicitor will look into all potential issues with the lease and report back to you.
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Selling a house or flat in Huntingdon
When selling a house or flat in Huntingdon, your lawyer will prepare the necessary documentation - such as ID forms and the contract of sale.
The conveyancer will sort out potential snags, advise on enquiries sent by the buyer's conveyancer and handle the mortgage redemption. Your solicitor will coordinate with all parties, including agents, managing agents and lenders, confirming that the transfer of ownership is completed without incident.
I am selling a leasehold property in Huntingdon - what do I need to know?
The conveyancing process for a leasehold flat or house is a great deal more complex than for a freehold house.
The complex nature of leasehold property means that conveyancing solicitors in Huntingdon must carry out additional work, such as collating the latest service charge and ground rent statement, through to a copy of the insurance policy.
To reduce leasehold-related delays, It is strongly advised that you instruct a solicitor as early as possible.
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgaging
The Bank of England's current base rate is 5.25% (17 January, 2025)
Double check your conveyancer is on your lender's panel before you instruct.
Quittance panel solicitors can work with 99% of all lenders. Whether you are changing to a 25-year mortgage with Yorkshire Building Society or taking out a 3-year tracker rate from Darlington Building Society, we can help your remortgage complete quickly.
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Transferring Equity in Huntingdon
Whether you are tax planning for the future, adding a new partner to your property's title or gifting a share of a property, a transfer of equity is required.
Your lawyer will complete all the necessary paperwork for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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How much do conveyancing solicitors fees cost in Huntingdon?
What is and is not included in an online conveyancing quote isn't always clear at first glance.
Conveyancing legal fees
These fees are what your conveyancer charges you for the work they carry out during your transaction. The quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) that you pay when the property transaction is complete.
Disbursements
A disbursement is a cost that your conveyancer must pay to a third party for a tax or additional service. Third-party disbursements include Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), HM Land Registry fees and property searches.
Check what's included in your quote
Beware of hidden fees or extra charges, if you are comparing conveyancing quotes. Some solicitors' quotes list extra charges in their terms and conditions. This can lead to an inflated final bill.
