Conveyancing in Keynsham
Conveyancing is the legal process involved when ownership of a property is transferred from the seller to the buyer. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Keynsham, you're in the right place. Get a fast & proactive solicitor from a nationwide panel of conveyancing experts.
We have helped Keynsham and Bath & North East Somerset clients 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: Bath and Weston Super Mare
Buying property in Keynsham
A town in Somerset, Keynsham is known for its Memorial Park, Fry's Chocolate Factory, and the nearby River Avon. Keynsham has a railway station, providing links to Bristol and Bath. Keynsham has a population of approximately 16,000.
Council Tax in Keynsham (2023/24)
Keynsham is in Bath & North East Somerset Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,368.06 |
| B | £1,596.07 |
| C | £1,824.08 |
| D | £2,052.09 |
| E | £2,508.11 |
| F | £2,964.13 |
| G | £3,420.15 |
| H | £4,104.18 |
What does a Keynsham property lawyer do?
For the purchase of a house or flat, a property lawyer will take care of the technical side of a home purchase. Your lawyer will order searches, raise questions for the seller's solicitor, review contracts and handle post-completion tasks, such as registering the property ownership with the Land Registry and paying SDLT.
Keynsham conveyancing solicitors may carry out a flood risk assessment.
Are you funding your home purchase with a mortgage?
When you buy a house, your solicitor must also handle some legal work for the bank.
If your lawyer is not on your mortgage provider's panel, your purchase could take weeks longer and incur more costs.
Over 100 mortgage lenders have approved our chosen panel solicitors, so we can help you complete your Keynsham transaction smoothly.
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When purchasing a property in a Keynsham conservation area, your lawyer will check for potential planning breaches, including missing consents for basement work or paint and colour scheme restrictions. Conservation areas in Keynsham and the Bath and North East Somerset local authority include:Conservation area
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Selling a property in Keynsham
As part of the property selling process in Keynsham, your lawyer will compile key documents, including title deeds and ID forms.
The conveyancer's duties entail answering the buyer's solicitor's enquiries, resolving any potential issues and redeeming the mortgage. In order to facilitate a faster completion, your conveyancer will coordinate with all parties, such as estate agents and banks or building societies.Does the conveyancing for selling leasehold take longer?
Yes. Sale conveyancing for a leasehold house or flat usually takes longer.
The buyer's solicitor will want to see this leasehold-related paperwork, like a copy of the freehold property's buildings insurance and an up-to-date statement of service charges. The time it takes your lawyer to source this information is the common cause of such delays.
It can take weeks to collect this information if it is difficult to contact the managing agent, so your conveyancing solicitor should commence this at the earliest opportunity.
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Selling a leasehold flat? What to do before going on the market
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Remortgaging
The official base rate is 5.25% (12 October, 2024)
It's a good idea to verify your lawyer's lender panel status before you instruct.
We work with solicitors who are members of all major lenders' panels. Whether you are changing to a discount mortgage with Leeds Building Society or moving to a variable rate mortgage with Harpenden Building Society, we can help you.
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Transferring Equity
Whether you are buying out an ex-partner after a separation, dealing with inheritance tax planning or giving a property to a family member, you'll need to carry out a transfer of equity. Your conveyancer will complete the legal work for a fixed fee.
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How much are conveyancing fees in Keynsham?
Solicitors' fees
Conveyancing fees are paid to your solicitor or conveyancer for the legal services they provide for you. The conveyancing quote will detail the fees for the legal work, including VAT, that you pay when the property transaction is complete.
Disbursements
Disbursements are additional costs on top of your solicitor or conveyancer's fees for third-party costs incurred on your behalf. Third-party disbursements include Stamp Duty and Land Registry fees.
Check for hidden costs
Some solicitors' quotes include additional fees in their terms and conditions. This can lead to a higher final bill. If you are comparing conveyancing quotes, beware of hidden charges not mentioned in the initial conveyancing quote.
