Conveyancing in Lichfield
Handling the legal aspects of a property transaction, including registering the transfer of ownership, is referred to as conveyancing. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Lichfield, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have years of experience helping homemovers in Lichfield and throughout South Staffordshire 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: Burntwood, Cannock, Stoke On Trent and Walsall
Buying property in Lichfield
A city in Staffordshire, Lichfield is known for its Lichfield Cathedral, Beacon Park, and the nearby National Memorial Arboretum. Lichfield has two railway stations, providing links to Birmingham and Burton upon Trent. Lichfield has a population of approximately 32,000.
Council Tax in Lichfield (2023/24)
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,371.84 |
| B | £1,600.48 |
| C | £1,829.12 |
| D | £2,057.76 |
| E | £2,515.04 |
| F | £2,972.32 |
| G | £3,429.60 |
| H | £4,115.52 |
What do Lichfield conveyancing solicitors do?
Your property lawyer plays a pivotal role in a property purchase. Your lawyer will raise enquires of the seller, order searches, review contracts and handle post-completion tasks, including registering the property ownership with the Land Registry and paying Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Lichfield conveyancing solicitors may also carry out coal mining searches, due to the area's mining history.
Buying a property with a mortgage?
Whether you are buying a new build property or purchasing a holiday let, your solicitor must also complete legal work for your mortgage lender.
Your transaction could take significantly longer to complete if your lawyer is not on your mortgage provider's panel.
Over 100 lenders have approved our chosen panel lawyers, so we can help you complete your Lichfield transaction smoothly.
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We can assist Lichfield buyers with the legal work for:
When purchasing a flat or house in a conservation area, your solicitor will check for covenants and restrictions, including noise level restrictions, and access rights. Conservation areas in Lichfield and across the South Staffordshire local authority include:Conservation areas
Approximately half a million listed properties exist in England and Wales, and around 5,370 of which are in Staffordshire County Council. Lichfield listed buildings and properties include: Listed buildings come with complex rules that the owner must adhere to. Our experienced panel of solicitors will offer guidance on what duties your ownership will impose. Examples include use of traditional methods and materials for maintenance, consent for any alterations that might change the character of the property and an obligation to preserve or restore original windows and doors. Read more:Listed buildings
Leasehold property
Almost all flats are leasehold. Leasehold houses are less common, but there are still an estimated 1 million such properties across the country. The legal work for a leasehold flat typically takes longer than freehold property because leasehold transactions involve more work and more technical complexity exists.
Delays in leasehold transactions could include anything from an unreachable freeholder to missing leasehold documents.
Expert leasehold solicitors look after hundreds of leasehold clients every month, and our proactive approach can mean faster conveyancing.
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Selling a property in Lichfield
When selling a property in Lichfield, your lawyer will prepare vital paperwork, including the draft contract and the TA6 and TA10 property information forms. The conveyancer will sort out potential snags and respond to inquiries from the buyer's solicitor.
Your solicitor will liaise with key parties, like agents, managing agents and lenders, to help ensure the move completes without a hitch.
What do I need to know if selling a leasehold property in Lichfield?
The conveyancing process for a leasehold flat or house is quite a lot more complex compared to a freehold house.
The complex nature of leasehold property means that conveyancing solicitors in Lichfield must undertake additional legal work, including requesting all relevant freeholder information, through to looking into potential forfeiture proceedings.
So as to resolve any leasehold-related problems sooner, It is recommended that the seller instruct a Lichfield conveyancing solicitor as early as possible.
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Remortgage conveyancing
The current Bank of England base rate is 5.25% (7 December, 2024)
You will need to check the remortgage solicitor you have chosen is on your mortgage lender's panel before you instruct your solicitor.
We work with remortgage solicitors who are approved members of the majority of lenders. Whether you are changing to a fixed rate mortgage with Leeds Building Society or moving to a first time buyer mortgage with Darlington Building Society, we can help take care of the legal side.
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Transferring Equity in Lichfield
Whether you are transferring the ownership of a property to your children, adding a new partner or dealing with inheritance tax planning, you will need a solicitor who specialises in transfers of equity. Your conveyancer will complete the process for a fixed fee.
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How much are solicitors' conveyancing fees in Lichfield?
Getting an online quote for conveyancing takes moments - but understanding what is and isn't included in the quote can be challenging.
Conveyancing solicitors fees
These legal fees are paid to your conveyancer for the work they complete during your property transaction. Your solicitor's quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) that you'll pay when your transaction completes.
Disbursements (third party costs)
The quote will include necessary third-party costs, called disbursements, including Stamp Duty and Land Registry fees.
Is it a fixed fee quote?
Some solicitors' quotes include extra costs in the small print, resulting in a final bill that is higher than the original quote. Double-check for additional fees or charges, when comparing quotes.
