Conveyancing in Lymington
Conveyancing is the legal process a solicitor follows to ensures the proper transfer of property from one owner to another. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Lymington, you're in the right place. Get a fast & proactive solicitor from a nationwide panel of conveyancing experts.
We have helped Lymington and New Forest 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: Eastleigh, Gosport, Portsmouth and Southampton
Buying property in Lymington
A port town in Hampshire, Lymington is known for its beautiful marinas, Georgian architecture, and the nearby New Forest. Lymington has two railway stations, providing links to Southampton and Bournemouth. Lymington has a population of approximately 15,000.
Council Tax in Lymington (2023/24)
Lymington is in New Forest District Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,393.71 |
| B | £1,625.99 |
| C | £1,858.27 |
| D | £2,090.56 |
| E | £2,555.13 |
| F | £3,019.70 |
| G | £3,484.27 |
| H | £4,181.12 |
What do Lymington conveyancing solicitors do?
The conveyancer plays an essential role during a property purchase.
Your solicitor will raise enquires of the seller's solicitor, order searches, review contracts and ensure that post-purchase requirements, including paying Stamp Duty, are completed.
In addition to standard searches, Lymington conveyancing solicitors could also undertake flood risk searches.
Purchasing a property with a mortgage?
As part of the conveyancing process, your solicitor also has to handle legal due diligence on behalf of your lender.
If your conveyancing solicitor isn't accepted on your lender's panel, it could take weeks longer to buy your house.
More than 100 banks and specialist lenders have approved our chosen panel lawyers. We can help you complete your Lymington transaction without delay.
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We can also help home buyers in Lymington with the legal work for:
When buying a property in a conservation area, your solicitor will check for restrictive covenants, including easements, and street appearance restrictions. Conservation areas in Lymington and the New Forest local authority include:Conservation area
New Build Conveyancing
The conveyancing process for buying a new build property in Lymington can be complicated compared to other types of conveyancing.
A solicitor in Lymington must be able to deal with things like investigating developer incentives, dealing with incomplete service connection agreements and registering ownership with warranty providers, including NHBC, Advantage and Global Home Warranties.
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Selling a property in Lymington
When you're looking to sell a house or flat in Lymington, you can expect your conveyancer to first prepare the necessary documentation, including the sale contract and the TA6 and TA10 property information forms.
Duties include resolving any potential issues and answering enquiries from the buyer's solicitor.
Your lawyer will coordinate with all parties, like agents, lenders and landlords, confirming that the sale completes without a hitch.Does the conveyancing for selling leasehold take longer?
Yes, that's correct, it can take much longer to conduct the conveyancing to sell a leasehold home, compared to freehold conveyancing.
The solicitor acting for the buyer will need to review this leasehold-related paperwork, including a copy of the freehold property's buildings insurance. Typically, delays are due to the time required by the seller's conveyancer to get these documents together.
It can take weeks to collect this information if it is difficult to contact the managing agent or landlord, so your lawyer ought to start this process even before a sale has been agreed.
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Selling a leasehold flat? What to do before going on the market
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Remortgaging
The base interest rate is 4.5% (8 July, 2025)
You should always check your solicitor's lender panel status before you instruct your solicitor.
We work with solicitors who are on the legal panels of over 100 lenders. Whether you are changing to an offset mortgage with Yorkshire Building Society or taking out a 3-year tracker rate from Cynergy Bank, our experienced conveyancing team can guide you through the remortgage process.
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Transfer of equity
Whether you are inheritance tax (IHT) planning, adding a new partner or transferring the ownership of a property to your children, a transfer of equity is required.
Your lawyer will deal with the legal work for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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How much does conveyancing cost in Lymington?
On a conveyancing quote, the various costs or charges can be split into two types:
Solicitors' fees
Your conveyancing solicitor's quote will detail the fees for the legal work, including VAT, that you pay when the property transaction is complete. These fees are what your conveyancing solicitor charges you for the legal work that they complete on your behalf.
Conveyancing disbursements
Disbursements are fees that your conveyancing solicitor will have to pay on your behalf for third-party services. Third-party disbursements include Stamp Duty, property searches and TT fees.
Check the terms and conditions
Beware of hidden fees or extra charges, when comparing quotes. Some firms include additional fees in their terms and conditions. This can mean an inflated final bill.
