Conveyancing in Maidenhead
Conveyancing is the legal process of buying and selling property, where a solicitor ensures that the transfer of ownership complies with legal requirements. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Maidenhead, 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 Maidenhead and throughout Royal of Windsor and Maidenhead 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.
Buying property in Maidenhead
A large market town in Berkshire, Maidenhead is known for its Maidenhead Riverside, Nicholson Shopping Centre, and the nearby Windsor Castle. Maidenhead has a railway station, providing links to Reading and London Paddington. Maidenhead has a population of approximately 73,000.
Council Tax in Maidenhead (2023/24)
Maidenhead is in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.
Band | Amount |
---|---|
A | £1,069.23 |
B | £1,247.43 |
C | £1,425.63 |
D | £1,603.84 |
E | £1,960.25 |
F | £2,316.66 |
G | £2,673.07 |
H | £3,207.68 |
What do Maidenhead conveyancing solicitors do?
A conveyancer helps you with the legal aspect of buying a home. This means performing due diligence on the property, such as raising questions about how the seller has used the property, arranging searches from entities including Windsor & Maidenhead UA and handling the transfer of funds.
In addition to standard searches, Maidenhead conveyancing solicitors may carry out high value properties and issues related to green belt land.
Purchasing a property with a mortgage?
When buying with the help of a mortgage, it is normal for your solicitor to also act for the mortgage lender.
If your solicitor is not on your chosen lender's panel, your purchase could take weeks longer and cost more.
Our chosen panel solicitors have established relationships with the majority of banks and specialist lenders, so you can complete your purchase without delay.
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We can help Maidenhead buyers with conveyancing for:
There are around half a million listed properties across the country - around 990 of which are in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. Maidenhead listed buildings and properties include: Buying and owning a listed building is not for the faint-hearted. Our expert conveyancing solicitor panel will clarify the additional legal obligations your planned listed building purchase will entail. Examples include consent for any alterations that might change the character of the property, and a requirement to use original or historically appropriate materials. Read more:Listed buildings
New Build
The conveyancing for acquiring a new build home in Maidenhead can be complex.
A property lawyer in Maidenhead must be able to deal with things like checking new build mortgage procedures are followed, administering Help to Buy purchases and registering ownership with warranty providers such as NHBC Buildmark, Advantage HCI and Aedis.
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Selling a house or flat in Maidenhead
When selling property in Maidenhead, your conveyancer will prepare the necessary documentation, including the contract of sale and property information forms, and help you fill out these forms.
They will reply to the buyer's solicitor's inquiries and address potential issues. To ensure a smooth transfer, your lawyer will communicate effectively with all parties, such as agents, managing agents and lenders.
I am selling a leasehold property in Maidenhead - what do I need to know?
The legal work for a leasehold flat or house is much more technical than it is for a freehold home.
The complexities of leasehold mean conveyancing solicitors in Maidenhead will usually undertake additional legal work. This can involve getting all relevant freeholder information, through to ensuring that leasehold forms are completed.
In order to resolve any leasehold problems faster, It is recommended that the seller instruct a conveyancer as soon as the decision is made to sell.
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgage in Maidenhead
Latest Bank of England base rate now at 4.5% (18 February, 2025)
Verify your chosen lender's legal panel includes your remortgage solicitor before you instruct.
Our partner panel solicitors can act for over 100 building societies and banks, so whether you are changing to an equity release mortgage with Yorkshire Building Society or taking out a shared ownership mortgage from Bradford and Bingley, our experienced conveyancing team can guide you through the remortgage process.
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Maidenhead Transfer of equity
If you need to reduce or increase your ownership share of a property, whether you are transferring the ownership of a property (in part or in full) to your children, inheritance tax planning or buying out an ex-partner after a separation, you'll need to carry out a transfer of equity.
Your solicitor can handle the legal work for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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How much do conveyancing solicitors fees cost in Maidenhead?
Conveyancing fees
Your solicitor's quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) that you pay when the property transaction is complete. These legal fees are paid to your lawyer for the legal work that they complete for you.
Disbursements
Disbursements are third-party expenses incurred during the purchase, sale or other conveyancing transaction. Third-party disbursements include Stamp Duty, property searches and an indemnity policy.
Check the quote for hidden costs
If you are comparing quotes, beware of hidden fees or extra charges. Some solicitors' quotes may set out extra costs in their terms and conditions. This can mean a total cost that's much higher than the initial quote.