Conveyancing in Malmesbury
Conveyancing refers to the legal process carried out by a property lawyer when transferring ownership of a property from the seller to the buyer. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Malmesbury, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have helped clients in Malmesbury and throughout Wiltshire with buying, selling, buy-to-let, Help to Buy, Right to Buy, shared ownership, new build, leasehold, lease extensions, remortgage and transfer of equity.
Buying property in Malmesbury
A market town in Wiltshire, Malmesbury is known for its Malmesbury Abbey, Abbey House Gardens, and the nearby Cotswolds. Malmesbury is well-served by bus routes to Swindon. Malmesbury has a population of approximately 5,000.
Council Tax in Malmesbury (2023/24)
Malmesbury is in Wiltshire Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,477.53 |
| B | £1,723.78 |
| C | £1,970.03 |
| D | £2,216.29 |
| E | £2,708.80 |
| F | £3,201.31 |
| G | £3,693.82 |
| H | £4,432.58 |
What do Malmesbury conveyancing solicitors do?
Your conveyancer oversees all post-offer aspects of purchasing a house or flat.
Your solicitor will raise enquires of the seller's solicitor, order searches, review contracts and ensure that post-purchase requirements, including HMLR registration and paying Stamp Duty Land Tax, are completed.
Malmesbury conveyancing solicitors could also undertake checks associated with military or air rights, as the county is home to military bases and restricted airspace.
Purchasing with a mortgage?
When you purchase a property, your solicitor must also handle some legal work for the bank or building society. If your conveyancing solicitor isn't accepted on your bank's panel, it may take weeks longer to purchase your property.
More than 100 banks and specialist lenders have approved our chosen panel lawyers. We can help you complete your Malmesbury transaction smoothly.
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We have also helped home buyers in Malmesbury with the legal work for:
When you buy a home in a conservation area, your solicitor will check for potential planning breaches, which could include visible satellite dishes and antennas or new boundaries, fences and railings. Conservation areas in Malmesbury and the Wiltshire local authority include:Conservation area
Leasehold property
is significantly more complex than buying a freehold property. The numerous common problems awaiting the unsuspecting buyer can include legally technical issues like and onerous clauses in the lease.
A leasehold solicitor will look into all potential issues with the lease and report back to you.
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Selling property in Malmesbury
When selling a Malmesbury home, your lawyer will compile key documents, such as the title deeds and the TA6 and TA10 property information forms, and help you fill out this paperwork.
The solicitor's role involves responding to enquiries from the buyer's solicitor, dealing with complications like a missing electrical installation certificate and redeeming the mortgage.
To ensure a smooth transfer, your solicitor will communicate effectively with all parties, such as agents, lenders and landlords.
What do I need to know if selling a leasehold property in Malmesbury?
The conveyancing process for a leasehold flat is significantly more time-consuming than for a freehold house.
The complex nature of leasehold property means that conveyancing solicitors in Malmesbury must carry out extra work, including obtaining the latest service charge and ground rent statement, through to ascertaining if a license to assign is required.
So as to resolve any leasehold-related delays sooner, It is strongly advised that the seller instruct a property lawyer as soon as is practicable.
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Remortgage conveyancing
The base interest rate is 4.5% (30 April, 2025)
You will need to verify the solicitor you have selected is on your mortgage lender's panel before you instruct your solicitor.
Our remortgage panel solicitors are panel members for all major building societies and banks. Whether you are switching to a discount mortgage from NatWest or moving to a buy to let mortgage with Atom Bank, we can help you.
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Transferring Equity in Malmesbury
If you aim to restructure the ownership of a property, whether you are dealing with inheritance tax planning, buying out an ex-spouse after a divorce or giving a property to a family member, a transfer of equity is required.
Your conveyancer will handle all the required documentation and register the new interest at HM Land Registry for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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Conveyancing costs in Malmesbury: What to expect
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 conveyancing solicitor charges you for the legal work that they complete during your property transaction. Your conveyancing solicitor's quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) to be paid when the conveyancing transaction completes.
Disbursements
Your quote should also list any disbursements, which are costs paid to third parties on your behalf, such as Local authority searches, Stamp Duty or a verification of identity fee.
Check the terms and conditions
Some firms include extra costs in their terms and conditions. This can mean a total cost that's much higher than the initial quote. Double-check for additional fees or charges, when you compare conveyancing quotes.
