Conveyancing in Nantwich
Conveyancing is defined as the work a solicitor or licenced conveyancer does to transfer a property from one party to another. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Nantwich, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have helped Nantwich and Cheshire East 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: Chester, Runcorn, Warrington and Widnes
Buying property in Nantwich
A market town in Cheshire, Nantwich is known for its historic buildings like the Nantwich Museum, outdoor market, and its annual jazz festival. It has a railway station, providing links to Crewe and Shrewsbury. The town has a population of approximately 17,000.
Council Tax in Nantwich (2023/24)
Nantwich is in Cheshire East Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,406.01 |
| B | £1,640.35 |
| C | £1,874.68 |
| D | £2,109.02 |
| E | £2,577.69 |
| F | £3,046.36 |
| G | £3,515.03 |
| H | £4,218.04 |
What do Nantwich conveyancing solicitors do?
Your solicitor will address all the legal details of buying a property.
They will order property searches, raise questions for the seller's solicitor, review the lease (if applicable), and handle post-completion tasks, such as HMLR registration.
Nantwich conveyancing solicitors could also undertake searches to assess flood risk, subsidence and mining-related risks.
Are you purchasing a property with a mortgage?
When you buy a house, your solicitor also needs to carry out some legal work for the bank arranging your mortgage.
Acceptance on a lender's panel means your solicitor can act on behalf of your mortgage provider.
Our chosen panel lawyers have established relationships with the majority of banks and specialist lenders, helping to ensure your transaction completes faster.
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When buying a flat or house in a Nantwich conservation area, your conveyancing solicitor will check for restrictions on how you can use the flat or house, including area consents, and heritage access. Conservation areas in Nantwich and across the Cheshire East local authority include:Conservation areas
There exist around 500,000 listed buildings in England and Wales, and around 2,770 of which are in Cheshire East Council. Listed buildings in and around Nantwich include: There are many additional things to consider when buying a listed building. Examples of the obligations placed upon listed building owners include regular upkeep, and consent for additions like solar panels. Our expert solicitor panel will clarify the legal duties your ownership will impose. Read more:Listed buildings
Leasehold property
Buying a leasehold flat in the UK can be complex. The numerous common problems lying in wait for the unsuspecting purchaser can include legally technical issues like and onerous covenants.
Your conveyancing solicitor will look into all potential issues with the lease and report back to you.
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What you need to know about buying a leasehold property
Should I be wary of buying a leasehold house?
Should I buy a property with a short lease?
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Selling a property in Nantwich
When selling a home in Nantwich, your conveyancer will prepare vital paperwork, including the various property information forms and the title deeds. They will address potential issues and reply to the buyer's solicitor's inquiries.
Your solicitor will coordinate with both sides, like agents, lenders and landlords, to help ensure the home move completes as soon as possible.
Does it take longer to sell a leasehold property?
Yes. Sale conveyancing for a leasehold home usually takes longer.
The buyer's solicitor will need to review this leasehold-related paperwork. These could include a current statement of service charges and management company information. Typically, delays are due to the time required by the solicitor to source this information.
Your solicitor should start this process as soon as possible, because these details can take weeks to collect if the managing agent is slow or difficult to contact.
Read more:
Selling a leasehold flat? What to do before going on the market
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgaging
The official base rate is 5.25% (9 December, 2024)
Before you instruct a remortgage solicitor, you should confirm that your conveyancer is able to act for your lender.
Quittance panel solicitors are on the panels of all major mortgage lenders, so whether you are switching to a fixed rate mortgage from National Westminster Bank or taking out a lifetime mortgage from Bluestone, we can help your remortgage complete quickly.
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Transferring Equity
If you are intending to change the ownership shares of a property, whether you are buying out an ex-partner after a separation, transferring the ownership of your property to a child or inheritance tax planning, you will need to transfer equity. Your legal representative will quickly and efficiently complete the legal work for a low, fixed fee.
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How much should I budget for conveyancing in Nantwich?
It only takes a minute to get a conveyancing quote online, but knowing what's actually included can be complex.
Solicitors' fees
Your solicitor's quote should clearly detail the legal fees, including VAT, that you pay when the property transaction is complete. These fees are what your solicitor charges you for the work they carry out.
Conveyancing disbursements
A disbursement is a cost that your solicitor must pay to a third party for a tax or additional service. Third-party disbursements include Stamp Duty, property searches and an indemnity policy.
Are the conveyancing fees fixed?
Watch out for additional charges, if you are comparing conveyancing quotes. Some solicitors' quotes include additional fees in their terms and conditions, leading to a higher-than-expected final bill.
