Conveyancing in Saltdean
Conveyancing describes the work a solicitor does to transfer the legal title of a property from a seller to a buyer. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Saltdean, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have years of experience helping homemovers in Saltdean and throughout Brighton and Hove 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: Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings and Hove
Buying property in Saltdean
A coastal village in East Sussex, Saltdean is known for its Art Deco Lido, close proximity to Brighton, and its scenic coastal views. The village has a population of around 12,000.
Council Tax in Saltdean (2023/24)
Saltdean is in Brighton and Hove City Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,485.89 |
| B | £1,733.53 |
| C | £1,981.18 |
| D | £2,228.83 |
| E | £2,724.13 |
| F | £3,219.42 |
| G | £3,714.72 |
| H | £4,457.66 |
What do conveyancing solicitors do?
The conveyancer oversees all post-offer aspects of purchasing a house or flat.
The solicitor will carry out comprehensive due diligence, like applying for searches from local authorities (e.g. Brighton & Hove UA), raising enquires of the seller and registering you as the new owner at HMLR.
In addition to standard searches, Saltdean conveyancing solicitors may also carry out flood risk checks and conservation area restrictions.
Purchasing with a mortgage?
When you purchase a property, your solicitor also needs to carry out some legal work for the lender.
Panel approval will mean your solicitor can represent the interests of your chosen lender.
Over 100 banks and specialist lenders have approved our chosen partner solicitors, so we can help you complete your Saltdean transaction without delay.
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When you buy a flat or house in a conservation area, your solicitor or licensed conveyancer will need to check for potential planning issues, which could include an unapproved loft conversion, and visible satellite dishes and antennas. Conservation areas in Saltdean and the Brighton and Hove local authority include Montpelier and Clifton Hill, Patcham, The Drive and Woodland Drive.Conservation area
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Selling property in Saltdean
As part of the property selling process in Saltdean, your conveyancing solicitor will prepare vital paperwork, including assorted property information forms and the contract of sale.
The role of a conveyancer acting for the seller includes responding to the buyer's solicitor's enquiries, dealing with complications like lack of conservation area consent and redeeming the mortgage.To ensure the transaction is straightforward, your conveyancing solicitor will communicate effectively with all parties, such as estate agents and banks or building societies.
What do I need to know if selling a leasehold property in Saltdean?
The legal work for a leasehold flat or house is quite a lot more involved than for a more straightforward freehold house.
The complex nature of leasehold property means that conveyancing solicitors in Saltdean must carry out additional legal work, such as sourcing all relevant freeholder information, through to a copy of the insurance policy schedule.
So as to resolve any leasehold-related issues sooner, It is strongly advised that the seller instruct a lawyer as soon as the property is marketed, if not before.
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Remortgage in Saltdean
The Bank of England's current base rate is 4.5% (20 June, 2025)
Before you appoint a solicitor, your solicitor needs to be able to act on your lender's behalf.
Quittance panel solicitors can act for over 100 mortgage lenders. Whether you are changing to a 5-year fixed rate with Metro Bank or taking out a first time buyer mortgage from Atom Bank, we can help take care of the legal side.
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Saltdean Transfer of equity
Whether you are dealing with inheritance tax planning, adding your spouse to the deeds or gifting a home, a transfer of equity is required. Your solicitor will quickly and efficiently complete the legal work for a fixed fee.
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How much does conveyancing cost in Saltdean?
Solicitors' fees
These fees are what your conveyancer charges you for the work they carry out on your behalf. The conveyancing quote will detail the fees for the legal work, including VAT, to be paid when the conveyancing transaction completes.
Disbursements
Your conveyancing quote should also itemise required third-party costs, or disbursements, such as Stamp Duty and property searches.
Read the terms and conditions
Some solicitors' quotes include additional fees in the small print, leading to an inflated final bill. Beware of hidden fees or extra charges, if you are comparing conveyancing quotes.
