Conveyancing in South London
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring ownership of property from one person to another, including the preparation and execution of the legal documents, and the registration of the new ownership. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in South London, you're in the right place. Get a fast & proactive solicitor from a nationwide panel of conveyancing experts.
We have helped clients in South London and throughout London 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 South London
South London is known for its cultural diversity, historical landmarks, and vibrant nightlife. It is home to areas like Brixton, famous for its market, Clapham with its expansive common, and Croydon, known for its shopping centres. The South Bank area boasts attractions like the London Eye and Tate Modern.
Well-served by public transport including buses, trains, and the Underground, South London offers quick access to Central London. With a mix of urban living and green spaces, it provides a balanced lifestyle. South London is estimated to have a population of over 2.8 million.
Council Tax in South London (2023/24)
South London is in City of Westminster Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £609.19 |
| B | £710.72 |
| C | £812.25 |
| D | £913.78 |
| E | £1,116.84 |
| F | £1,319.90 |
| G | £1,522.97 |
| H | £1,827.56 |
What does a South London property lawyer do?
During the home purchase, a conveyancing solicitor will take care of the technical side of a home purchase. Your lawyer will raise enquires of the seller, order searches, review the lease (if applicable) and take care of tasks after the sale, like registering the property ownership with the Land Registry.
South London conveyancing solicitors may also carry out checks for leasehold complexities, including short and defective leases.
Buying a home with a mortgage?
If you are buying with a mortgage, your solicitor will investigate the property to verify that the property is worth the loan that the bank will provide.
If your conveyancer is not on your mortgage provider's panel, your purchase could take weeks longer and cost more.Our chosen panel lawyers have established relationships with the majority of building societies, banks and lenders, ensuring your transaction will complete without delay.
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When purchasing a flat or house in a South London conservation area, your lawyer will check for potential planning issues, including lack of consent for demolished outbuildings or walls, and roof alterations. Conservation areas in South London and the London local authority include:Conservation area
Shared ownership (sometimes referred to as shared equity) refers to acquiring a share in a property from a registered provider of social housing. Shared ownership conveyancing is more complex, as all properties are leasehold and mortgage lenders' apply stricter criteria. With years of experience, Quittance's panel of expert solicitors will assist you with every step of the process.Shared Ownership
New Build
The conveyancing for buying a new build property in South London is more complicated than buying an existing property.
A good solicitor in South London must be able to deal with things like investigating developer incentives, investigating road and drainage issues and working with warranty providers, including NHBC, Advantage and Ark Residential.
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Buying a leasehold property
Buying a leasehold house or flat in the UK can be complex. The many potential complications awaiting an uninformed buyer can include legally technical issues like incomplete management company accounts and freeholds sold without first refusal to leaseholders.
Your conveyancing solicitor will look into all potential issues with the lease and report back to you.
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Selling property in South London
When you begin the process to sell a home in South London, the solicitor will first prepare vital paperwork, including the contract of sale and ID forms, and help you complete these forms.
A seller's solicitor's duties include addressing snags like a dispute with a neighbour, answering the buyer's solicitor's questions and redeeming the mortgage. The solicitor will communicate effectively with the other parties, like estate agents, landlords and lenders, to help ensure the property sale completes as soon as possible.Is there anything to be aware of if selling a leasehold property in South London?
The conveyancing process for a leasehold flat (houses are rarely leasehold) is much more difficult compared to a freehold house.
The complexities of leasehold mean conveyancing solicitors in South London will usually undertake extra work, for example obtaining the latest service charge and ground rent statement, through to ensuring that leasehold forms are completed.
So as to resolve any leasehold-related problems sooner, It is highly recommended that the seller instruct a solicitor as soon as is practicable.
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgaging
The base interest rate is 4.5% (28 April, 2025)
Before you appoint a solicitor, you should confirm that your conveyancing solicitor is able to act for your bank or building society.
Quittance panel solicitors are panel members for all major building societies and banks. Whether you are changing to an equity release mortgage with Yorkshire Building Society or moving to a tracker mortgage with Hinckley and Rugby Building Society, our experienced conveyancing team can guide you through the remortgage process.
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Transferring Equity
Whether you are estate planning, adding your spouse to the deeds or gifting a property, you will need to work with a transfer of equity expert.
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 South London: What to expect
Conveyancing solicitors fees
Your 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 conveyancer charges you for the legal work that they complete.
Conveyancing disbursements
Disbursements are third-party expenses incurred during the purchase, sale or other conveyancing transaction. Third-party disbursements include Stamp Duty and property searches.
Read the terms and conditions
Some firms include extra costs in their terms and conditions, resulting in a higher-than-expected final bill. Make sure you question any charges not set out in your initial quote, when comparing quotes.
