Conveyancing in South Ockendon
Conveyancing is the legal transfer of a property from a seller to a buyer. handled by a solicitor or licenced conveyancer. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in South Ockendon, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have helped South Ockendon and Thurrock 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: Basildon, Chelmsford and Southend On Sea
Buying property in South Ockendon
Located in the borough of Thurrock in Essex, South Ockendon is a town known for its sense of community and range of amenities. With several local shops, a leisure centre, and Belhus Woods Country Park nearby, there is a balance of convenience and natural beauty.
South Ockendon benefits from a train station providing services to London, making it an attractive place for commuters. It also has easy access to the M25 for travelling further afield. The town has a population of approximately 20,000.
Council Tax in South Ockendon (2023/24)
South Ockendon is in Thurrock Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,265.94 |
| B | £1,476.93 |
| C | £1,687.92 |
| D | £1,898.91 |
| E | £2,320.89 |
| F | £2,742.87 |
| G | £3,164.85 |
| H | £3,797.82 |
What do conveyancing solicitors do?
A conveyancer plays a pivotal role in a property purchase, and assists you with the legal aspect of the transaction.
Your solicitor will raise enquires of the seller, order property searches, review the contract of sale and complete any post-sale actions, like registering the property ownership with the Land Registry and paying SDLT.
South Ockendon conveyancing solicitors may undertake flood risk assessments due to large low-lying areas, and potential for London's green belt issues.
Buying a home with a mortgage?
If you are getting a mortgage, your solicitor will also need to act for the bank.
If your property lawyer isn't accepted on your mortgage provider's panel, it could take weeks longer to buy your house.
Our chosen partner solicitors have established relationships with the majority of mortgage lenders, so you can complete your purchase without delay.
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We can assist home buyers in South Ockendon with the conveyancing for:
When you buy a flat or house in a conservation area, your conveyancer will need to check for restrictive covenants, including local byelaws or rubbish disposal issues. Conservation areas in South Ockendon and across the Thurrock local authority include:Buying in a conservation area
Around half a million listed properties exist across the country, and around 260 of which are in Thurrock Council. Listed buildings in and near to South Ockendon include: Buying and owning a listed building can be a lot more complicated. Our expert solicitor panel will clarify the additional legal obligations your planned listed building purchase will entail. Examples include maintenance of historic features, consent for additions like solar panels and a duty to report finds or discoveries on the property. Read more:Listed buildings
New Build Conveyancing
The conveyancing for acquiring a new build in South Ockendon is often more complex than other types of conveyancing.
An experienced solicitor in South Ockendon will need to be qualified to handle things like investigating developer incentives, confirming building regulation compliance and checking new build warranties with warranty providers, including NHBC, Advantage HCI and AHCI.
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Selling property in South Ockendon
For the sale of a South Ockendon home, your conveyancing solicitor will prepare the necessary documentation, including property information forms and the title deeds.
The solicitor will address potential issues, handle questions from the buyer's side and handle the mortgage redemption.Your solicitor will work with both sides, like agents, managing agents and lenders, so the transfer of ownership completes without a hitch.
Is there anything to be aware of if selling a leasehold property in South Ockendon?
Conveyancing for a leasehold flat is significantly more difficult than it is for a freehold home.
The complex nature of leasehold property means that conveyancing solicitors in South Ockendon will need to conduct additional tasks, and this could include requesting all relevant freeholder information, through to a copy of the insurance policy schedule.
To help mitigate the delays involved in selling a leasehold house or flat, It is strongly advised that the vendor contact a solicitor as soon as an estate agent is chosen.
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Remortgaging a property in South Ockendon
The current Bank of England base rate is 5.25% (12 October, 2024)
You will need to check the solicitor that you want to carry out the legal work for your remortgage is on your mortgage lender's legal panel before you instruct your solicitor.
Our partner panel solicitors can work with 99% of all banks and building societies. Whether you are switching to a discount mortgage from Bank of Ireland or moving to a guarantor mortgage with Hinckley and Rugby Building Society, we can help.
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South Ockendon Transfer of equity
Whether you are buying out a co-owner, inheritance tax (IHT) planning or giving a property to a family member, you'll need the help of a solicitor to carry out a transfer of equity.
Your conveyancer will deal with the legal work for a low, fixed fee.
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How much does conveyancing cost in South Ockendon?
When you are comparing quotes, it isn't always easy to be certain you are comparing like to like.
Legal fees
The conveyancing quote should clearly detail the legal fees, including VAT, that you'll pay when your transaction completes. These fees are what your conveyancer charges you for the work they carry out on your behalf.
Disbursements (third party costs)
Your conveyancing quote should also itemise required third-party costs, or disbursements, including Stamp Duty, property searches and a bank transfer fee.
Are the conveyancing fees fixed?
Some firms list extra charges in their terms and conditions, leading to a total cost that's much higher than the initial quote. Double-check for additional fees or charges, when comparing quotes.
