Conveyancing in Southwick
The conveyancing process ensures the legal transfer of property from the seller to the buyer. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Southwick, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have years of experience helping homemovers in Southwick and throughout Adur 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: Bognor Regis, Crawley, Gatwick and Littlehampton
Buying property in Southwick
Southwick is a town in West Sussex, located between Brighton and Shoreham-by-Sea. Known for its friendly community and proximity to the coast, Southwick offers a tranquil yet accessible lifestyle. The town's amenities, such as Southwick Square, provide a range of shops, cafes, and services, while Southwick Green is a focal point for annual community events.
With Southwick train station providing connections to Brighton and Worthing, and road links via the A27, the town is well-connected for commuters. Southwick has a population of approximately 13,500.
Council Tax in Southwick (2023/24)
Southwick is in Adur District Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,478.26 |
| B | £1,724.63 |
| C | £1,971.01 |
| D | £2,217.39 |
| E | £2,710.14 |
| F | £3,202.90 |
| G | £3,695.65 |
| H | £4,434.78 |
What do conveyancing solicitors do?
For a property purchase, the conveyancing solicitor will handle the legal aspects of transferring ownership from the seller to the buyer.
Your solicitor will raise enquires of the seller, order property searches, review contracts and ensure that post-purchase requirements, including paying Stamp Duty Land Tax, are completed.
Southwick conveyancing solicitors may carry out searches for flood risk.
Buying a property with a mortgage?
Whether you are buying a second home or buying a residential property to live in, your solicitor must also complete legal work for the bank or building society that's giving you the mortgage.
If your conveyancing solicitor isn't accepted on your lender's panel, it may take many weeks longer to complete the purchase.
Over 100 banks and building societies have approved our chosen panel lawyers, so we can help you complete your Southwick transaction smoothly.
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Roughly half a million listed buildings exist in England and Wales, and around 130 of which are in Adur District Council. Southwick listed buildings and properties include: Buying and owning a listed building is not for the faint-hearted. Our specialist panel of solicitors will help you understand the commitments a listed building owner must make. Examples include use of traditional methods and materials for maintenance, and consent for any alterations that might change the character of the property. Read more:Listed buildings
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Selling property in Southwick
When selling a Southwick house or flat, your solicitor will assemble all essential documents, like the TA6 and TA10 property information forms and the contract of sale. The role of a conveyancer acting for the seller includes sorting out potential snags and answering the buyer's solicitor's questions.
Your solicitor will work with both sides, like agents, managing agents and lenders, to confirm that the transfer of ownership completes without delay.
Is there anything to be aware of if selling a leasehold property in Southwick?
The conveyancing process for a leasehold flat or house is a great deal more time-consuming than for a freehold house.
Leasehold complexity involves additional legal work on the part of conveyancing solicitors in Southwick. This can involve obtaining the latest service charge and ground rent statement, through to ascertaining if any excess payments are anticipated.
To help mitigate the delays involved in selling a leasehold house or flat, It is strongly advised that the seller instruct a Southwick conveyancing solicitor as soon as possible.
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgage conveyancing
The official base rate is 4.5% (24 May, 2025)
Before you instruct, check your chosen lender's legal panel includes your remortgage solicitor.
Our remortgage panel solicitors can work on behalf of almost all banks and building societies. Whether you are changing to a 5-year fixed rate with Halifax or taking out a capped mortgage from Cynergy Bank, we can assist.
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Southwick Transfer of equity
Whether you are gifting a home, resolving joint ownership or inheritance tax planning, you will need to work with a solicitor to carry out a transfer of equity.
Your conveyancer will handle the legal side for a fixed fee.
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What are typical Southwick conveyancing fees?
Conveyancing solicitors fees
These fees are what your lawyer charges you for the tasks they complete for you. Your conveyancing solicitor's quote will detail the fees for the legal work, including VAT, that you'll pay when your transaction completes.
Disbursements
Disbursements are additional costs on top of your lawyer's fees for third-party costs incurred on your behalf. Examples of disbursements include Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), HM Land Registry fees and property searches.
Are the conveyancing fees fixed?
Beware of hidden charges not mentioned in the initial conveyancing quote, when comparing quotes. Some firms list extra charges in their terms and conditions. This can mean a final bill that is higher than the original quote.
