Conveyancing in Stevenage
Conveyancing describes the work a solicitor does to transfer the legal title of a property from a seller to a buyer. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Stevenage, you're in the right place. Get a fast & proactive solicitor from a nationwide panel of conveyancing experts.
We have helped clients in Stevenage and throughout Hertfordshire 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 Stevenage
A town in Hertfordshire, Stevenage was the first New Town to be designated under the New Towns Act of 1946. It's known for its well-planned mix of residential, commercial, and leisure amenities, including Fairlands Valley Park, a large area offering various outdoor activities.
Stevenage is well-connected, with a railway station providing fast services to London, and road links via the A1(M). The town has a population of approximately 87,000.
Council Tax in Stevenage (2023/24)
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,383.96 |
| B | £1,614.62 |
| C | £1,845.28 |
| D | £2,075.94 |
| E | £2,537.26 |
| F | £2,998.58 |
| G | £3,459.90 |
| H | £4,151.88 |
What does a Stevenage property lawyer do?
A solicitor will take care of the technical side of buying a property. The solicitor will raise questions for the seller's solicitor, order property searches, review contracts and take care of tasks after the sale, like paying Stamp Duty Land Tax and HMLR registration.
Stevenage conveyancing solicitors may also undertake searches for contamination due to the area's industrial past.
Purchasing a property with a mortgage?
When you purchase a property, your solicitor also needs to carry out some legal work for your lender. Your transaction could take weeks longer to complete and cost you more in the process if your conveyancing solicitor is not on your lender's panel.
Over 100 lenders have approved our chosen panel solicitors, so we can help you complete your Stevenage transaction smoothly.
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We can also assist Stevenage buyers with the legal work for:
There are around half a million listed properties in England and Wales - around 130 of which are in Stevenage Borough Council. Stevenage listed buildings include: Buying a listed building is not a decision to be taken lightly. Examples of the obligations placed upon listed building owners include a duty to maintain the exterior appearance, consent for additions like satellite dishes or external lighting and an obligation to maintain the property's surroundings in a manner consistent with its historic character. Our experienced panel of solicitors will explain to you the additional legal obligations your planned listed building purchase will entail. Read more:Listed buildings
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Selling a property in Stevenage
The sale of a property in Stevenage will require your lawyer to first assemble all essential documents, including the TA6 and TA10 property information forms and the contract of sale.
The conveyancer will sort out potential snags, handle questions from the buyer's side and handle the mortgage redemption. The solicitor will communicate effectively with the other parties, like estate agents, landlords and lenders, to help ensure the home move completes quickly.What do I need to know if selling a leasehold property in Stevenage?
Conveyancing for a leasehold flat or house is quite a lot more complex than for a more straightforward freehold house.
The complexities of leasehold mean conveyancing solicitors in Stevenage must undertake extra work, such as requesting all relevant freeholder information, through to insurance details.
In order to resolve any leasehold difficulties faster, It is highly recommended that the vendor contact a Stevenage conveyancing solicitor as soon as possible.
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgage conveyancing
Latest Bank of England base rate now at 5.25% (12 October, 2024)
Check your mortgage lender's legal panel includes your solicitor before you instruct your solicitor.
We work with remortgage solicitors who are on all major lenders' panels, so whether you are changing to a 2-year fixed rate with NatWest or taking out a first time buyer mortgage from Darlington Building Society, we can help your remortgage complete quickly.
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Transferring Equity
Whether you are adding one or more people to the deeds, transferring the ownership of a property (in part or in full) to your children or inheritance tax planning, you'll need to carry out a transfer of equity.
Your property lawyer will handle all the required documentation and register the new interest at HM Land Registry for a fixed fee.
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What are typical Stevenage conveyancing fees?
What is and is not included in a quote isn't always clear at first glance.
Solicitors' fees
Conveyancing fees are paid to your conveyancing solicitor for the work they carry out during your transaction. The conveyancing quote should clearly detail the legal fees, including VAT, that you pay when the property transaction is complete.
Conveyancing disbursements
The quote will include necessary third-party costs, called disbursements, such as Stamp Duty and Land Registry fees.
Is it a fixed fee quote?
When comparing quotes, watch out for additional charges. Some firms may set out extra costs in the small print, leading to a higher final bill.
