Conveyancing Solicitors in Syston

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Conveyancing in Syston

Conveyancing is the series of legal steps a solicitor takes when transfering property ownership. Conveyancing can also refer to the legal side of a remortgage or equity transfer. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Syston, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.

We have helped Syston and Charnwood 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: Hinckley, Leicester and Loughborough

Syston Conveyancing Solicitors

Buying property in Syston

A town in Leicestershire, Syston is known for its community spirit and amenities such as Central Park. It offers a range of shops, pubs, and restaurants.

Syston railway station provides services to Leicester and Nottingham, and the A46 provides good road links. The town has a population of approximately 12,000.

Syston house prices

The average price paid for a property in Syston between October and November 2024 was £289,707 (updated February 2025).

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Council Tax in Syston (2023/24)

Syston is in Charnwood Borough Council.

Band Amount
A £1,412.46
B £1,647.87
C £1,883.28
D £2,118.69
E £2,589.51
F £3,060.33
G £3,531.15
H £4,237.38

What does a conveyancing solicitor do?

In a property purchase, your solicitor will take care of the technical side of the transaction. They will raise enquires of the seller's solicitor, order property searches, review the contract of sale and take care of tasks after the sale, including registering the property ownership with the Land Registry.

Syston conveyancing solicitors may undertake searches related to former industry, including coal mining and textiles.

Are you buying a home with a mortgage?

When buying a home with a mortgage, it is normal for your solicitor to also act for your mortgage lender.

Panel approval means your solicitor can act for your lender.

Over 100 lenders have approved our chosen panel solicitors, so we can help you complete your Syston transaction smoothly.

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We can help home movers in Syston with the legal work for:

Buying a listed building

Roughly 500,000 listed buildings exist in England and Wales, 816 of which are in Charnwood Borough Council.

Listed buildings in and around Syston include:

  • 2 Bath Street, Syston, Charnwood, Leicestershire
  • Bails Cottage, 18 Bath Street, Syston, Charnwood, Leicestershire
  • 2 Brook Street, Syston, Charnwood, Leicestershire
  • Chatsley House, 3 Chapel Street, Syston, Charnwood, Leicestershire
  • 19 Chapel Street, Syston, Charnwood, Leicestershire

Owning a listed building brings its own set of challenges. Our experienced panel of solicitors will advise you on what commitments you are making as a listed building owner. Examples include maintenance of historic features, and consent for additions like solar panels.

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Leasehold property

Purchasing a leasehold flat in the UK can be very involved. The numerous common problems awaiting an uninformed buyer can include legally technical issues like unpaid service charges by the existing leaseholder and short leases.

A specialist leasehold solicitor will look into all potential issues with the lease and report back to you.

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Selling a house or flat in Syston

When you begin the process to sell a property in Syston, your conveyancing solicitor will first assemble all essential documents, including the contract of sale and assorted property information forms, and help you complete these forms.

Their role involves answering the buyer's solicitor's enquiries and resolving any potential issues.

By taking steps to work with all parties, including estate agents and banks or building societies, your conveyancing solicitor will ensure the sale completes without a hitch.

Is there anything to be aware of if selling a leasehold property in Syston?

Conveyancing for a leasehold flat is significantly more time-consuming in comparison with a freehold house.

The complex nature of leasehold property means that conveyancing solicitors in Syston will usually undertake additional tasks, for example obtaining all relevant freeholder information, through to a copy of the insurance policy schedule.

To reduce leasehold-related delays, It is strongly advised that the vendor contact a conveyancer as early as possible.

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Remortgaging

Latest Bank of England base rate now at 4.5% (17 February, 2025)

Double check your solicitor is on your bank or building society's panel before you instruct.

We work with solicitors who can work on behalf of almost all building societies and banks, so whether you are changing to a 25-year mortgage with Yorkshire Building Society or taking out a capped mortgage from Bluestone, our panel solicitors will make the process as simple and stress-free as possible.

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Transfer of equity

If you intend to change the ownership structure of your home, whether you are buying out a joint owner, inheritance tax (IHT) planning or transferring the ownership of your property to a child, you will need to transfer equity.

Your lawyer will complete all the necessary paperwork for a low, fixed fee.

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How much do conveyancing solicitors fees cost in Syston?

Legal fees

These fees are paid to your solicitor or conveyancer for the work they complete during your transaction. The quote should clearly detail the legal fees, including VAT, that you'll pay when your transaction completes.

Disbursements

The conveyancing quote should also include any disbursements, which are third-party costs, such as Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), HM Land Registry fees and property searches.

Check the T's & C's

Some firms include extra costs in their terms and conditions, resulting in a higher final bill. Beware of extra fees, when comparing quotes.

Article by Completely Moved authors

The Completely Moved team have years of experience helping home buyers, sellers and owners, answering questions and providing property advice.

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