Conveyancing in Tewkesbury
Conveyancing is the work a solicitor does to transfer the legal title of a house or flat from one person to another. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Tewkesbury, you're in the right place. Get a fast & proactive solicitor from a nationwide panel of conveyancing experts.
We have helped clients in Tewkesbury and throughout Gloucestershire 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: Evesham, Gloucester, Hereford, Ledbury and Pershore
Buying property in Tewkesbury
Known for the historical Tewkesbury Abbey, this medieval market town sits in Gloucestershire at the confluence of the River Severn and Avon. The town's annual Medieval Festival and Battle of Tewkesbury reenactment draws visitors from across the UK.
Council Tax in Tewkesbury (2023/24)
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,352.61 |
| B | £1,578.05 |
| C | £1,803.48 |
| D | £2,028.92 |
| E | £2,479.79 |
| F | £2,930.66 |
| G | £3,381.53 |
| H | £4,057.84 |
What does a Tewkesbury conveyancing solicitor do?
During a property purchase, the conveyancer will handle the legal aspects of the transaction. The solicitor will carry out comprehensive due diligence, including arranging searches from entities including Tewkesbury Council, raising enquires, reviewing contracts and registering your property at HMLR.
Further to the standard checks and searches, Tewkesbury conveyancing solicitors could also undertake flood risk checks due to Severn and Avon rivers, issues related to the Cotswolds AONB and radon gas.
Buying a home with a mortgage?
When you purchase a property, your solicitor must also handle some legal work for the bank or building society.
Acceptance on a lender's panel means your solicitor can represent the interests of your mortgage provider.
More than 100 banks and building societies have approved our chosen panel lawyers. We can help you complete your Tewkesbury transaction without delay.
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Somewhere in the region of 500,000 listed properties exist across the country, 1,646 of which are in Tewkesbury Borough Council. Tewkesbury listed buildings include: There are many additional things to consider when buying a listed building. Our specialist panel of solicitors will discuss with you the commitments a listed building owner must make. Examples include regular upkeep, required consent for landscaping and a duty to report finds or discoveries on the property. Read more:Listed buildings
New Build Conveyancing
The conveyancing process for acquiring a new build home in Tewkesbury can be complicated compared to other types of conveyancing.
A property lawyer in Tewkesbury will need to be qualified to handle things like handling unreasonable delays, checking that any contracts allow for future 'common parts' maintenance and registering ownership with warranty providers, including NHBC Buildmark, Advantage HCI and Trenwick International.
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Leasehold property
Buying a leasehold property in England or Wales can be complex. The many potential complications lying in wait for an uninformed buyer can include legally technical issues like overpriced managing agent packs and unreasonable lease extension premiums.
Your solicitor will look into all potential issues with the lease and report back to you.
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What you need to know about buying a leasehold property
Should I be wary of buying a leasehold house?
Should I buy a property with a short lease?
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Selling a house or flat in Tewkesbury
The sale of property in Tewkesbury will require your conveyancing solicitor to first assemble all essential documents, including the draft contract and assorted property information forms, and will help you answer these forms.
The solicitor will reply to the buyer's solicitor's inquiries, resolve any potential issues and handle the mortgage redemption.
By taking steps to liaise with key parties, including estate agents and banks or building societies, the solicitor will ensure the move is completed successfully.
I am selling a leasehold property in Tewkesbury - what do I need to know?
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgage conveyancing in Tewkesbury
The official base rate is 4.5% (16 March, 2025)
Verify your conveyancer is on your mortgage lender's panel before you instruct your solicitor.
Our partner panel solicitors can work on behalf of almost all lenders, so whether you are switching to a discount mortgage from Barclays or moving to a capped mortgage with Swansea Building Society, our panel solicitors can guide you through the remortgage process.
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Transferring Equity in Tewkesbury
Whether you are buying out another part-owner, dealing with inheritance tax planning or gifting a property, a transfer of equity is required. Your lawyer will handle the legal side for a low, fixed fee.
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Transfer of equity Stamp Duty calculator
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How much should I budget for conveyancing in Tewkesbury?
Getting a quote is simple - but knowing what the quote does and does not include can be tricky.
Conveyancing legal 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 solicitor or conveyancer charges you for the legal work that they complete.
Disbursements
Your conveyancing quote should also itemise required third-party costs, or disbursements, including Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), HM Land Registry fees and property searches.
Check for hidden costs
Beware of extra fees, if you are comparing quotes. Some firms include extra costs in the small print. This can mean a higher-than-expected final bill.
