Conveyancing in Torquay
Handling the legal aspects of a property transaction, including registering the transfer of ownership, is referred to as conveyancing. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Torquay, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have helped clients in Torquay and throughout Torbay 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: Brixham, Newton Abbot, Plymouth and Teignmouth
Buying property in Torquay
A seaside town in Devon, Torquay is known for its sandy beaches, palm-lined promenade, and historic Torre Abbey. The town is part of the English Riviera, a popular tourist destination.
With Torquay railway station providing services to Exeter and Plymouth, and good road links via the A380, Torquay is conveniently located. The town has a population of approximately 65,000.
Council Tax in Torquay (2023/24)
Torquay is in Torbay Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,427.47 |
| B | £1,665.38 |
| C | £1,903.29 |
| D | £2,141.20 |
| E | £2,617.02 |
| F | £3,092.84 |
| G | £3,568.67 |
| H | £4,282.40 |
What will my Torquay solicitor do?
The conveyancer will handle the legal aspects of transferring ownership from the seller to the buyer.
They will raise questions for the seller's solicitor, order searches, review the contract of sale and handle post-completion tasks, such as registering the property ownership with the Land Registry.
Further to the standard checks and searches, Torquay conveyancing solicitors could also undertake checks for issues related to flood risk, radon gas and mundic.
Are you buying with a mortgage?
If you are getting a mortgage, your solicitor will also need to act for the bank or building society that's giving you the mortgage.
If your conveyancing solicitor is not on your chosen mortgage provider's panel, your purchase could take significantly longer to complete.More than 100 mortgage lenders have approved our chosen panel lawyers. We can help you complete your Torquay transaction smoothly.
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We have also helped buyers in Torquay with the legal work for:
When purchasing a house or flat in a conservation area, your lawyer will need to check for covenants and restrictions, which could include access rights or restrictions on animal ownership. Conservation areas in Torquay and across the Torbay local authority include:Buying in a conservation area
Around 500,000 listed buildings exist in England and Wales - around 890 of which are in Torbay Council. Listed buildings in and near to Torquay include: Buying and owning a listed building is not for the faint-hearted. Examples of the duties faced by listed property owners include regular upkeep, and consent for additions like solar panels. Our expert conveyancing solicitor panel will clarify the additional legal obligations your planned listed building purchase will entail. Read more:Buying a listed building
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Selling a property in Torquay
As part of the property selling process in Torquay, your lawyer will arrange all the necessary documentation, including title deeds and ID forms, and help you complete these forms.
Duties include handling obstacles like restrictive covenants and responding to enquiries from the buyer's solicitor.Your lawyer will communicate effectively with all parties, including estate agents and banks or building societies, to confirm that the sale of your home is completed without incident.
I am selling a leasehold property in Torquay - what do I need to know?
Conveyancing for a leasehold property is significantly more specialised than for a freehold property.
The complexities of leasehold mean conveyancing solicitors in Torquay must carry out extra work. This can involve obtaining all relevant freeholder information, through to a copy of the lease.
So as to resolve any leasehold-related difficulties sooner, It is recommended that you instruct a Torquay conveyancing solicitor as early as possible.
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgaging a property in Torquay
The official base rate is 5.25% (12 October, 2024)
Check your conveyancer's lender panel status before you instruct your solicitor.
Our remortgage panel solicitors are on the panels of all major mortgage lenders, so whether you are switching to a 5-year fixed rate from Barclays or moving to a lifetime mortgage with Swansea Building Society, we can help your remortgage complete quickly.
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Transfer of equity
If you intend to change the ownership shares of your home, whether you are gifting a property, tax planning for the future or buying out an ex-partner, you'll need to carry out a transfer of equity. Your lawyer will complete all the necessary paperwork for a low, fixed fee.
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Transfer of equity Stamp Duty calculator
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How much are conveyancing fees in Torquay?
Don't be surprised if some of the costs listed on a conveyancing quote seem unfamiliar.
Conveyancing legal fees
Conveyancing fees are paid to your solicitor or conveyancer for the tasks they complete on your behalf. Your solicitor's quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) that you'll pay when your transaction completes.
Disbursements
Your quote should also list any disbursements, which are costs paid to third parties on your behalf, such as Stamp Duty and Land Registry fees.
Check the quote for hidden costs
When you compare conveyancing quotes, beware of hidden charges not mentioned in the initial conveyancing quote. Some solicitors' quotes set out additional charges in the small print. This can mean a higher final bill.
