Conveyancing in Waterlooville
Conveyancing is the work a solicitor does to transfer the legal title of a house or flat from one person to another. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Waterlooville, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have years of experience helping homemovers in Waterlooville and throughout Havant 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.
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Buying property in Waterlooville
A town in Hampshire, Waterlooville offers a good range of shops, eateries, and open green spaces, including the popular Queen's Inclosure.
Located close to the A3(M), Waterlooville provides good road links to Portsmouth and Petersfield. The town has a population of approximately 65,000.
Council Tax in Waterlooville (2023/24)
Waterlooville is in Havant District Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,345.47 |
| B | £1,569.71 |
| C | £1,793.95 |
| D | £2,018.20 |
| E | £2,466.69 |
| F | £2,915.18 |
| G | £3,363.67 |
| H | £4,036.40 |
What do conveyancing solicitors do?
During a property purchase, your conveyancing solicitor will handle all the legal elements of buying a property. They will carry out comprehensive due diligence on the property, such as local authority searches (e.g. from Havant Council), raising questions about how the seller has used the property, reviewing contracts of sale and HM Land Registry paperwork.
Further to the standard checks and searches, Waterlooville conveyancing solicitors may also undertake flood risk searches.
Are you taking out a mortgage?
When buying a home with a mortgage, it is standard for your solicitor to also act for the lender.
Being a member of a lender's panel will mean your solicitor can act for your mortgage provider.Our chosen panel lawyers have established relationships with the majority of mortgage lenders, helping to facilitate a faster completion for your purchase.
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We can also help home movers in Waterlooville with conveyancing for:
Approximately half a million listed buildings exist across the country, and around 250 of which are in Havant District Council. Waterlooville listed buildings and properties include: Listed properties can be a joy to own, but they come with their share of complexities. Our expert conveyancing solicitor panel will advise you on what commitments you are making as a listed building owner. Examples include use of traditional methods and materials for maintenance, consent for any alterations that might change the character of the property and . Read more:Buying a listed building
New Build Conveyancing
The legal work for buying a new build home in Waterlooville can be complicated compared to other types of conveyancing.
A conveyancing solicitor in Waterlooville will need to be qualified to handle things like advising on mortgage offer flexibility for delayed completion, confirming building regulation compliance and registering ownership with warranty providers, including NHBC Buildmark, Advantage and Trenwick International.
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Selling a house or flat in Waterlooville
When selling a Waterlooville property, your conveyancing solicitor will prepare vital paperwork, including the contract of sale and the TA6 and TA10 property information forms.
The lawyer will address potential issues and reply to the buyer's solicitor's inquiries.
In order to facilitate a faster completion, your conveyancer will also coordinate with both sides, such as estate agents, landlords and lenders.
Is there anything to be aware of if selling a leasehold property in Waterlooville?
Conveyancing for a leasehold flat or house is significantly more involved than for a more straightforward freehold house.
The complex nature of leasehold property means that conveyancing solicitors in Waterlooville will usually undertake extra work, for example requesting all relevant freeholder information, through to a copy of the lease.
In order to resolve any leasehold delays faster, It is highly recommended that the vendor contact a Waterlooville conveyancing solicitor as soon as possible.
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Remortgaging a property in Waterlooville
The base interest rate is 5.25% (7 December, 2024)
Make sure you verify your remortgage solicitor's lender panel status before you instruct.
Our remortgage panel solicitors are on the legal panels of over 100 lenders, so whether you are switching to a 2-year fixed rate from Lloyds Bank or taking out a tracker mortgage from Harpenden Building Society, we can help.
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Transfer of equity in Waterlooville
Whether you are adding one or more people to the deeds, inheritance tax planning or giving a property to a family member, a transfer of equity is required. Your solicitor will handle all the required documentation for a low, fixed fee.
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How much are solicitors' conveyancing fees in Waterlooville?
Some of the fees included in conveyancing quotes can be unfamiliar, especially for first time buyers.
Legal fees
The conveyancing quote will detail the fees for the legal work, including VAT, to be paid when the conveyancing transaction completes. Conveyancing fees are paid to your conveyancing solicitor for the work they carry out on your behalf.
Disbursements (third party costs)
A disbursement is a cost that your conveyancing solicitor must pay to a third party for a tax or additional service. Third-party disbursements include Stamp Duty, property searches and an indemnity policy.
Is it a fixed fee quote?
Some solicitors' quotes include extra costs in their terms and conditions, resulting in a total cost that's much higher than the initial quote. When you compare conveyancing quotes, watch out for undisclosed fees missing from the original quote.
