Conveyancing in Westbury
Conveyancing is defined as the work a solicitor or licenced conveyancer does to transfer a property from one party to another. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Westbury, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have helped clients in Westbury and throughout Wiltshire 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: Chippenham, Swindon and Trowbridge
Buying property in Westbury
This small town in Wiltshire is known for the Westbury White Horse, a hill figure on the Salisbury Plains. Westbury offers a blend of urban and rural living, with amenities such as shopping centres, schools, and parks nearby.
Westbury railway station is a major junction, providing services to a number of destinations, making the town well-connected for commuting or travelling. The town's population stands around 14,000.
Council Tax in Westbury (2023/24)
Westbury is in Wiltshire Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,477.53 |
| B | £1,723.78 |
| C | £1,970.03 |
| D | £2,216.29 |
| E | £2,708.80 |
| F | £3,201.31 |
| G | £3,693.82 |
| H | £4,432.58 |
What does a Westbury conveyancing solicitor do?
During the home purchase, the property lawyer will handle the legal aspects of buying a home. Your solicitor will order searches, raise enquires of the seller, review the lease (if applicable) and fulfil post-completion formalities, including HMLR registration and paying Stamp Duty.
Westbury conveyancing solicitors may undertake checks associated with military or air rights, as the county is home to military bases and restricted airspace.
Purchasing a property with a mortgage?
If you are planning to buy with a mortgage, your solicitor will investigate the property to verify that the property is worth the loan that your lender will provide.
If your solicitor isn't accepted on your lender's panel, it may take many weeks longer to complete the purchase.Our chosen panel lawyers have established relationships with the majority of building societies, banks and lenders, helping to ensure your transaction completes faster.
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When buying a property in a conservation area, your lawyer will check for covenants and restrictions, e.g. local byelaws, and noise level restrictions. Conservation areas in Westbury and the Wiltshire local authority include Swallowcliffe, Chilton Foliat, East Chisenbury and Sopworth.Buying in a conservation area
There are around half a million listed buildings across the country, and around 13,660 of which are in Wiltshire Council. Westbury listed buildings and properties include: Listed properties can be a joy to own, but they come with their share of complexities. Examples of the duties that listed building owners face include use of traditional methods and materials for maintenance, consent required for energy efficient alterations and an obligation to preserve or restore original windows and doors. Our specialist panel of property solicitors will offer guidance on the additional legal obligations your planned listed building purchase will entail. Read more:Listed buildings
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Selling property in Westbury
When selling a Westbury house or flat, your solicitor will assemble all essential documents - such as the draft contract and ID forms, and help you complete these forms.
The conveyancer will resolve any potential issues, handle questions from the buyer's side and handle the mortgage redemption.
Your lawyer will also coordinate with all parties, including agents, managing agents and lenders, to help ensure the property sale completes as soon as possible.
Is there anything to be aware of if selling a leasehold property in Westbury?
The conveyancing process for a leasehold flat is much more complex than for a more straightforward freehold house.
The complexities of leasehold mean conveyancing solicitors in Westbury must undertake additional work, which could include collating an up-to-date service charge statement, through to reserve fund details.
So as to resolve any leasehold-related delays sooner, It is highly recommended that the seller instruct a solicitor as early in the process as possible, and preferably before going on the market.
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Remortgage conveyancing
The official base rate is 4.5% (19 March, 2025)
It's important that you check your remortgage solicitor's lender panel status before you instruct.
We work with remortgage solicitors who can work with 99% of all building societies and banks, so whether you are switching to a 2-year fixed rate from Nationwide or moving to an interest only mortgage with Secure Trust Bank, our panel solicitors can guide you through the remortgage process.
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Transferring Equity in Westbury
Whether you are buying out a co-owner, tax planning for the future or giving a property to a family member, you'll need the help of a solicitor or licensed conveyancer to carry out a transfer of equity.
Your solicitor will deal with the legal work for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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How much are conveyancing fees in Westbury?
It only takes a minute to get a quote, but knowing what's actually included can be complex.
Legal fees
The conveyancing quote should clearly detail the legal fees, including VAT, to be paid when the conveyancing transaction completes. These fees are paid to your conveyancing solicitor for the tasks they complete on your behalf.
Disbursements
Disbursements are third-party expenses incurred during the purchase, sale or other conveyancing transaction. Third-party disbursements include Local authority searches, Stamp Duty or a managing agent information pack.
Is it a fixed fee quote?
When comparing quotes, beware of extra fees. Some firms include extra costs in the small print. This can mean a higher-than-expected final bill.
