Conveyancing in Wycombe
Conveyancing refers to the legal and administrative process required to transfer property from one person to another. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Wycombe, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have helped Wycombe and Buckinghamshire 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: Aylesbury, High Wycombe and Milton Keynes
Buying property in Wycombe
Also known as High Wycombe, this large town in Buckinghamshire is known for its lively town centre, beautiful surrounding countryside, and as the location of Wycombe Abbey, a top girls' boarding school.
Wycombe railway station provides services to London Marylebone, making it a popular choice for commuters. With its blend of town amenities and proximity to the Chiltern Hills, Wycombe's population is around 125,000.
Council Tax in Wycombe (2023/24)
Wycombe is in Wycombe District Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,451.23 |
| B | £1,693.10 |
| C | £1,934.98 |
| D | £2,176.85 |
| E | £2,660.59 |
| F | £3,144.34 |
| G | £3,628.08 |
| H | £4,353.70 |
What does a Wycombe conveyancing solicitor do?
A solicitor plays a pivotal role in a property purchase.
They will raise questions for the seller's solicitor, order property searches, review the contract of sale and fulfil post-completion formalities, such as paying Stamp Duty.
In addition to standard searches, Wycombe conveyancing solicitors may also undertake checks related to listed buildings and properties in conservation areas or green belt land.
Purchasing a property with a mortgage?
As part of the process of buying a house, your solicitor also has to handle legal due diligence on behalf of the mortgage lender. If your lawyer isn't accepted on your chosen mortgage provider's panel, it could take weeks longer to buy your house.
We work with solicitors who can represent the vast majority of lenders, including major banks like Lloyds Bank, to smaller lenders like Nottingham Building Society and Lendco, helping to ensure your transaction completes faster.
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When purchasing a property in a Wycombe conservation area, your solicitor will check for potential planning issues, which could include facade maintenance restrictions or lack of consent for roof lights. Conservation areas in Wycombe and across the Buckinghamshire local authority include:Buying in a conservation area
There are about half a million listed properties in England and Wales, and around 1,310 of which are in Wycombe District Council. Wycombe listed buildings include: Examples of the duties that listed building owners face include required consent for any alterations, and a duty to report finds or discoveries on the property. Our experienced panel of solicitors will help you understand the additional legal obligations your planned listed building purchase will entail. Read more:Listed buildings
Leasehold property
Purchasing a leasehold property in the UK can be very involved. The many potential complications lying in wait for an uninformed purchaser can include legally technical issues like sinking fund issues and unreasonable lease extension premiums.
An experienced leasehold conveyancer 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?
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Selling a property in Wycombe
When selling property in Wycombe, your solicitor will assemble all essential documents, including the contract of sale and the various property information forms, and help you fill out this paperwork. Their duties entail answering enquiries from the buyer's solicitor and dealing with complications like a missing EIC.
Your lawyer will communicate effectively with all parties, like estate agents, landlords and lenders, so the property sale completes without a hitch.
I am selling a leasehold property in Wymondham - what do I need to know?
The legal work for a leasehold property is quite a lot more time-consuming than for a more straightforward freehold house.
The complexities of leasehold mean conveyancing solicitors in Wymondham will usually undertake additional tasks, for example collating the latest service charge and ground rent statement, through to a copy of the insurance policy schedule.
To reduce leasehold-related delays, It is recommended that the vendor contact a lawyer as soon as the decision is made to sell.
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgage conveyancing in Wycombe
The Bank of England's current base rate is 4.5% (24 May, 2025)
You will need to verify the solicitor you have selected is an approved member of your lender's legal panel before you instruct.
We work with remortgage solicitors who are on all major banks and building societies' panels, so whether you are changing to a 2-year fixed rate with Bank of Ireland or taking out a flexible mortgage from Chelsea Building Society, we can help you.
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Transferring Equity in Wycombe
If you plan to make changes to the ownership of your home, whether you are inheritance tax (IHT) planning, transferring the ownership of your property to a child or buying out a joint owner, a transfer of equity is required.
Your legal representative will quickly and efficiently complete the legal work for a low, fixed fee.
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How much does conveyancing cost in Wycombe?
Conveyancing solicitors fees
Your solicitor's quote should clearly detail the legal fees, including VAT, that you'll pay when your transaction completes. Conveyancing fees are paid to your solicitor or conveyancer for the legal services they provide on your behalf.
Disbursements
Disbursements are third-party costs paid by your solicitor on your behalf. Examples of disbursements include Stamp Duty and Land Registry fees.
Check for additional fees
If you are comparing conveyancing quotes, watch out for additional charges. Some firms include additional fees in their terms and conditions, leading to a final bill that is higher than the original quote.
