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Residential Conveyancing

Our conveyancing lawyers understand that buying or selling a home can be an intensely stressful experience, with countless documents and legal requirements to contend with.

Whether you are looking to get a first foot on the property ladder or a seasoned investor, expert legal advice is essential to ensure that the transaction is completed as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Our experienced property lawyers are available to offer guidance through every step of the conveyancing process.

What is Conveyancing?

You may have heard of conveyancing, but what really is it?

Conveyancing is simply the legal process of transferring property ownership from one party to another.

It involves various steps, including but not limited to; conducting property searches, reviewing contracts, handling financial transactions, and ensuring that the transaction complies with all legal requirements.

A conveyancing residential solicitor plays a crucial role in managing these tasks and is a necessary step of getting on the property ladder.

What Is a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor?

A residential conveyancing solicitor is a legal professional who specialises in managing property transactions for individuals buying or selling homes. Their primary role is to ensure that all legal obligations are met, protecting clients from unforeseen legal risks.

The responsibilities of a residential conveyancing solicitor extend beyond simply drafting contracts.

They conduct in-depth investigations into the property’s legal status, ensuring that the buyer is acquiring a property free from the likes of legal disputes or restrictions. For sellers, a conveyancing solicitor ensures that all legal documents are in order and that any potential barriers to the sale are addressed before they become problematic.

Our team at BBS Law are highly experienced in handling a variety of property transactions, from straightforward sales and purchases to more complex cases. We understand that each transaction is unique, and we tailor our approach to suit your specific needs, ensuring that you receive clear, practical legal advice throughout the process.

What Our Conveyancing Residential Solicitors Do

At BBS Law, our conveyancing residential solicitors offer a comprehensive service covering all aspects of property transactions.

When buying a property, we carry out extensive property searches to uncover any issues that could affect your ownership, such as environmental risks or outstanding charges.

We review contracts thoroughly to ensure they are fair and transparent, advising you on any clauses that may have long-term implications. If you are obtaining a mortgage, we coordinate with your lender to ensure that all financial and legal conditions are met before completion.

For those selling a property, we prepare all necessary legal documentation, including the contract of sale and supporting paperwork required. We address any legal queries that may arise during the transaction and ensure that funds are securely transferred upon completion.

Our expertise also extends to remortgaging, wherein our residential conveyancing solicitors assist clients in switching mortgage providers or securing additional financing against their property, handling all necessary legal work to ensure a smooth transition.

Additionally, we provide specialist support for leasehold transactions, which often involve additional complexities such as service charges, ground rent obligations, and lease extensions.

Why Choose Us for Residential Conveyancing Solicitors

BBS Law has years of experience in the property market, both at a local level and nationwide and can advise on everything from the fixtures and fittings included in a property to any potentially awkward clauses you should be aware of.

To make an appointment to discuss any aspect of Property Law please email or phone 020 8349 0321.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens on completion day?

Completion day is when the legal ownership of the property is officially transferred from the seller to the buyer. On this day, your solicitor will ensure that the final balance of the purchase price is transferred to the seller’s solicitor, and in return, the keys to the property will be released to you.

Do I need a solicitor if I am buying a property with cash?

Yes, even if you are purchasing a property with cash and do not require a mortgage, a residential conveyancing solicitor is still essential. A solicitor will conduct thorough property searches, review legal documents, and ensure that the property has a clear title, protecting you from future disputes or unexpected liabilities.

How long does the residential conveyancing process take?

The length of the conveyancing process depends on the complexity of the transaction, the efficiency of all parties involved, and whether there are any legal or financial complications. On average, a straightforward property purchase or sale can take between 8 to 12 weeks. However, delays can occur. At BBS Law, we work proactively to minimise delays and keep your transaction on track.

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Clear Conveyancing Advice

We believe it is important to speak plainly and avoid any legal jargon which can often serve to frustrate and confuse. Our solicitors are used to working to tight deadlines and will liaise closely with other parties involved in the chain to ensure that the transaction is progressed smoothly.

We are also committed to keeping clients up-to-date at every stage, advising on what is required and ensuring you are fully informed about the costs involved. We also ensure that we respond to all calls and emails promptly.

Our areas of expertise include:

Freehold/Leasehold sales and purchases
Re-mortgages
Lease-extensions
Transfers of equity
Estate development and plot sales
Listed Buildings and Heritage Sites
International transactions
De-enveloping properties

BBS Law property solicitors have accredited members of the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme which offers official recognition of the services we offer.

If you require further advice on our full range of residential property services, please visit our contact us page.

Sales and Purchases Fees

For a straightforward case, our fixed fees range from £1,950 plus VAT to £5,000 plus VAT and will depend on the value of the property, whether there is a mortgage involved, the complexity of the transaction and the level of experience of the solicitor dealing with your matter.

Please note that this does not include disbursements payable by you, such as official copy entries of the title register, Land Registry fee, stamp duty land tax, local authority and other search fees.

Search fees are usually in the range of between £400-£800 plus VAT and depend on the value of the property. For more information please see the land registry fee scale here.

There may be instances where our fees will exceed the above fee range, for example where the property is for investment purposes or is a new build, listed building, or if a lease extension is required.

Our residential property lawyers are here to discuss your property needs and can provide you with a detailed estimate of the costs involved including any disbursements before undertaking any work. For more information please get in touch with a member of our team today.

Most purchases attract Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). Please use this link to calculate your SDLT payable.

Please note all VAT is charged at the prevailing rate of 20%

Re-mortgaging Fees

Our fixed fees start from £950 plus VAT and will increase depending on the type of property, lender requirements, the complexity of the transaction and the level of experience of the solicitor dealing with your matter. whether this is a second mortgage and whether the property is tenanted.

Please note all VAT is charged at the prevailing rate of 20%

Lease Extension Fees

Our fees for a voluntary lease extension (which includes acting for your lender) are £1,750 plus VAT. For statutory lease extensions, our fees range from £2,250-£2,500 plus VAT.

Please note all VAT is charged at the prevailing rate of 20%

Transfer of Equity Fees

Our fees range between £750-£950 plus VAT.

Please note all VAT is charged at the prevailing rate of 20%

What do our Fees Cover?

The fee ranges detailed above cover all work in relation to the following key stages of a straightforward purchase, sale and mortgage:

taking your instructions and providing an overview of the transaction and process;
drafting or reviewing the contract/mortgage deed and (where appropriate) negotiating its terms;
undertaking due diligence (which is a review of title, ordering appropriate property searches, raising appropriate enquiries and reviewing responses) or responding to the purchaser’s and/or lender’s enquires about the property;
exchanging contract and completing;
submitting stamp duty land tax returns; and
registration of the transaction at the land registry.

Transaction Timescales

Timescales usually will depend on a number of factors which are specific to the transaction.

Exchange of contracts is likely to take between six and eight weeks – subject to searches, complications, defects and title, mortgage lenders etc.

The completion date is as agreed between both parties.

There may be other factors which may affect the timetable. We will keep you updated at each stage of the transaction and we can discuss important dates and set realistic timeframes.

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I just want to thank you Tanaaz and Robert for enduring with our property travails for so many years with such professionalism and good sense.

Alan and Samanthi

We had a great experience working with Wale and Robert. Buying our flat went super smoothly and dealt with in courteous and professional way.

Yotam

After appointing BBS I was introduced to Kelly and Safiyah who would be looking after my property sale. I was impressed with them every step of the way, they kept me informed, avoided some potential issues and were thoroughly professional. What I like the most was the personable way they dealt with the matter, very attentive and always on hand to move things forward. A real pleasure to deal with thank you both.

Sean

Avi, Safiyah & Kelly have dealt with a number of transactions for me over the past few years. Their attention to detail is incredible. They are a hard working team who will ensure you get the deal done without any fuss. Emails get replied to, matters get dealt with swiftly and i was kept in the loop the whole time. If you would like to get the deal done in good time and with professionalism then look no further! I would highly recommend them and look forward to doing more business with them all in the near future.

Josh

We are delighted to be working with BBS Law on our Bridging Loans. Avi Barr and his team provide a highly efficient service which is appreciated by us and our borrowers. Whether we are working on single buy to let properties or more complex loan scenarios we are always confident of the BBS team's ability to deliver a result focussed on our requirements and objectives.

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Residential Conveyancing

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Residential Conveyancing

What is Conveyancing?

What Is a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor?

What Our Conveyancing Residential Solicitors Do

Why Choose Us for Residential Conveyancing Solicitors

Property Partners

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens on completion day?

Do I need a solicitor if I am buying a property with cash?

How long does the residential conveyancing process take?

Guidance

Clear Conveyancing Advice

Sales and Purchases Fees

Re-mortgaging Fees

Lease Extension Fees

Transfer of Equity Fees

What do our Fees Cover?

Transaction Timescales

Our Property Partners

For proactive, bespoke, commercial solutions, contact us to discuss your needs.

Request a call back

Alan and Samanthi

Yotam

Sean

Josh

Anthony Bodenstein, Founder & Managing Partner of Whitehall Capital

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