We are buying a flat and need a conveyancing solicitor in Newbury who is on the Coventry BS solicitor panel. Can you recommend a local solicitor?

Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Coventry BS . We don't recommend any particular firms conducting conveyancing in Newbury.

What is the best way to discover of the solicitor conducting my conveyancing in Newbury is on the bank’sconveyancing panel? I am looking to avoid the situation of having one lawyer for me and one for The Mortgage Works thus spending £187.00 plus VAT in supplemental legal fees.

Please do make the most of the search tool on this page. Please choose the mortgage company and type ‘Newbury’ or your preferred area and you will discover numerous solicitors located in Newbury or by proximity to you.

How does conveyancing in Newbury differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build property in Newbury contact us having been asked by the developer to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is completed. This is because new home sellers in Newbury typically acquire the site, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct property lawyers as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are used to new build conveyancing in Newbury or who has acted in the same development.

I've found a house that appears to be perfect, at a great figure which is making it more attractive. I have just discovered that it's a leasehold as opposed to freehold. I would have thought that there are particular concerns purchasing a house with a leasehold title in Newbury. Conveyancing advisers have not yet been instructed. Will they explain the issues?

Most houses in Newbury are freehold rather than leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local solicitor used to dealing with such properties who can help the conveyancing process. We note that you are purchasing in Newbury so you should seriously consider looking for a Newbury conveyancing solicitor and be sure that they are used to dealing with leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the unexpired lease term. As a leaseholder you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want with the house. The lease comes with conditions for example requiring the landlord’spermission to carry out alterations. You may also be required to pay a contribution towards the maintenance of the communal areas where the property is located on an estate. Your conveyancer should report to you on the legal implications.

I inherited a basement flat in Newbury, conveyancing having been completed in 2009. Can you let me have an estimate of the premium that my landlord can legally expect in return for granting a renewal of my lease? Comparable properties in Newbury with over 90 years remaining are worth £181,000. The ground rent is £55 charged once a year. The lease terminates on 21st October 2076

With 51 years left to run we estimate the premium for your lease extension to be between £30,400 and £35,200 plus professional fees.

The suggested premium range above a general guide to costs for renewing a lease, but we cannot give you a more accurate figure in the absence of detailed investigations. Do not use the figures in a Notice of Claim or as an informal offer. There may be other concerns that need to be taken into account and you obviously should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. You should not take any other action based on this information without first getting professional advice.

Been searching for a lawyer for leasehold sale conveyancing in Newbury. I'm selling, uncomplicated no mortgage to redeem, no rush, no onward chain. Got an estimate from a lawyer for £800 excluding VAT which is a little high given that its so straightforward. Is it possible to find less expensive fees for conveyancing in Newbury?

Given that it’s a sale only, 475 + VAT would be about the best for sale conveyancing in Newbury.