We are buying a property and require a conveyancing solicitor in Tilehurst who is on the Skipton solicitor panel. Could you point me in the right direction as regards a 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 Skipton . We don't recommend any particular firms conducting conveyancing in Tilehurst.

I am looking to sell my property. My past conveyancers closed down. I would be grateful for any recommendation of a conveyancing firm. I happen to live in Tilehurst if that makes a difference.

Please use our search tool to help you choose a solicitor for your conveyancing in Tilehurst. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with lender approved solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move runs smoothly.

My father has suggested that I appoint his lawyers for conveyancing in Tilehurst. Should I use them?

Much as we are happy to recommend a Tilehurst conveyancing lawyer the ideal way to select a conveyancing solicitor is to seek referrals from friends or relatives who have actually experience in using the firm that you are are thinking of instructing.

I am looking at a couple of maisonettes in Tilehurst both have approximately 50 years remaining on the leases. Should I regard a short lease as a deal breaker?

There are plenty of short leases in Tilehurst. The lease is a right to use the premises for a period of time. As the lease gets shorter the marketability of the lease deteriorates and it becomes more expensive to acquire a lease extension. This is why it is often a good idea to extend the lease term. More often than not it is difficulties arise selling premises with a short lease as mortgage lenders may be reluctant to lend money on properties of this type. Lease enfranchisement can be a protracted process. We advise that you get professional assistance from a solicitor and surveyor with experience in this area.

I invested in buying a split level flat in Tilehurst, conveyancing having been completed half a dozen years ago. Can you work out an approximate cost of a lease extension? Comparable properties in Tilehurst with over 90 years remaining are worth £190,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £45 charged once a year. The lease ceases on 21st October 2087

With 62 years left to run we estimate the price of your lease extension to range between £17,100 and £19,800 plus plus your own and the landlord's "reasonable" professional fees.

The figure above a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we are not able to supply a more accurate figure without more comprehensive investigations. Do not use this information in tribunal or court proceedings. There are no doubt other issues that need to be taken into account and you obviously should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not move forward placing reliance on this information without first seeking the advice of a professional.

My partner and I have just found out that one of the directors of the firm acting on the purchase conveyancing in Tilehurst is related to the owners that we are purchasing from. Is this allowed?

On the basis that there is no conflict of interest this should be fine. If you are needing mortgage finance then the lender may have a say as many mortgage companies have specific requirements concerning this. For example for RBS (One Account) as of 24/2/2025, the requirements read as follows :