Conveyancing in Horsham
Conveyancing is the legal process for transferring the ownership of property from one party to another, or the legal work involved in a transfer of equity or remortgage. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Horsham, you're in the right place. Get a fast & proactive solicitor from a nationwide panel of conveyancing experts.
We have helped Horsham and West Sussex 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: Cranleigh, Gatwick, Haywards Heath and Worthing
Buying property in Horsham
A market town in West Sussex, Horsham is known for its Horsham Museum & Art Gallery, Horsham Park, and the nearby South Downs. Horsham has a railway station, providing links to London and Portsmouth. Horsham has a population of approximately 58,000.
Council Tax in Horsham (2023/24)
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,405.90 |
| B | £1,640.22 |
| C | £1,874.53 |
| D | £2,108.85 |
| E | £2,577.48 |
| F | £3,046.12 |
| G | £3,514.75 |
| H | £4,217.70 |
What do Horsham conveyancing solicitors do?
For a property purchase, a property lawyer will take care of the technical side of the transaction.
Your lawyer will raise enquires of the seller, order searches, review the contract of sale and handle post-completion tasks, including HMLR registration and paying SDLT.
Horsham conveyancing solicitors would also undertake searches for flood risk.
Will you be taking out a mortgage?
As part of the conveyancing process, your solicitor also has to handle legal due diligence on behalf of the bank or building society. If your lawyer isn't accepted on your mortgage provider's panel, it may take weeks longer to purchase your property.
More than 100 lenders have approved our chosen panel lawyers. We can help you complete your Horsham transaction smoothly.
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Around half a million listed properties exist across the country - around 1,830 of which are in Horsham District Council. Listed buildings and properties in and around Horsham include: Buying a listed building is not a decision to be taken lightly. Examples of the duties that listed building owners face include use of traditional methods and materials for maintenance, and required consent for landscaping. Our expert conveyancing solicitor panel will explain to you the commitments a listed building owner must make. Read more:Listed buildings
Buying a leasehold property
Buying a leasehold flat in the UK requires a number of extra steps when compared to buying a freehold. The numerous common problems lying in wait for an uninformed purchaser can include legally technical issues like unreasonable managing agent fees and onerous clauses in the lease.
A leasehold solicitor 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 property in Horsham
As part of the property selling process in Horsham, your conveyancing solicitor will prepare vital paperwork, including the draft contract and the TA6 and TA10 property information forms, and help you fill out this paperwork.
Responsibilities include sorting out potential snags, answering the buyer's solicitor's enquiries and redeeming the mortgage. The solicitor will also coordinate with all stakeholders, including agents, managing agents and lenders, ensuring that the sale completes quickly.Is there anything to be aware of if selling a leasehold property in Horsham?
The conveyancing process for a leasehold property is quite a lot more specialised than for a more straightforward freehold house.
The complexities of leasehold mean conveyancing solicitors in Horsham will usually undertake extra work, such as getting an up-to-date service charge statement, through to reserve fund details.
In order to resolve any leasehold problems faster, It is highly recommended that the vendor contact a property lawyer as soon as is practicable.
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgage conveyancing
The Bank of England's current base rate is 5.25% (25 April, 2024)
Before instructing, double check your solicitor's lender panel membership.
We work with solicitors who are members of all major lenders' panels, so whether you are changing to a 25-year mortgage with TSB or taking out a guarantor mortgage from Bluestone, we can assist.
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Transferring Equity in Horsham
If you are planning to make changes to the ownership of your property, whether you are transferring the ownership of a property to your children, dealing with inheritance tax planning or buying out an ex-partner after a separation, you will need to transfer equity. Your conveyancer will complete all the necessary paperwork for a fixed fee.
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What are typical Horsham conveyancing fees?
It only takes a minute to get a conveyancing quote online, but knowing what's actually included can be complex.
Conveyancing legal fees
The conveyancing quote will set out the legal fees (inc. VAT) that you'll pay when your transaction completes. These fees are paid to your solicitor for the work they carry out for you.
Disbursements (costs payable to third parties)
The conveyancing quote should also include any disbursements, which are third-party costs, including Local authority searches, Stamp Duty or a British waterways search.
Is it a fixed fee quote?
Beware of hidden fees or extra charges, when comparing quotes. Some firms set out additional charges in the small print. This can mean a final bill that is higher than the original quote.
