We are always that step ahead ensuring we are alert with any hidden problems that arise down the line. With our pro-active, straightforward and personal approach to property matters, our aim is to complete your transaction as soon as is reasonably possible.
Selling or buying a property at auction is becoming increasingly popular. We offer prompt and professional service in respect of any property you may wish to sell or buy at auction.
We offer a pre-auction pack review so if you are buying at auction, you can proceed with your bid in the peace of mind that your risk and costs in relation to your proposed purchase are known and understood.
We will guide you step by step, offering advice that will help you make the right decisions and achieve a positive outcome for you. Mortgage providers will want to ensure you can meet any repayments and by working closely with you, we can gain a thorough understanding of your situation and guide you along the way.
Stages of the process for the purchase of Freehold properties
The precise stages involved in the purchase of a residential property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have suggested some key stages that you may wish to include:
- Take your instructions and give you initial advice
- Check finances are in place to fund purchase and contact lender’s solicitors if needed
- Receive and advise on contract documents
- Carry out searches
- Obtain further planning documentation if required
- Make any necessary enquiries of seller’s solicitor
- Give you advice on all documents and information received
- Go through conditions of mortgage offer with you
- Send final contract to you for signature
- Agree completion date (date from which you own the property)
- Exchange contracts and notify you that this has happened
- Arrange for all monies needed to be received from lender and you
- Complete purchase
- Deal with payment of Stamp Duty/Land Tax
- Deal with application for registration at Land Registry
Stages of the process for the purchase of Leasehold Properties
The precise stages involved in the purchase of a residential leasehold property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have suggested some key stages that you may wish to include:
- Take your instructions and give you initial advice
- Check finances are in place to fund purchase and contact lender’s solicitors if needed
- Receive and advise on contract documents
- Carry out searches
- Obtain further planning documentation if required
- Make any necessary enquiries of seller’s solicitor
- Give you advice on all documents and information received
- Go through conditions of mortgage offer
- Send final contract to you for signature
- Draft Transfer
- Advise you on joint ownership
- Obtain pre-completion searches
- Agree completion date (date from which you own the property)
- Exchange contracts and notify you that this has happened
- Arrange for all monies needed to be received from lender and you
- Complete purchase
- Deal with payment of Stamp Duty/Land Tax
- Deal with application for registration at Land Registry
Our fee assumes that:
- this is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including for example (but not limited to) a defect in title which requires remedying prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transaction
- this is the assignment of an existing lease and is not the grant of a new lease
- the transaction is concluded in a timely manner and no unforeseen complication arise
- all parties to the transaction are co-operative and there is no unreasonable delay from third parties providing documentation
- no indemnity policies are required. Additional disbursements may apply if indemnity policies are required.
Stages of the process for the sale of Freehold properties
The precise stages involved in the sale of a residential property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have suggested some key stages that you may wish to include:
- Take your instructions and give you initial advice
- Check finances are in place to discharge mortgages if needed
- Research title and issue contact documents
- Reply to any necessary enquiries from the purchaser’s solicitor
- Give you advice on all documents and information received
- Send final contract to you for signature
- Agree completion date (date from which you will no longer own the property)
- Exchange contracts and notify you that this has happened
- Arrange for all monies needed to be received from the purchaser’s solicitors
- Complete sale
- Deal with discharging the mortgage (if applicable)
Stages of the process for the sale of Leasehold Properties
The precise stages involved in the sale of a residential leasehold property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have suggested some key stages that you may wish to include:
- Take your instructions and give you initial advice
- Check finances are in place to discharge mortgages if needed
- Research title and issue contact documents
- Reply to any necessary enquiries from the purchaser’s solicitor
- Contact the freeholder to ascertain their requirements in relation to the sale
- Give you advice on all documents and information received
- Send final contract to you for signature
- Agree completion date (date from which you will no longer own the property)
- Exchange contracts and notify you that this has happened
- Arrange for all monies needed to be received from the purchaser’s solicitors
- Complete sale
- Deal with discharging the mortgage (if applicable)
Our fee assumes that:
- this is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including for example (but not limited to) a defect in title which requires remedying prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transaction
- this is the assignment of an existing lease and is not the grant of a new lease
- the transaction is concluded in a timely manner and no unforeseen complication arise
- all parties to the transaction are co-operative and there is no unreasonable delay from third parties providing documentation
How long will my house sale and purchase take?
How long it will take from your offer being accepted until you can move in to your house will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 8 to 12 weeks.
It can be quicker or slower, depending on the parties in the chain. For example, if you are a first time buyer, purchasing a new build property with a mortgage in principle, it could take less time. However, if you are buying a leasehold property that requires an extension of the lease, this can take longer In such, a situation additional charges would apply.
Stages of the process for Re-mortgaging properties
The precise stages involved in the remortgage of a residential property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have suggested some key stages that you may wish to include:
- Take your instructions and give you initial advice
- Check finances are in place to fund the remortgage
- Carry out searches
- Obtain further planning documentation if required
- Give you advice on all documents and information received
- Go through conditions of mortgage offer with you
- Arrange for all monies needed to be received from lender and you
- Complete remortgage
- Deal with application for registration at Land Registry
How long will my house Remortgage take?
How long it will take will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 3 to 6 weeks.
It can be quicker or slower, depending on whether you have a mortgage in principle or own a leasehold property that requires an extension of the lease, which can take longer In such, a situation additional charges may apply.
Residential Property Services
- Conveyancing
- House Sale & Purchases
- Mortgage & Re-mortgage
- Part Exchange
- Transfer of Ownership
- Transfer of Equity
- Boundary Disputes
- Landlord & Tenant Disputes
- Declaration of Trust Deed
- Lease Extensions
- Flats & Apartments
- New Build Properties
- Right to Buy Schemes
- Buy to Let Sales & Purchases
We love to talk to our clients, and we are proud that much of our work comes from personal recommendation; we have a highly experienced and approachable conveyancing team who will offer practical advice on addressing any concerns or queries as the transaction progresses.
Cost-effective & efficient
By working closely with you, we have a thorough understanding of your situation and, along with our specialist knowledge of conveyancing matters, our commitment is to ensure that we guide you along the most cost-effective and stress-free route possible.
Contact us
For a free, no-obligation conveyancing quote click the button below. Alternatively, call us 0800 294 4410 or via email at info@marsdenrawsthorn.com.
We are a Preston and Chorley based firm of solicitors offering a wide range of conveyancing services to clients throughout Lancashire and the UK.
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