Conveyancing – Buying and Selling Property
Our work includes:
- Purchase
- Sale
- New build plot purchases
- Help to Buy purchasers
- Shared ownership and other buyer initiatives
- Buying or selling additional land
- Auctions
- Other property services
New Build Plot purchases
We have acted for people buying new homes in the South East and London for over 20 years. Buying a new build property is different from buying from an individual. Many new build properties are sold “off plan” during the construction stage with buyers often having only seen the show home. Unlike most solicitors, we are very familiar with the concept and have helped thousands buy their new build property.
We are regularly recommended by developers so it is likely that we would have already acted on other properties on the development where you are buying. This means you will benefit from our existing knowledge of the site and the contractual documentation and our existing relationship with the developer and its solicitors. As a result of this, your fees will be less. You will also be on a tight deadline to exchange and our experience will enable us to help you meet it if you are able to.
The reasons to instruct us on your new build purchase:
Our Reputation and Expertise
- We are qualified and experienced conveyancers.
- We are on Developers’ panels for purchasers because we have the knowledge and determination to move your transaction to exchange quickly for you.
- We will carry out our work for you with a thorough and real understanding of the development.
Our Independence
- We earn the referral of work from Developers from merit, reputation and performance alone.
- We do not pay (nor indeed have ever paid) referral fees to a Developer for work.
- We act for you.
Our Awards
- We are accredited with the Conveyancing Quality Scheme. We are assessed annually by the Law Society for our expertise and quality of our service.
- We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
- We have Lexcel a practice quality mark for excellence in legal practice management and client care. We are independently assessed on a regular basis.
Our Transparency on Costs
- When we provide you with a quote for our fees, this will be all of our fees – there are no extra charges. We do not make additional charges for expediting completions, acting for Lenders or for postage and telephone calls.
- There are no hidden charges at Marsons Solicitors.
Help to Buy Scheme
One way to join the property market is through the Government Help to Buy scheme with an equity loan. These loans are only available for new build properties. Our new homes team have acted for purchasers of new homes for over 20 years and we will help you understand the terms and details about the Help to Buy Scheme.
Please see our guide to Help to Buy – Equity Loan.
As a first time buyer, you can also purchase any property with a Help to Buy ISA. Please note that Help to Buy ISAs closes to new savers on 30th November 2019. However, if you have a Help to Buy ISA prior to this date. You will be able to keep saving until November 2029 and claim your cash bonus from the Government until November 2029 towards the purchase of your property.
Please see our guide to Help to Buy ISA.
After 30th November 2019, this scheme is replaced by the lifetime ISA for first time buyers although saving for retirement. Often called a LISA. This is a similar product, but with more complex rules. Please seek advice from your independent financial adviser.
We have the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) as well as Lexcel accreditation. CQS provides a recognised quality standard for residential conveyancing teams and is assessed annually.
Shared Ownership and other buyer initiatives
We have in depth knowledge of the property purchase schemes on the market. These initiatives include shared ownership and shared equity schemes. We understand how shared ownership works and the aspects that are critical to make the matter progress as smoothly as possible for you.
Shared ownership can be a good way to get on the property ladder.
What is shared ownership – our guide.
We have the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) as well as Lexcel accreditation. CQS provides a recognised quality standard for residential conveyancing teams and is assessed annually.
Buying at Auction
Buying a property at auction involves acting at speed. Once your bid is accepted you are bound to purchase the property on the terms of your bid and the contract. At the fall of the hammer, you have exchanged contracts and 28 days later, you must complete or risk losing your deposit.
We act for you whether you are a newbie or a seasoned campaigner at the auctions!
Our skilled experienced team of conveyancers know the need for an effective and efficient service. It is always strongly advisable to obtain legal advice on the contents of an auction legal pack prior to committing to a purchase. Even if you decide to proceed without the legal pack being reviewed prior to auction day, we are able to assist with proceeding to completion.
Our guide to the legal process of buying at auction.
Our top tips for buying at auction.
Marsons Solicitors
Our skilled team of conveyancers have many years’ experience of providing a high quality, efficient service to clients in Kent, the South East, London and further afield. We recognise that time is important to you when you are buying and selling your home or investing in property. We also understand the frustration of not knowing what is going on – you can talk to us whenever you need to and we will make sure that you really know what is happening.
We provide a personal and good value service. We always tell you the amount of our fees – some Firms may look cheaper, but with us there are no hidden charges so no last minute surprises about how much it will cost you.
We will provide a personal and good value service.
We have the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) as well as Lexcel accreditation. CQS provides a recognised quality standard for residential conveyancing teams and is assessed annually.
Please call us on 020 8313 1300 to discuss your property.
