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Whatever your property challenge, we can solve it.Selling a property in Paignton
Your conveyancing solicitor's role, when selling a property in Paignton, will include:- Draft contracts – Your solicitor drafts the initial legal contract to be sent to the buyer's solicitor.
- Responding to enquiries – your solicitor responds to any questions the buyer's solicitor may have (this is where you'll find out if you are missing documents which can cause delays to your sale).
- Investigating issues – your solicitor may need to complete further investigation to try and satisfy them.
- Exchange contracts – once the buyer's solicitor has satisfied their enquiries, contracts are finalised and exchanged
- Day of completion – your solicitor receives the money for the sale, discharges the mortgage (if required), pays the estate agent, deducts their fee and then sends the net sale proceeds to you.
- Post completion – your solicitor receives the DS1 discharge documents and, when leasehold, settles your liabilities for ground rent and service charges.
Our conveyancing solicitors' cost for selling a property in Paignton starts from £723 INC VAT.
Buying a property in Paignton
- Draft contracts – Your solicitor reviews the draft contract sent by the seller's solicitor.
- Raising enquiries – your solicitor will ask the seller's solicitor questions based on the contract, title, and property documents to protect you from any nasty surprises.
- Exchange contracts – once your solicitor is satisfied in their enquiries, they agree with the seller to finalise and exchange contracts
- Day of completion – on the day of completion, your solicitor transfers the money for the sale.
- Post completion – following completion, your solicitor makes an application to the Land Registry to register you as the new owner.
Our conveyancing solicitors' cost for buying a property in Paignton starts from £723 INC VAT.
Add or remove someone from a property title in Paignton
With a Transfer of Equity, you can buy someone out of a shared property and remove them from the title, or add someone to the title, making them a joint owner.This service includes:
- Solicitors fees including ID checks, office copies
- Land Registration fees
- (if party being removed) ID1 Form verification fee
- (if mortgage) Change of mortgage fee
- (if leasehold) Notice fee to freeholder
If someone is giving up their share of the property for less than market value, they may be required to get independent legal advice, which will be an additional expense.
Switch your mortgage deal in Paignton
Your remortgage solicitor will perform all the necessary checks, review your new mortgage offer, and update the Land Registry post-completion.The process is similar to when you purchase but should take less time, as the solicitor doesn't need to raise any legal enquiries.
If you own a leasehold property, your solicitor must carry out extra work to investigate the lease terms.
Our conveyancing solicitors' cost for a remortgage in Paignton starts at £363 INC VAT INC VAT.
Purchase the next chunk of your equity
When you're ready to buy the next chunk of the equity in your shared ownership property, a conveyancer will be required to handle:- The bank transfer;
- obtaining a mortgage redemption statement from your existing lender;
- receiving your new mortgage offer and confirming the lender terms;
- receiving the memorandum of staircasing;
- handling completion;
- filing SDLT form (if required); and
- registration at the Land Registry.
If you need to add someone to the legal title, you will need to pay an additional fee for a transfer of equity.
Paying off your Help to Buy equity loan
You'll need a solicitor to:- Receive redemption letter;
- review title for ownership and restrictions;
- obtain Authority to Complete;
- draft a deed of postponement for your current lender;
- handling completion;
- bank transfer; and
- if repaid in full, removal of the loan restriction at the Land Registry.
Price based on a freehold with the loan being repaid in full using savings.
Why buy a home in Paignton?
Paignton is a seaside town and together with nearby Torquay and Brixham it forms the borough of Torbay which is often referred to as the English Riviera. It originated as a Celtic settlement and had a mention in the 1086 Domesday Book. It was initially a fishing village but it expanded rapidly with the arrival of the railway in 1859, merging with the villages of Goodrington and Preston. It continues to be a popular seaside destination.
Landmarks and attractions include the Torbay Picture House, Paignton Beach, Preston Sands, Paignton Pier, Oldway Mansion, the Festival Theatre, Paignton Zoo, the Dartmouth Steam Railway, Regatta Week and the Torbay Air Show.

Torbay Hospital, Newton Rd, Torquay TQ2 7AA
Brixham Hospital, Greenswood Rd, Brixham TQ5 9HW
Totnes Hospital, Coronation Rd, Totnes TQ9 5GH
Brixham Hospital, Greenswood Rd, Brixham TQ5 9HW
Totnes Hospital, Coronation Rd, Totnes TQ9 5GH

Paignton is easily accessed via the A385 and the A380, which links to the M5 just south of Exeter via the A38. You can travel to London Paddington via one change at Newton Abbot or Exeter Central and there are also coach services to major GB conurbations .
Distance to Airports from Paignton
Distance to Airports from Paignton
Airport | Miles by car |
Exeter Airport | 21.7 miles |
Plymouth Airport | 23.7 miles |
Cornwall Airport Newquay | 67.2 miles |

Paignton Community & Sports Academy, Borough Rd, Paignton TQ4 7DH
South Devon High School, Long Rd, Paignton TQ4 7EJ
Torbay School, 170b Torquay Rd, Preston, Paignton TQ3 2AL
South Devon High School, Long Rd, Paignton TQ4 7EJ
Torbay School, 170b Torquay Rd, Preston, Paignton TQ3 2AL
Conveyancing Solicitors in and around Paignton
Our Paignton conveyancing solicitors can help you with your conveyance locally or in any of the surrounding areas including Torquay, Plymouth, Exeter, Taunton, Barnstaple, Launceston and Honiton.

We have a number of offices throughout England and Wales so you can find a solicitor near you.

We have a number of offices throughout England and Wales so you can find a solicitor near you.
Recently completed properties in Paignton:
- Swannaton Road, Dartmouth TQ6 9RL
- Hillesdon Road, Torquay TQ1 1QQ
- Brakefield, TQ10 9PA
- Heathfield Terrace TQ13 9BA
- Storrs Close TQ13 9HR
New build developers and developments in the area:
- Broadleigh Park (2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes) – Launceston Road, Tavistock, PL19 8LH.
Developed by Cavanna Homes.
Paignton Property Prices
Average property price in Paignton | £213,908 |
Population of Paignton | 49,021 (2011) |
Property price data is sourced from the Land Registry House Price Index by Conveyancing Solicitors Paignton.

Property Conveyancer near me
When you search for conveyancing solicitors near me you may well wonder about the title of the legal professional you're looking to hire. Would property solicitors near me be more appropriate? How about just 'conveyancer near me'?Day-to-day, the vast majority of legal tasks required for a house move are carried out by several different people termed 'paralegals' and/or 'property conveyancers'. These terms refer to the fact that these professionals do not have formal membership - and qualifications - required to be either a solicitor, licensed conveyancer or legal executive.
Many of these individuals have many years of experience and keep your costs down by skilfully completing work at a lower rate than the solicitor who oversees the case, takes ultimate responsibility and signs-off the work.
Licensed conveyancers receive their accreditation from the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. They are quite distinct from conveyancers/paralegals in that they are officially qualified. You can think of them overall as people who act as qualified solicitors but purely in the conveyancing arena.
In contrast, a qualified solicitor acting in the conveyancing field has the general training that a solicitor has - e.g. in employment law - but has chosen to specialise in conveyancing. They have to be a member of the Law Society in order to practise.
In contrast, a qualified solicitor acting in the conveyancing field has the general training that a solicitor has - e.g. in employment law - but has chosen to specialise in conveyancing. They have to be a member of the Law Society in order to practise.
Why choose SAM Conveyancing Solicitors in Paignton?
Whether you're buying, selling, remortgaging, extending a lease, staircasing shared ownership, or paying off your help to buy loan, you'll need a conveyancer to handle the legal side of things. With SAM you get the benefit of dedicated conveyancing executive who'll guide you through the process, from start to finish, at no extra cost. Available Monday to Saturday to answer all your questions, we'll bridge the gap between you and your solicitor, with regular updates in plain English.
We have hand selected some of the best conveyancing solicitors Paignton has to offer, which are backed by a no sale no fee guarantee and the Paignton conveyancing fee we quote is broken down so you can see exactly what your quote includes. What we quote you is the fixed price you will pay for the agreed work. No unpleasant surprises.
You'll also benefit form our state of the art Online Conveyancing Process to track your progress and next steps along the way.
We have hand selected some of the best conveyancing solicitors Paignton has to offer, which are backed by a no sale no fee guarantee and the Paignton conveyancing fee we quote is broken down so you can see exactly what your quote includes. What we quote you is the fixed price you will pay for the agreed work. No unpleasant surprises.
You'll also benefit form our state of the art Online Conveyancing Process to track your progress and next steps along the way.
Affordable Housing Schemes
There are a number of affordable housing schemes in Paignton to help make buying a property more achievable. The work is more complex and we have specialist conveyancing solicitors to handle the following:
- Shared Ownership Solicitors
- Right to Buy Solicitors Paignton - speak to Torbay Council to find out if you are eligible
- Discount Market Sale Paignton - check with Torbay Council if they are running a DMS scheme
Property Solicitors Paignton
You can rest assured that you're in good hands with our Conveyancing Solicitors Paignton. They are skilled and experienced with complex transactions from a simple purchase for a property in Paignton to a Sale and Purchase of a shared ownership property, executing a Deed of Trust simultaneously.
Are you buying or selling a short lease in Paignton?
If there are 80 years or less on the Paignton leasehold, it will be harder to mortgage. Whether you're buying or selling, you should consider extending the lease, which may be done before, during, or in some cases after the transaction.Our specialist leasehold solicitors Paignton have vast experience handling the extension of a short lease for the buyer or the seller, speak to a SAM advisor to get an inclusive fixed fee quote for leasehold conveyancing or share of freehold conveyancing today. Property Challenges Solved.
Frequently Asked Questions: Conveyancing Solicitors Paignton
Average conveyancing fees in London can be slightly higher than the rest of the country. Depending on the price of the property and the complexity of the transaction you could pay several hundred to a couple of thousand pounds. Our conveyancing fees in Paignton start at £723 INC VAT.
Fill in our easy online form for a fixed quote, tailored to your requirements.
Fill in our easy online form for a fixed quote, tailored to your requirements.
It's not necessary to have a local conveyancing solicitor as the process is the same throughout England and Wales. You should prioritise service and efficiency over proximity to Paignton, when choosing your conveyancing solicitor.
There are many factors which can delay conveyancing in Paignton. A very simple transaction can be completed in less than two months, but the average is closer to 12-16 weeks.
CQS Accreditation
All our panel solicitors are CQS accredited. You can trust the Conveyancing Quality Scheme for the highest standards of conveyancing.Fixed Fee
Don't bother with an 'estimate' fee. You want to make sure that your total fee is fixed (they can't charge you more later) and it includes all the necessary components. We build your quote based on each of the costs involved in a standard transaction based on the information you give us, with no sneaky extra fees. If you have additional requirements, speak with a helpful team member to ensure everything you need is covered within your quote.No Sale No Fee
Choose a conveyancing solicitor in Paignton who offers a No Sale No Fee Guarantee, like ours. If your first sale or purchase falls through, the money you've spent with us will go toward your next one. Terms apply.Reviews
Check out their reviews to be sure they provide a good service and meet their timescales.Communication
Not knowing what is going on is the most frustrating thing for a client. Many solicitors are too busy doing legal work to answer all their clients call for updates. With SAM Conveyancing, you'll have a dedicated conveyancing executive available Monday to Saturday. They'll keep you in the loop on progress, translate the legal jargon, chase your solicitor when required and email you about milestones.Value
Get a fully comprehensive quote covering all your needs so you can accurately compare your options to ensure you're paying a good price. Online conveyancing is just as safe as you protect your data on the internet, as you would in any other transaction. Online conveyancing means speedier turnaround times on documents, more convenient meetings and lower running costs for the firm. We pass our savings on to you.
Yes, if you're buying and selling at the same time, the same conveyancing solicitor can handle both transactions, which will save you money, as you'll only have to do the 'new client' admin once.
1. Get a mortgage in principle
Know what you can afford to save wasting time on any false-starts.2. Instruct your conveyancing solicitor before you make your offer
Waiting till after your offer is accepted can delay your transaction. As early as possible, inform them of any details, such as gifted deposits. Using an online service cuts down on snail mail delays and waiting for physical meetings, which can be conducted by video call.3. Apply for your mortgage quickly
As soon as your offer is accepted, you can submit your application. An independent broker can help speed this along.4. Order your searches and surveys
Ordering these early can speed up your conveyancing process, especially if local authorities face delays. However, it is usually considered prudent to time this with the rest of your chain if a transaction falls through.5. Get your building insurance ready
You'll need insurance from the exchange so research & compare insurance quotes, once your solicitor is instructed.6. Paperwork (When selling)
Ensure you have your paperwork, including energy performance & FENSA certificates.
The largest towns in the county, other than the city of Exeter, include Plymouth (a city twice as large in population as Exeter and which is its own unitary authority), Torquay, Paignton, Exmouth, Newton Abbot and Barnstaple.
The county has one motorway, the M5 (connecting Exeter with Birmingham), and Exeter has an international airport. There are 3 universities in the county: the University of Exeter, the University of Plymouth and the University of St Mark & St John.
The county contains the national parks of Dartmoor and Exmoor (shared with Somerset). Devon is famous for cream teas and has its own form of wrestling. It also contains the only place with an exclamation mark in its name in the UK - Westward Ho!
*Mortgage lenders choose which solicitors they will or won't work with. Our panel solicitors are on 99% of mortgage lender panels. Our panel solicitors are currently not on the panel for Kent Reliance (when buying through Shared Ownership) and the Islamic Development Bank. Tell us who your lender is and we will assign you an approved panel solicitor.
**Our panel of solicitors are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and conveyancing work is accredited with the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme.
***No Sale No Fee applies to any sale or purchase quote except auction and right to buy. Read our No Sale No Fee Policy.
**Our panel of solicitors are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and conveyancing work is accredited with the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme.
***No Sale No Fee applies to any sale or purchase quote except auction and right to buy. Read our No Sale No Fee Policy.
What are the conveyancing costs?
Paignton Conveyancing Solicitor fees vary between online conveyancing solicitors, high street conveyancers or housing solicitors introduced by your estate agent.
The actual conveyancing costs, outside of the legal work, should be fixed, including:
For buyers: stamp duty, land registration, property searches, ID searches and leasehold charges (if buying a leasehold property).
For sellers: office copies, title plan and management information (if selling a leasehold property).
Make sure to budget for all of the above conveyancing costs and to get a fixed fee conveyancing quote from several firms, to compare value.
Making the right choice of solicitor is key to the whole process:
The actual conveyancing costs, outside of the legal work, should be fixed, including:
For buyers: stamp duty, land registration, property searches, ID searches and leasehold charges (if buying a leasehold property).
For sellers: office copies, title plan and management information (if selling a leasehold property).
Make sure to budget for all of the above conveyancing costs and to get a fixed fee conveyancing quote from several firms, to compare value.
Making the right choice of solicitor is key to the whole process:
Which Property Searches Do You Need?
If you're buying a property in Paignton using a mortgage, when your four main searches are returned these may in turn flag up other areas of concern, such as Japanese Knotweed, for which you may be advised to take out an indemnity insurance policy.
Japanese Knotweed is a plant which spreads and grows prodigiously and can break through concrete and brickwork. Even after eradication treatment has been carried out it can reappear years later. A free Hazard Alert automatically identifies if the property you're looking to buy is in an area of low, medium or high risk, based on data from the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology.
Based on the Hazard Alert findings, you can order an insurance policy to help protect future buyers and lenders in the event that Japanese Knotweed is identified on the property within 5 years.
If Japanese Knotweed is flagged as an issue you should check the seller’s property information form (section 7) [click to find out more] when they are sent through as the sellers state whether the property has been affected by Japanese Knotweed.