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Look no further for your conveyancing solicitor in St Austell
Whatever your property challenge, we can solve it.Selling a property in St Austell
Your conveyancing solicitor's role, when selling a property in St Austell, 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 St Austell starts from £723 INC VAT.
Buying a property in St Austell
- 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 St Austell starts from £723 INC VAT.
Add or remove someone from a property title in St Austell
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 St Austell
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 St Austell 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 St Austell?
St Austell is one of the largest towns in Cornwall and was originally a medieval church town. It was for centuries an important mining town which brought additional commercial and service functions to surrounding area. Within the town there is a variety of places to visit such as notable buildings and houses which include The Parish Church, Thin End and The old Town Hall which is built in the Italian Renaissance style.
Popular places to visit nearby include The Lost Gardens of Heligan and the Eden Project which is now the most popular tourist attraction in Cornwall as well as St Austell Brewery which is known as one of the oldest businesses in the county.

St Austell Hospital, Saint Austell PL26 6AA
St Austell Community Hospital, Porthpean Rd, Saint Austell PL26 6AA
Newquay Hospital, St Thomas' Rd, Newquay TR7 1RQ
St Austell Community Hospital, Porthpean Rd, Saint Austell PL26 6AA
Newquay Hospital, St Thomas' Rd, Newquay TR7 1RQ

St Austell is accessible by car via the A390 and the A391. St Austell is also accessible by rail from London Paddington Station.
Distance to Airports from St Austell
Distance to Airports from St Austell
Airport | Miles by car |
Exeter | 68.42 miles |
Cardiff Airport | 96.67 miles |
Bristol | 142.4 miles |

Poltair School, Trevarthian Rd, Saint Austell PL25 4BZ
Penrice Academy, Charlestown Rd, St Austell PL25 3NR
Sandy Hill Academy, Sandy Hill, Saint Austell PL25 3AT
Penrice Academy, Charlestown Rd, St Austell PL25 3NR
Sandy Hill Academy, Sandy Hill, Saint Austell PL25 3AT
Conveyancing Solicitors in and around St Austell
Our St Austell conveyancing solicitors can help you with your conveyance locally or in any of the surrounding areas including Mount Charles, Boscoppa, Carclaze, Charlestown, Tregorrick, Trewhiddle and East Hill.

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 St Austell:
- Graham Ave, Saint Austell PL25 4LZ
- Poltair Ave, Saint Austell PL25 4LY
- Lostwood Rd, Saint Austell PL25 4JR
- Park Way, Saint Austell PL25 4HR
- Penhaligon Way, Saint Austell PL25 3AR
New build developers and developments in the area:
- Tregorrick Way (house) – Porthpean Road, Charlestown, St Austell.
Developed by Wainhomes.
St Austell Property Prices
Average property price in St Austell | £225,687 |
Population of St Austell | 19,958 (2011) |
Property price data is sourced from the Land Registry House Price Index by Conveyancing Solicitors St Austell.

Property Solicitors near me
Before the internet finding conveyancing solicitors near me would have meant to consult your local phone book or just to take a walk down your local high street to find your conveyancer near me.Before modern ID checking processes your local conveyancing solicitors would need to meet with you to confirm who you were as part of their money laundering and 'Know Your Client' checks. Solicitors previously used to use this time to talk through the transaction with you in person - a part of the service that was reflected within their conveyancing solicitors fees. Nowadays, the legal process can be completed without face to face meetings, using online ID checks and new ID process.
Old School?
We would argue that modern electronic checking procedures are more rigorous and reliable and certainly faster. Although local knowledge becomes critical when choosing your RICS surveyor for a home buyers survey, your solicitor in all cases, whether they're a 'conveyancing solicitor near me' or based 200 miles away will carry out their work by processing documents and forms, virtually all of which can be obtained and/or transmitted electronically.
There is no need for them to be based locally and you'll usually find that conveyancer near me will charge extra for business conducted 'in person' - such as ID checking - and that their time is better spent focusing on the paperwork. We welcome queries from our clients and act as the vital link between you and your solicitor which means you're kept in the loop and your solicitor is fully engaged in getting your move completed as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Why choose SAM Conveyancing Solicitors in St Austell?
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 St Austell has to offer, which are backed by a no sale no fee guarantee and the St Austell 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 St Austell has to offer, which are backed by a no sale no fee guarantee and the St Austell 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 St Austell 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 St Austell - speak to Cornwall Council to find out if you are eligible
- Discount Market Sale St Austell - check with Cornwall Council if they are running a DMS scheme
Property Solicitors St Austell
You can rest assured that you're in good hands with our Conveyancing Solicitors St Austell. They are skilled and experienced with complex transactions from a simple purchase for a property in St Austell to a Sale and Purchase of a shared ownership property, executing a Deed of Trust simultaneously.
We have specialist St Austell leasehold conveyancing solicitors to handle your sale & purchase of a leasehold property, as well as lease extensions and creation, sale, or purchase of a St Austell share of freehold property.
Due to the additional legal work surrounding the lease and terms, your quote will be calculated based on the tenure, so as long as you give us the correct details when getting your St Austell leasehold conveyancing quote with the simple form above, this will be included in your initial quote, not a surprise addition later on. Property Challenges Solved.
Due to the additional legal work surrounding the lease and terms, your quote will be calculated based on the tenure, so as long as you give us the correct details when getting your St Austell leasehold conveyancing quote with the simple form above, this will be included in your initial quote, not a surprise addition later on. Property Challenges Solved.
Frequently Asked Questions: Conveyancing Solicitors St Austell
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 St Austell 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 St Austell, when choosing your conveyancing solicitor.
There are many factors which can delay conveyancing in St Austell. 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 St Austell 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.
Cornwall is a peninsula with no motorways, few trunk roads (A39 and A30 are among them), a limited railway network and a small airport in Newquay. The main transport hub is Truro and both Truro and Penzance have some direct railway services to London Paddington.
Cornwall has some beautiful coastal villages and towns including, for example, St Ives and Falmouth. Land's End is a popular tourist destination and is the starting point for people tackling the journey, whether on foot, bike or motorbike, to John O'Groats, the most northerly village in Scotland.
There is one university, Falmouth University, as well as sites of the University of Exeter. Cornwall is a place of many festivals - there are frequent festivals at the Lizard, for example, and Porthcurno is the site of the Minack Theatre, an open-air amphitheatre, constructed above a gully with a rocky granite outcrop jutting into the sea. Surfing is also very popular in the county.
*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?
St Austell 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:
Why do you need a No Sale No Fee guarantee?
Although the majority of conveyancing transactions complete, as much as a third do not, for a variety of reasons. Gazumping and gazundering are still facts of life and a surveyor's findings can sometimes make a prospective buyer pull out before exchange of contracts, for example.
The beauty of our No Sale No Fee guarantee is that you can rest assured that you can either find another property to buy as a purchaser or find another buyer for your property as a seller and won't be charged for the work done to that point.