Buying or selling a house can be a very stressful experience and an expensive nightmare if it all goes wrong. Bannister Bates will ease the stress factor by being pivotal to the whole transaction.

Bannister Bates Property Lawyers will make the necessary enquiries with the local authority and deal with any planning issues affecting the property.

Bannister Bates Property Lawyers will also carry out any specific searches such as mining and contaminated land searches as necessary.

If your property is leasehold (particularly common when buying a flat) there will be detailed lease terms and conditions. Bannister Bates Property Lawyers will check these carefully and advise you what service charges and management costs you may have to pay.

Bannister Bates Property Lawyers will finalise all the contract details on your behalf and ensure your rights are protected.

If you are applying for a mortgage you will need an independant valuation of the property. Whether or not you need a mortgage it may pay you to appoint your own surveyor to check the property is structurally sound. Bannister Bates Property Lawyers can advise which surveyor to choose and the type of survey appropriate for the property you are purchasing.

There are associated legal matters you may need to consider... for instance, if you are buying a property jointly with your partner you will need advice on the basis upon which the property is to be owned between you. Bannister Bates Property Lawyers will help you every step of the way.