Once we start thinking about moving house, I suspect most of us get caught up pretty quickly in the excitement - of decluttering, looking, viewing, deciding what offer to make, whether to accept, etc etc. All of which typically come before choosing a conveyancing solicitor which comes later. As a result it's only once the process is well underway that problems can come to light, which then become time consuming and expensive to resolve, yet with a bit of preparation might have been avoided!
To the rescue comes Scott Bailey's new Guide to Buying and Selling Your Home, with an introduction which includes additional points about how selling or buying in the New Forest bring a few additional quirks in terms of complexity! Read on...
Helpful tips for how to prepare, whether you're buying or selling
The Scott Bailey guide to buying and selling a home in the New Forest
With a unique blend of ancient woodland, open moorland, scenic coastline, and charming villages, it’s no wonder the New Forest remains one of the most sought-after places to live in the South of England. Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing, buying your first home, or investing in a peaceful holiday cottage, property transactions in the area can come with a few quirks – so it pays to understand the local landscape before you begin.
Why the New Forest is a little different
Buying in a National Park often brings additional considerations. Depending on where your prospective home is located, you may need to account for:
- planning restrictions around extensions or renovations;
- conservation areas and listed buildings;
- flood risks and environmental protection;
- tree preservation orders or ancient woodland boundaries;
- rights of common or restrictive covenants.
While these shouldn’t put you off, they can certainly affect what you’re able to do with the property in future, so it’s worth getting clear advice early on.
The value of local expertise
Working with a local conveyancer who knows the area well can make all the difference. Scott Bailey’s excellent team will stay ahead of potential issues specific to the New Forest - from identifying unusual boundaries to dealing with unregistered land or restrictive titles. We understand the value of working with someone who understands the local authority systems – it can speed up the process and significantly reduce your stress levels!
Understanding the legal process
We recently published a blog that outlines the full conveyancing process with up-to-date timeframes, useful advice and guidance on how to speed the process up.
Read the full blog here
If you choose to work with Scott Bailey when buying or selling your property, our conveyancers will keep you updated on where you are in the process without you having to chase. It’s very important to work with a conveyancer who acts in your best interests throughout.
Free guide: what to expect when buying or selling your home
If you’re about to buy or sell property, we’ve created a free, jargon-free guide to help you understand the full conveyancing process.
Download it here!
Need some advice?
The property team at Scott Bailey LLP has been helping people buy and sell homes in the New Forest for over 70 years. From first-time buyers to large estates, we’re here to help make your move as smooth as possible.
Find out more about our conveyancing services here: https://www.scottbailey.co.uk/for-you/conveyancing
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About Scott Bailey LLP
Founded in 1930, Scott Bailey has grown to become a leading firm in the New Forest, providing a full range of legal services to private individuals and businesses. Services for individuals include Residential Conveyancing, Divorce, Family, Wills Trusts & Probate, Litigation & Disputes.
SME business legal services include Corporate, Commercial, Intellectual Property, Dispute Resolution, Landlord & Tenant, Insolvency and Employment Law. Scott Bailey LLP is one of only a very few firms based in the New Forest providing these specialist services.
The first firm in the region to receive the Law Society's prestigious LEXCEL award for high standards of practice management and customer care, Scott Bailey LLP promises top-quality, professional help from a team of expert solicitors who will put your best interests at the heart of their work.
Scott Bailey was delighted and proud to win "Business of the Year" at the 2023 New Forest Brilliance in Business Awards.
