Buying commercial property: using a solicitor

Using a specialist commercial property solicitor helps you manage legal risk and secure a fair deal when buying business premises.

Why use a solicitor for buying commercial property?

Buying commercial property is a major investment, so it is important to understand the legal implications before you commit. A solicitor who specialises in commercial property law will explain the purchase contract in clear terms and ensure you understand your rights, obligations, and any risks before you sign.

You will need to pay legal fees for this service, so ask for a fee estimate at the start and include this cost in your overall project budget.

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What a commercial property solicitor does

A good commercial property solicitor will:

• confirm that the seller has a valid legal title and can transfer ownership to you, and check that you can use the premises for your intended business activities
• negotiate and agree contract terms that protect your interests, including key conditions, timescales, and responsibilities
• explain any contractual clauses and supporting documents, so you know exactly what you are agreeing to
• handle legal enquiries and correspondence with the seller’s solicitor to resolve any issues that arise
• carry out land and property searches to identify potential problems, such as restrictions, disputes, planning issues or rights of way
• arrange for a survey to be carried out, where required, and review any legal implications arising from the survey
• provide your bank or other lenders with the information they need to be satisfied that the property is a suitable security for finance
• manage the legal process through to completion so the purchase is finalised as efficiently as possible

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