THP THREE QUESTIONS: SUPRIYA SHARMA, RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY SOLICITOR
We believe one of the keys to giving our clients a personal service tailored to their needs is getting to know who they are. So we’ve turned the tables by asking each member of our staff three questions so you can learn more about them. Meet Supriya Panayi, a Residential Property solicitor based in our Bell Street office in Henley.
WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST JOB?
My first proper job (I’m not counting my summer job working in Clarks shoes) was as a legal secretary in the conveyancing department of a Henley law firm. I didn’t know it then, but that job would form the basis of my career. I went on to work in residential property teams in law firms across the Thames Valley, before a decade later, returning to Henley, now as a qualified solicitor, at THP. I love the area and the local residents, so it’s good to be back. It just goes to show that life is a circle, not a straight line!
What does a Residential Property Solicitor do?
In a nutshell, we transfer property ownership from one person to another. That sounds simple, but it is a complicated process as it involves a lot of legal enquiries, searches, scrutiny, and administration to ensure that the relevant law is complied with. In addition to the conveyancing, there are many more compliance requirements than there used to be, and these are mandatory, such as checking on sources of funds to prevent money laundering, ID verifications, etc. We are also here to advise our clients and ask questions of the other side. We produce reports highlighting any risks or issues so our clients can make informed decisions before proceeding with a property transaction.
What has been your biggest personal achievement?
Well, not to be boring (I honestly have other interests other than property), but my biggest achievement is saving up enough money to buy my first house on my own. I was determined to get on the property ladder by the age of 30, but all my early savings went into paying for the fees for my legal qualifications, so once that was out of the way, I had to start from scratch again. I just met my self-set target by buying my house at 29. It’s still a buzz to be a homeowner, and I can relate to the first-time buyers I advise as they yo-yo between nerves and excitement as we progress through their first house purchase. I’ve now got a new goal to pay off my mortgage by 45…we’ll see how that goes!
You can find out more about Supriya here.
OUR RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY TEAM
THP Solicitors residential property team, one of the largest in the Thames Valley, is led by Rachel Gaylor and is focused on service, communication and the application of a common-sense approach to getting the job done with as little stress as possible for everyone involved.
Our residential property team cover the full spectrum of conveyancing transactions, including:
- Sales & Purchases
- Transfers of Equity
- Remortgages & Refinancing
- Equity Releases & Lifetime Mortgages
- Leasehold Enfranchisement & Extensions
- Ownership & Rights of Way
- Affordable Housing & Shared Ownership
- Retirement Properties
- Declaration of Trust
Our team is made up of experienced Solicitors, Legal Executives, Conveyancers and support staff and we pride ourselves on providing a style of service that is tailored to you, because no two transactions are the same. We act for a wide range of clients from first-time buyers to clients who own portfolios of buy-to-let properties.
The majority of our work comes through recommendations from clients and unpaid referrals from local property agents who recognise the experience and professionalism with which we all deal with matters and the levels of service that we provide. Whilst we always seek to work collaboratively with Estate Agents and other industry professionals, we seek recommendations on our merit, not because anyone is being paid to say we are good.
Our fees are transparent and reflect the service we promise. There are no ‘add-ons’ or hidden fees, so no nasty surprises along the way.
We are members of The Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme and are on the panels of all major the lenders.
If you would like a quote for conveyancing, please contact us by phone on READING: 0118 975 6622 or HENLEY: 01491 570 900 or email us at ResidentialQueries@THPSolicitors.co.uk