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Help and advice

What is the average time for conveyancing?

It typically takes around 12-16 weeks, although it can take longer, for example, if there’s a delay on getting searches returned. The conveyancing process may be shorter if you are a cash buyer. Take a look at our conveyancing timeline for more information on the steps involved, common reasons for delays and how to avoid them.

Is leasehold conveyancing more expensive?

Yes. Conveyancing on a leasehold property is usually more expensive because your solicitor has to complete extra work checking the length and obligations of the lease, liaising with the landlord/freeholder to serve notices on them or the managing agent, and getting further information about the service charge or management details. 

Does my conveyancer need to be on my lender’s panel?

Yes. Before choosing a conveyancing solicitor for your home purchase, you must check whether the solicitor is an approved member of your mortgage lender’s panel. Failure to do so could seriously delay your move. But don’t worry, you can compare quotes for panel solicitors by using our quote form above.

How much do conveyancing fees cost?

Average conveyancing fees when buying a house range from around £500-£1150 plus disbursements. These disbursements could add on up to £700 or even more. While conveyancing costs when selling average between around £610-£950. You can make sure you’re getting the best price by comparing conveyancing quotes.

What should conveyancing quotes include?

It’s important to compare conveyancing quotes to get a good deal. All conveyancing quotes should show a clear breakdown of the legal fees and disbursements. Legal fees are paid to your solicitor or licensed conveyancer for the legal work they carry out. Disbursements are costs from third-parties, such as Stamp Duty Land Tax and local property searches. Quotes will also include the small print for you to read before you sign. Carefully check the small print to ensure there are no significant charges that will get tacked on later down the line.

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Conveyancing explained

The conveyancing process is an essential aspect of buying and/or selling a property. It refers to all the legal aspects of moving house and administrative work associated with legally transferring ownership of the property from a seller to a buyer. Conveyancing can be a complex process, which is why it’s important to have a property solicitor or a licensed conveyancer on your side to guide you through the process.

Why do I need a conveyancer?

You’re probably wondering: do I need a solicitor or conveyancer? Both solicitors and Licensed Conveyancers are fully regulated and insured. In terms of handling your property transaction they will operate to almost identical conveyancing practices and procedures. However conveyancing is best undertaken by specialist conveyancing solicitors or licensed conveyancers who act on behalf of a buyer or seller.

Here at the HomeOwners Alliance we have partnered with Reallymoving to provide instant quotes from a panel of over 70 quality conveyancing solicitors and Licensed Conveyancers. Their conveyancing firms are ready to move quickly on your house sale, purchase or remortgage and are regulated by the Solicitors Regulations Authority or the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. They credit check every company and have thousands of reviews supplied by previous clients. On average, they save users £389 per transaction.

When does conveyancing start?

The process will start once an offer is accepted on a property and will finish once all relevant contracts have been signed and money transfers have been completed. Whether you’re the buyer or seller, you’ll want to have your conveyancing solicitor lined up and ready to go as soon as possible after this point.

How long does conveyancing take?

On average, the process takes between 12-16 weeks. But the length of the conveyancing process can vary depending on a variety of factors, such as how long local searches take to return, how quickly the two parties responds to enquiries, and the complexity of the case e.g. leasehold property take longer to complete.

Do I need conveyancing to remortgage?

You won’t always need a conveyancing solicitor if you remortgage. If you’re just getting an advance (i.e. borrowing more on your existing mortgage deal with your existing lender) then there are no legal charges involved in the transaction. Likewise, if you remortgage with your current lender, by simply moving to a new rate or deal, it’s considered a “product transfer” and requires no additional legal work.

But otherwise, yes, a remortgage will require you to have a solicitor or conveyancer, to help with the legal side of your remortgage.

Buy to Let conveyancing

Buy-to-let conveyancing is the legal process for transferring ownership of a property to you as an investment you intend to let out. It begins when your offer on a property is accepted and runs through to the day you receive the keys. For more information read our guide to Buy to Let Conveyancing.

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