Moving homes can be an extremely challenging experience, and with the majority of UK households being owner-occupied, most of us will be involved in buying or selling property at some point in our lives.

 

At our firm, we understand the stresses involved in the process and how a calm and focused solicitor can make all the difference in keeping things under control.

 

We offer impartial advice and guidance throughout the transaction, from the initial stages to completion and beyond if necessary. Whether you are buying or selling, we ensure that you are kept informed of all pertinent information and monitor the process closely to ensure that it runs smoothly.

 

If you are a buyer, we will make sure that everything is ready for your moving-in date, including advising you on the best type of survey to have, answering any financial queries you may have, and ensuring that you are aware of stamp duty and leaseholder notice fees that may affect your purchase.

 

If you are selling, we maintain regular contact with the buyer’s solicitor and handle all necessary property forms and fixtures and fittings lists to make the sale as smooth as possible. We also advise on estate agent fees and check any agreements that you have been asked to sign. We will be on hand to finalise the deal, provide the Deeds for signing, and remain involved until everything is settled.

 

At our firm, we understand that each transaction is unique, and we tailor our services to meet your specific needs. Our experienced team of solicitors will provide crystal clear advice and guidance on all legal and technical details involved in the process. We will ensure that you are fully aware of all costs involved, and our fees are transparent and competitive.

 

If you are considering buying or selling a property, please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your requirements. We are here to help make the process as stress-free and successful as possible.

 

If you’re planning to buy a property, it’s important to understand the various steps involved in the process. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what you can expect:

 

 

1. Provide Instructions: You will need to provide us with your instructions, which will allow us to begin the conveyancing process. We will also provide you with any initial advice that may be required.
2. Check Finances: We will check your finances to ensure that you have the necessary funds to complete the purchase. If you are obtaining a mortgage, we will contact the lender’s solicitors to confirm this.
3. Review Documents: We will receive and review the draft contracts and other property documents, and request searches to make sure everything is legal and in order.
4. Enquiries and Transfer Deed: We will make any necessary enquiries of the seller’s solicitor and draft the Transfer Deed, which is the document used to transfer ownership of the property.
5. Review Mortgage Offer: We will review your Mortgage Offer and valuation, and raise any queries from your survey with the Seller’s Solicitor.
6. Report on Title: Our team will send you our Report on Title, which is a summary of what we have found during our searches and enquiries.
7. Signing Documents: We will send various property documents to you for signature, including the contract, transfer, and mortgage deed.
8. Agree Completion Date: We will agree on a completion date – the date when you will formally purchase the property.
9. Exchange Contracts: Once everything is finalized, we will exchange contracts and notify you that this has happened.
10. Arrange Payments: We will arrange for all monies needed to be received from the lender and from you.
11. Final Searches and Completion: We will carry out any final searches and complete the purchase process for you.
12. Payment of SDLT/LTT and Registration: Finally, we will deal with the payment of SDLT/LTT (Stamp Duty Land Tax/ Land Transaction Tax) and apply for registration at the Land Registry to legally register you as the owner of the property.

 

If you’re planning to sell your residential property, it’s important to understand the various steps involved in the process. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what you can expect:

 

1. Take Your Instructions: We will discuss with you the details of the property you wish to sell and advise you on the initial steps in the process of selling your residential property.
2. Complete Required Forms: We will provide you with the required forms that you need to fill out regarding the property you are selling. These forms provide important information about the property and its current condition.
3. Gather Additional Documents: We may require some additional documents related to the property, which are necessary to complete the forms. We may ask you to provide these documents.
4. Obtain Official Records: We will obtain the official records of the property from the Land Registry to ensure that there are no issues with the legal ownership of the property.
5. Draft and Send Documents: We will draft the required documents, such as contracts and property deeds, and send them to the buyer’s solicitors for review.
6. Liaise with Landlord/Management Company: If your property is leasehold, we will liaise with the Landlord or Management Company to ensure that all the required information is provided.
7. Answer Questions: We will answer any questions raised by the buyer’s solicitors and will involve you whenever needed.
8. Sign Documents: We will provide you with the final contract and transfer documents and arrange for you to sign them once they are agreed.
9. Obtain Redemption Figure: We will obtain the final amount required to pay off any outstanding mortgage or charges on the property.
10. Complete the Sale: Once all the required documents are signed and the sale proceeds have been received, we will complete the sale of the property.
11. Pay Off Mortgages/Charges: We will pay off any outstanding charges or mortgages from the sale proceeds.
12. Transfer Funds: Once all the payments have been made, we will transfer any remaining balance to your account.

 

By following these steps, you can be assured that your property sale is in good hands and that everything is being taken care of by experienced professionals.