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Conveyancing
We work in partnership with a range of businesses who can help you through the buying process. Here we detail how the conveyancing process works and who we recommend working with.
What is conveyancing?
The process of buying a property can be a confusing experience. The conveyancing process starts after you have made an offer which has been accepted.
Conveyancing is a legal process involved when ownership of a property is transferred from the person selling the property to the person buying the property. It can start when your offer is accepted, up until the sale is completed.
The conveyancer will take care of this process for you and manage a number of different tasks which need to be completed:
- dealing with the Land Registry
- handling the contract of exchange
- handling council searches and any other enquiries
- reviewing your mortgage offer
- the collection and transferring of money for the property purchase
- arranging for payment of Stamp Duty Land Tax and any other payments required as part of the process
- notifying the freeholder involved, if your home is leasehold
- providing legal guidance and advice throughout the process
At Christopher Anthony, we’ve built a reputation for providing outstanding service throughout the process of buying and selling a property. We’ve formed relationships with a small number of preferred partners where you can expect the same levels of service as you receive with us.
Conveyancing - Frequently Asked Questions
Conveyancing fees are calculated based on a number of things. These include details about the property being bought – for examole, whether it is freehold or leasehold, the value, as well as the location.
It also depends upon how the buyer will be funding the purchase, whether they’re using a Help to Buy ISA or a gift a a deposit.
Your fees will usually consist of your conveyancer’s rate, as well as any disbursements that are required based on the details of your purchase. These usually include:
- Property searches
- Anti-money laundering and anti-fraud checks
- Stamp Duty
- Deeds
- Transfer of ownership
The average time between instructing your solicitor and moving in is 12 weeks but this depends on the circumstances. It can be quicker, or take longer depending on a number of factors.
When you are buying a property, make contact before making an offer to ensure the conveyancing solicitor can act as quickly as possible.
A completion date is when you move into your new property and vacate the old one. The agreed completion date is written into the contract and exchange of contracts is the point at which the seller and buyer agree to commit themselves to the transaction.
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