Conveyancing is the legal process used to describe all the paperwork and legal formalities that come with buying, selling, remortgaging or transferring equity from a property or land.
Whether you're looking for a residential transaction, such as buying your first home, selling a property, or extending a lease; or managing a commercial deal such as creating or transferring a lease for business premises, conveyancing is essential.
We specialise in both residential and commercial conveyancing, offering tailored services to meet your specific needs with professionalism and transparency every step of the way.
Our residential conveyancing services
Our residential conveyancing services are designed to support you through every type of property transaction.
Whether you're buying your first home, selling a property, managing a simultaneous purchase and sale, remortgaging, transferring equity, or dealing with auction purchases, our team is here to guide you through the process.
Buying a property
When you're buying a property or land, you'll need someone to request the relevant searches, negotiate prices, exchange contracts and transfer the funds on your behalf.
The conveyancing solicitors we work with all support to ensure your move goes through with a minimum of fuss.
Selling a property
Selling your home can seem stressful, but it doesn't have to be that way.
We can put you in touch with a friendly, professional conveyancing solicitor who will do all the legal legwork for you - including exchanging contracts, negotiating prices and paying off any outstanding mortgage.
Buying and selling a property
Of course, it could be that you're looking to both sell your existing property and purchase a new one. That means two lots of paperwork, and potentially twice the headache.
But our panel of conveyancing solicitors will be able to help with both your sale and purchase.
Remortgaging
All of our conveyancing solicitors are on all lender panels, so you can rest assured they will be able to take care of all your remortgaging needs.
With so many different options available, it's vital that you secure the mortgage deal that suits you, and that's where our panel of conveyancers can help.
Transfer of equity
When you're adding or removing one or more people from the legal register of a property or piece of land, it's likely that a transfer of equity will have to take place.
Our conveyancing solicitors can draft the agreements and deal with any transfer of equity requirements.
First time buyer
Buying your first home - whether that's by yourself or with a loved one - is an exciting experience.
But there's so much to think about, and all the paperwork and formalities involved can seem a little daunting.
That's where we can help the process run as smoothly as possible.
Lease extension
Extending your lease is crucial for protecting your property's value and avoiding future complications.
We assist you through every legal step of the process, ensuring that the extension is handled smoothly and efficiently, so you can secure the best possible outcome.
Buying or selling a property at auction
Purchasing or selling a property at auction demands quick decision-making and careful attention to detail.
We ensure you're fully prepared, handling all the legal checks and documentation before and after the hammer falls.
Our commercial conveyancing services
Commercial property transactions demand a high level of expertise and attention to detail, whether you're leasing a new premises or transferring an existing lease.
Our commercial conveyancing services ensure that all aspects of your transaction are handled professionally, safeguarding your business interests and maintaining compliance with legal requirements.
Lease creation
Creating a new lease for a tenant or business goes beyond basic terms. It requires a thorough understanding of both parties' responsibilities and legal protections.
We draft clear, tailored leases that cover all essential provisions, including rent reviews, maintenance obligations, and termination clauses, ensuring security and clarity for both landlords and tenants.
Lease transfer
Transferring an existing lease requires careful attention to legal details to ensure a smooth transition.
Our team manages all the paperwork and negotiations, minimizing disruptions and ensuring a seamless process for both parties involved.
Why choose Homeward Legal for your conveyancing?
We've established an excellent reputation you can trust and helped over 30,000 customers in the past 13 years.
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Fixed Legal Fee policy
No hidden costs - the legal fee you get quoted is definitive.
No-Completion, No-Fee policy
You won't pay any legal fees if your move falls through for any reason.
Search & survey protection
You won't pay for your next search and survey if your transaction falls through.
Complete support
Dedicated customer service from start to finish. We are open 6 days a week.
Local knowledge
Solicitors with offices across England and Wales.
Simple & straightforward
No confusion with legal jargon - just plain and simple English.
Our residential conveyancing solicitors are regulated under the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC).
What is a conveyancing solicitor?
A conveyancing solicitor or licensed conveyancer is a qualified professional who will carry out the conveyancing services on your behalf to help you get your move completed.
For customers, conveyancing solicitors and licensed conveyancers are essentially the same thing. Both are fully qualified in property conveyancing and will do exactly the same job.
The only differences are that conveyancing solicitors are regulated under the Solicitors Regulation Authority and they specialise in conveyancing and may be qualified in other legal services. Licensed conveyancers, meanwhile, tend to be specialists in property law and are regulated under the Council for Licensed Conveyancers.
Learn about the differences between solicitor and licensed conveyancer.
What does a conveyancer do?
The conveyancing services provided by your solicitor will depend on the transaction you have hired them to help with. For example, if you are buying a property, the role of a conveyancer is to:
- Confirm your ID and ask to see a mortgage offer, if you are buying with a mortgage
- Request a number of searches to provide information on the property and the surrounding area
- Agree a completion date
- Exchange contracts with the sellers
- Transfer funds on completion day and arrange for the keys to be collected
- Register you as the new owner with the Land Registry and pay any Stamp Duty Land Tax (in England) or Land Transaction Tax (in Wales) on your behalf
If you are selling a property, the role of a conveyancer is to:
- Draw up the sale contract and let the buyer know what is included in the sale
- Confirm with the buyer's conveyancing solicitor that the funds are in place
- Agree a completion date
- Agree on the exchange of contracts
- Pay off any outstanding mortgage once the sale is complete. Your conveyancing solicitor will then deduct their fees and send the remaining funds to you
Learn more in our guide about conveyancing solicitors and what they do.
How much does conveyancing services cost?
The price of your conveyancing services will vary depending on the value of your property and the transaction you are completing, so unfortunately there's no one simple answer to this question.
However, these are some of the charges you may typically expect to find:
- Solicitors' fees
- Surveyors' fees
- Lenders' fees
- Stamp Duty Land Tax* (in England, Land Transaction Tax in Wales)
- Land Registry Fees
- Local Authority Searches
- Electronic bank transfer fee
- Management pack for leasehold properties
- Estate agent costs
- Removal costs
- VAT
Learn more about Stamp duty cost.
You can also check our guide on conveyancing fees.
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