Conveyancing: your complete guide to property transactions in the UK
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Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership in the UK, essential for buying, selling, or leasing real estate. It involves drafting contracts, conducting property searches, registering ownership with the Land Registry, and managing financial arrangements. Whether you’re dealing with residential or commercial property, understanding conveyancing ensures a smooth and legally secure transaction. This cluster offers comprehensive guides on key aspects such as choosing a solicitor, navigating leasehold and freehold agreements, and avoiding common pitfalls. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, an experienced investor, or a landlord, these resources provide the expertise needed for successful property dealings.
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Japanese Knotweed and property law: What are your rights and obligations when buying or selling?
Published on 05/09/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins
Buying or selling a property can mark the start of an exciting new chapter, unless an invasive plant threatens the very foundations beneath your feet. Japanese knotweed, notorious across the UK, presents serious legal challenges in property transactions.
How much does a solicitor cost when buying a house?
Published on 04/09/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins
How much does a solicitor cost when buying a house? That £800 conveyancing quote represents just the basic fee. Additional charges, complexity costs, and completion expenses routinely increase your final solicitor fee for buying a house.
Do you really need a conveyancer or a solicitor?
Published on 14/08/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins
A conveyancer is not the same as a solicitor, though both can handle property transactions in the UK. Licensed conveyancers specialise exclusively in property law, while solicitors have broader legal training.
Do I need a solicitor to remove someone from the deeds of a house?
Published on 13/08/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 3 mins
Removing someone’s name from the property deeds is far more complex than filling out a form. It is a sophisticated legal process that involves formally changing the ownership of a property registered with HM Land Registry.
What is the difference between a freehold and a leasehold?
Published on 03/12/2024, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins
The terms freehold, leasehold and commonhold are used to describe the legal tenure, or basis of ownership of a property, whether it is a building or a piece of land. If you go house hunting, you may notice that for one property you have the opportunity
Should I use a solicitor recommended by my estate agent?
Published on 25/10/2024, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins
In the UK, the conveyancing industry is renowned for providing expensive yet often slow services. Finding a conveyancing solicitor that is efficient and reliable as well as giving a personalised service is tricky.
Do you need indemnity insurance when buying a house?
Published on 08/10/2024, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins
If you are looking to buy your first home or want to move home, you might have come across the phrase ‘indemnity insurance’. Many people have encountered this term, but quite a few do not understand its meaning or whether they need it
Understanding conveyancing fees in failed property transactions
Published on 14/09/2024, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins
The responsibility for fees generally depends on the timing of withdrawal. Before contracts are exchanged, each party usually covers their own costs. After exchange, the withdrawing buyer may be liable for both parties' expenses and potential additional damages.
The Dangers of Choosing a “No Sale No Fee” Conveyancer!
Published on 04/09/2024, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins
Moving home is one of the most stressful things that most adults have to endure. Not only is moving expensive, but there are also many pitfalls and ways in which moves are delayed or do not reach completion. Many people think that in choosing a “No Sale No Fee” conveyancer
Conveyancing: Common solicitors’ enquiries when buying a house!
Published on 22/08/2024, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins
The 'requisitions on title'. This final check, conducted just before exchange, can uncover last-minute issues like recent planning applications or changes in the seller's circumstances that could impact your purchase.
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residential conveyancing
Residential conveyancing is the legal process involved in buying or selling property in the UK. It includes preparing contracts, conducting property searches, transferring ownership, and ensuring all legal and financial requirements are met. This ...
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