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What is conveyancing?

Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring ownership of a property from one person to another. Conveyancing is an important process because it ensures that the transfer of property ownership is legal, transparent, and secure.

At ONP Solicitors, we understand that buying a property is a significant milestone, and our dedicated team is here to guide you through every step of the process. From your initial offer to the completion of the sale, we will make sure you’re kept informed and supported, every step of the way.

We manage the legal documents, making sure everything complies with property laws, and protecting you from potential disputes, now and in the future. This ensures that when you come to sell your property, you’re unlikely to face any unexpected problems.

Our property lawyers have unrivalled expertise in overseeing all areas of residential conveyancing including:

• Buying a house or flat
• Selling a house or flat
• Shared ownership
• Buy-to-let
• New build property

What is the process of conveyancing?

Once your offer on a property is accepted, it’s time to instruct a conveyancer. The conveyancing process can feel quite overwhelming, but it can be broken down into simple steps.

• Forms & Information
  We start by collecting details and completing forms. The sooner these are done, the quicker we can get to work on the legal side of things.
• Drafting Contracts & Searches
  We draft contracts and conduct searches for issues like planning permissions or boundary disputes. Your dedicated property lawyer will work closely with the other side’s conveyancer until everything is in order.
• Exchange of Contracts
  Once both parties are satisfied, contracts are exchanged, making the agreement legally binding. If you’re buying, this is when you pay your deposit.
• Completion
  This is the point at which we transfer the remaining funds and handle all payments, allowing you to collect or hand over the keys.
• Post-Completion
  While you’re settling in, we continue to work behind the scenes. We register the new ownership with the Land Registry and pay any Stamp Duty due – this may take a few more weeks.

How long does conveyancing take?

The process varies in length, depending on your circumstances, and the complexity of the sale or purchase. We’ll guide you through each step, keeping you updated via our mobile app, case tracker, or phone – whichever you prefer.

The average time across the industry is currently around 4-5 months. Various things can impact the time it takes such as:

• Freehold vs. Leasehold: Leasehold purchases involve more paperwork and checks compared to freehold, making the process longer and requiring extra diligence.
• Length of the Chain: Being part of a property chain can significantly affect timescales, especially if multiple transactions need to align. While we will always move as fast as possible, we can only ever move as fast as the slowest person in your chain.
• Survey Issues: Problems like damp, structural concerns, or electrical faults found during surveys may require additional investigation and could lead to renegotiations on the purchase or sale price.
• Search Delays: Delays from local councils or other third parties in providing search results can impact the overall timeline.
• Mortgage Applications: If there are delays in your mortgage approval, it can slow down the conveyancing process, as it runs alongside the legal work.

How much does conveyancing cost?

Conveyancing costs can vary, but we offer a no-completion, no-legal fee policy. This means if your sale or purchase doesn’t complete, you won’t pay our legal fees.

We provide a detailed quote upfront, ensuring you’re fully informed and won’t face any unexpected charges. For a clearer idea, you can view an example quote of our conveyancing fees.

Why choose us?

We are digital where we can be, and personal when we need to be, enhancing the experience for you. Every client has access to our secure mobile app so you can see where your transaction is up to, 24/7. Equally, you can contact us by email or by phone during office hours.

Your dedicated property lawyer will reach out within 24 hours of your instruction. You can contact them directly via the app, email, or their direct phone line.

Our secure app allows you to complete forms, upload documents, conduct ID checks, verify funds, and view important files. It also includes a messaging system and lets you track your case anytime. Using our app can reduce the transaction time by up to 30 days.

We’re proud to be entrusted with thousands of property transactions each year, ensuring efficiency and reliability in every case. Our proactive team keeps you updated at every stage of the process, providing the confidence and reassurance you need for a smooth transaction.

As our department continues to grow, we are committed to hiring the best talent in the industry, which is reflected in our impressive 4.7 Trustpilot score.

We are accredited by the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS), reflecting the high quality of our residential property expertise, and as part of our commitment to offering exceptional service to our clients, we have also signed up to the Conveyancing Association Pledges.