Buying or selling a house in the UK
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Robertsons Solicitors can guide you through the complexities of the property transaction process. Our expert Cardiff conveyancing solicitors offer fast, professional, and effective services to ensure your experience is as stress-free as possible.
Our team of dedicated property solicitors has been facilitating property sales and purchases in Wales and the UK for years. Whether you are a first-time homeowner or a seasoned investor, having a skilled solicitor on your side is essential.
You can rely on excellent client care and transparent pricing when you choose us. We have particular experience in high-value property transactions, country estates, and new builds. Our commitment to clear, rapid communication ensures a smooth transaction process, safeguarding against unexpected problems.
Conveyancing without the headache
A good conveyancing solicitor will oversee the various stages of property sale and purchase to give you absolute confidence that the transfer is going ahead with speed and efficiency – in addition, working with a professional conveyancing team is a way to reduce the risk of breaks in your housing chain, which can be stressful for everybody concerned. Our commitment to clear, rapid communication gives you a safeguard against unexpected problems.
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New Build Properties
At Robertsons Solicitors, we have extensive experience and expertise in new builds. We ensure your purchase goes through as smoothly as possible. New builds often come with stricter time limits than standard property purchases, so it’s advised to talk to a conveyancer as early as you can. Buying ‘off plan’ can bring unique challenges, and our expertise in this niche area of property law ensures you are well-prepared.
Our Commitment
Every property purchase or sale is different, and we recognise that. At Robertsons Solicitors, our service is tailored to your needs. You will have a designated contact who will keep you updated on the progress of your house purchase, sale, or remortgage.
We understand that nobody needs unexpected expenses when buying or selling property. That’s why we clearly explain the fees we’ll be charging, including all disbursements, so you know exactly what you’re spending. We don’t hide fees or add extra costs. Unless something clearly unexpected happens, the price you are quoted is the price you pay.
For information on Land Transaction Tax in Wales, visit the Welsh Government website. For information on Stamp Duty in England, visit the Government website.
Our conveyancing team are accredited with the Law Society Conveyancing Quality scheme. In total, the team has over 70 years' experience and comprises a Director, Solicitors, Licenced Conveyancer, Conveyancing Executives and Legal Assistants, with every case being led by a qualified practitioner.
We pride ourselves on our excellent service and deal with every conveyancing client as a person and not a number. We know that you want to be updated throughout the process and we ensure that we provide the best possible service.
Our senior members of the team have over 70 years' experience. The other members of the team comprise a Licenced Conveyancer, three Conveyancing Executives and Legal Assistants who all together have worked on thousands of property transactions.
The precise stages involved in the purchase of a residential property vary according to the circumstances.
If you are selling a property, you will need to be aware of what the purchasers need to consider as this will impact on the length of time it takes to sell your property.
Below we have set out a general overview of the usual stages in the purchasing process.
- Take your instructions and give you initial advice
- Check finances are in place to fund purchase and contact lender's solicitors if needed
- Receive and advise on contract documents
- Carry out searches
- Obtain further planning documentation if required
- Make any necessary enquiries of seller's solicitor
- Give you advice on all documents and information received
- Go through conditions of mortgage offer (if mortgage being obtained)
- Send final contract to you for signature
- Draft Transfer
- Advise you on joint ownership (if appropriate)
- Obtain pre-completion searches
- Agree completion date (date from which you own the property)
- Exchange contracts and notify you that this has happened
- Arrange for all monies needed to be received from lender and you
- Complete purchase
- Deal with payment of Stamp Duty/Land Tax
- Deal with application for registration at Land Registry
How long will the house purchase take?
How long it will take from your offer being accepted until you can move in to your property will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 8-12 weeks. It can be quicker or slower depending on the parties in the chain. For example, if you are a first time buyer, purchasing a new build property with a mortgage in principle, it could take 16 weeks. However, if you are buying a leasehold property that requires an extension of the lease, this can take significantly longer, between 3-6 months.
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership from one person to another. It involves various stages, including contract preparation, searches, and the exchange of contracts.
The conveyancing process can take anywhere from 6 to 12 weeks, depending on the complexity of the transaction and the parties involved. Our team aims to complete the process as efficiently as possible.
Conveyancing costs can vary depending on the property's value and the specific services required. We provide clear, upfront pricing, including all disbursements, so you know exactly what to expect.
Yes, we have extensive experience in handling high-value property transactions, including country estates and luxury homes. Our expertise ensures a smooth and efficient process.
To ensure a smooth conveyancing process, engage a skilled conveyancing solicitor early, provide all necessary documents promptly, and maintain clear communication with your solicitor and other parties involved.
