Conveyancing
The legal process of transferring property ownership.
Conveyancing is the legal work that transfers property ownership from seller to buyer. It's handled by a solicitor or licensed conveyancer and typically takes 8-12 weeks. Key activities: ordering searches (local authority, environmental, water), reviewing the draft contract and title deeds, raising enquiries, reviewing the mortgage offer, and preparing for exchange and completion. Typical UK conveyancing fees are £1,200-£2,500 including disbursements.
Related terms
- Exchange of Contracts →
- Completion Day →
- Restrictive Covenant →
- Conveyancing Process — full guide →
This glossary entry is a brief definition. For the full practical walkthrough, see the guide above.
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Exchange of Contracts
The legal moment a purchase becomes binding for both parties.
Completion Day
The day ownership transfers and you get the keys.
Conveyancing Step by Step
Searches, enquiries and contracts — the legal stage explained.
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Every fee in a purchase — legal, survey, lender and tax.
