Choosing a Conveyancer
How to Find the Right Conveyancer for Your Property Transaction
Choosing a conveyancer is an important part of buying, selling or remortgaging a property. Price matters, but so do communication, experience, service and knowing who will be handling your transaction.
This section of our Conveyancing Guides helps you understand what to look for when comparing conveyancers, the questions worth asking before you instruct and how different services and fee structures compare.
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What Should You Look for in a Conveyancer?
A conveyancer handles the legal work involved in your property transaction, so choosing the right firm isn’t simply about finding the lowest quote.
A good conveyancing service should provide clear information about its fees and explain what is and isn’t included. You should also understand how the firm communicates, who will be responsible for your transaction and how easy it will be to get an update when you need one.
Experience can also matter. Some transactions are relatively straightforward, while others may involve leasehold property, shared ownership, an auction purchase, probate or unusual issues with the legal title.
There isn’t one conveyancer who will be right for every person or every transaction. Our guides below explain the main things to consider so you can make a more informed comparison.
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What Should You Compare When Choosing a Conveyancer?
The cheapest conveyancing quote isn’t necessarily the best value. When comparing firms, it can help to look beyond the headline price and consider the overall service being offered.
Communication
Find out how the conveyancer will keep you updated and how you can contact them when you have a question. Clear and responsive communication can make the process easier to follow.
Experience
Consider whether the firm regularly handles transactions like yours. This can be particularly important where a property or transaction involves additional legal requirements.
Fees
Look at the complete quotation rather than simply the headline legal fee. Check what is included, which disbursements are expected and when additional charges might apply.
Who Handles Your Transaction
It can be useful to understand who will have day-to-day responsibility for your file and whether you’ll have a named contact or deal with a wider team.
Service
Consider how easy the firm is to contact, how clearly the process is explained and what support is available if a problem or delay arises.
Regulation and Transparency
Check that the firm is appropriately regulated and that important information about its service, charges and terms is provided clearly before you instruct.
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