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What is surveying?

What is Surveying? In a nutshell, surveying involves the various inspections and reports carried out when buying a property. It's a big investment – some might say massive. Wouldn't you like to rest easy knowing that your new home is safe to occupy for you and your family? A chartered

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Moving House Checklist

When you’re moving house it can feel like you’ve got a hundred and one things to think about; being organised is key and the sooner you can get things sorted the smoother your move should be! Use our check list to know what needs to be done when. Click here to

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How Long Does Conveyancing Take?

Buying a new home can be an exciting time; you’ve found and fallen in love with a place, had your offer accepted and are all ready to move in. But…you then have to wait for the conveyancing process to complete. So, how long does conveyancing take? In the majority of

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When Should I Apply for a Mortgage?

Buyers often underestimate the amount of time it can take to get a mortgage request accepted – a pre-approval of a mortgage from a lender is not the same as an offer. A pre-approval only agrees to the amount that you could borrow in theory. A full mortgage application can

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What are conveyancing searches?

Property searches are a key part of the property buying process. They are carried out by a conveyancing solicitor on behalf of the buyer and the mortgage lender. They provide essential information about the property and the surrounding area and are designed to protect the buyer and the lender from

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How to Choose a Conveyancing Solicitor

The below information looks at how to choose a conveyancing solicitor in the UK. It's well known that moving house can be one of the most stressful things you can do. Choosing a good conveyancing solicitor or licensed conveyancer is crucial to ensure that your property move goes smoothly. Picking

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What is conveyancing?

Conveyancing is the legal process that takes place when a property is transferred from one owner to another.   Each party will have their own conveyancing solicitor who will carry out the administrative and legal work required to formulate a binding contract and ensure exchange and completion of the property is

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