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Conveyancing fees typically range from £800 to £2,000 depending on the property price, whether you're buying or selling, and the complexity of the transaction. On top of legal fees you'll pay disbursements — third-party costs such as searches, Land Registry fees, and bank transfer fees.

On average, conveyancing takes 8 to 12 weeks from an offer being accepted to completion. Leasehold properties, long chains, and slow searches can extend this. A responsive conveyancer helps keep things moving.

Both can legally handle your transaction. Licensed conveyancers specialise in property law, while solicitors offer broader legal services. What matters most is experience, communication, and price — which is why comparing quotes pays.

Ideally as soon as you put your property on the market or have an offer accepted. Instructing early means the paperwork is ready to go, which can shave weeks off your transaction.

Searches are checks with local authorities and other bodies covering planning issues, flood risk, drainage, and more. If you're buying with a mortgage, your lender will require them. Cash buyers can technically skip searches, but they're strongly recommended.

Yes — most conveyancing is handled remotely by phone, email, and post. That said, a conveyancer familiar with your area may know local quirks such as mining searches or estate covenants.