Conveyancing Services

Buying a Property

Navigating your property purchase with expert legal guidance.

Your conveyancing journey

Our Step-by-Step Guide to Buying a Property

Buying a property is a major milestone, and having the right Conveyancer can make all the difference. At Capital Property Lawyers, we guide you through the legal details of your purchase, explain what they mean for you and keep you updated from your first instruction through to getting your keys.

Our dedicated case handlers make communication a priority. We explain what happens next, keep you informed of progress and help you understand any questions or issues that arise, so you can approach your move with confidence.

Instruct Us as Your Conveyancer

As soon as your offer is accepted, it's time to instruct a Conveyancer to handle the legal side of the purchase. The earlier you instruct us, the sooner we can get started, reducing unnecessary delays.

We Review the Contract Pack

The seller's solicitor or conveyancer will send us the draft contract and supporting documents. We carefully review everything, ensuring there are no legal issues that could affect your purchase.

Property Searches & Due Diligence

We conduct essential searches on your behalf, including Local Authority Searches, Environmental Searches, and Water & Drainage Searches. These checks ensure there are no hidden risks associated with the property.

Raising Enquiries

If our review of the contract or searches raises any concerns, we will raise enquiries with the seller's legal representative to resolve them before you commit.

Mortgage & Financial Arrangements

If you're buying with a mortgage, we liaise with your lender to ensure everything is in place. We'll review your mortgage offer, ensure the terms are clear, and handle all legal formalities on behalf of both you and your lender.

Exchange of Contracts & Completion

Once everything is in order, we guide you through signing the contracts. At exchange, both you and the seller are legally committed to the sale. On completion day, the funds transfer, and the keys are officially yours!

How to Speed Up Your Property Purchase

Have Your Documents Ready – Providing your ID, proof of address, and mortgage offer early can speed things up.
Respond Promptly to Requests – The faster you return signed paperwork, the quicker we can proceed.
Get a Mortgage Agreement in Principle (AIP) – Having an AIP before making an offer shows sellers you're a serious buyer.
Instruct Us Early – Many buyers wait until their offer is accepted before instructing a Conveyancer, but early instruction can save weeks.
Stay in Communication – We always keep you updated, but if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.

Frequently Asked Questions

The process usually takes 8-12 weeks from the point your offer is accepted to completion. However, this can vary depending on factors such as chain length, mortgage approvals, and search turnaround times.

Disbursements are third-party costs that we pay on your behalf, such as property searches, Land Registry fees, and bank transfer charges. We provide a full breakdown of these costs upfront.

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a government tax on property purchases above a certain price threshold. It is paid upon completion, and we handle the submission on your behalf.

Completion is the final stage of the property transaction, where the purchase price is transferred, and you receive the keys to your new home.

While not legally required, we highly recommend getting a survey to identify any potential structural issues before you commit to the purchase. Your mortgage lender may also require one.