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Conveyancing
Deed of Gift: Transferring Property to Family
Gifting a house or a share of one to a child or relative is straightforward to document, but the tax and care fee implications need thinking through first.
10 September 2026 · 6 min read
Conveyancing
Exchange of Contracts to Completion: What Happens
Exchange makes the sale binding; completion is when the keys change hands. Here is what happens in the days between, and what you should be doing.
8 September 2026 · 5 min read
Conveyancing
Do I Need a Solicitor to Sell My House?
In practice, yes. Here is what a conveyancer actually does on a sale, what it costs and what happens if there is a mortgage to redeem.
5 September 2026 · 5 min read
Conveyancing
What Searches Are Done When Buying a House?
Local authority, drainage, environmental and more. Here is what each conveyancing search looks for, what it costs and why your lender insists on them.
3 September 2026 · 6 min read
Wills
How Much Does a Will Cost in the UK?
A single Will, mirror Wills for a couple, or a Will with a trust: what changes the price, and why the cheapest option is often the most expensive in the end.
1 September 2026 · 5 min read
Probate
How Much Does Probate Cost?
Probate costs are made up of court fees, disbursements and professional fees. Here is what each part covers and what actually drives the total.
26 August 2026 · 6 min read
Conveyancing
Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor Mortgages: What You Need to Know
A JBSP mortgage lets a parent help a child borrow more without going on the title. Here is how it works, and why the supporting borrower needs independent legal advice.
20 August 2026 · 6 min read
Conveyancing
Stamp Duty for First Time Buyers Explained
First time buyers pay no Stamp Duty on the first £300,000, but the relief has conditions and a cut-off. Here is how it works and when it does not apply.
14 August 2026 · 6 min read
Probate
What is Probate?
A clear explanation of the probate process, when a grant is needed, how long it takes and what executors are actually responsible for.
4 August 2026 · 5 min read
Wills
Why You Should Make a Will
Without a Will, the law decides who inherits your estate, and it rarely matches what people assume. Here is what a Will actually does for your family.
24 July 2026 · 4 min read
Islamic Finance
Understanding Islamic Finance Conveyancing
Sharia-compliant home purchase plans work differently from a conventional mortgage. Here is what that means in practice for your purchase.
16 July 2026 · 5 min read
Conveyancing
What is a Transfer of Equity?
Adding a partner to your title, removing an ex-partner, or gifting a share to a family member. Here is how a transfer of equity works and what to watch for.
7 July 2026 · 4 min read
Conveyancing
How Long Does Conveyancing Take?
The honest answer is eight to twelve weeks for a straightforward purchase, but the real question is what makes the difference between a fast transaction and a slow one.
26 June 2026 · 4 min read
Conveyancing
Buying Your First Home: A Straightforward Guide
From agreeing a price to picking up the keys, here is what actually happens when you buy your first property, and where first-time buyers most often get stuck.
18 June 2026 · 6 min read
Conveyancing
Freehold vs Leasehold: What's the Difference?
Two words that appear on almost every property listing, and one of the most common questions we are asked. Here is what each really means for you as an owner.
9 June 2026 · 5 min read
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