Conveyancing Fees, Costs and Guides for UK Home Movers
Everything you need to know about conveyancing fees, costs, timelines, and the property buying and selling process. Plain-language guides for buyers, sellers, and remortgagers across England and Wales.
Should you own a property as joint tenants or tenants in common and what is the difference?
Buying jointly means choosing how to own it. Joint tenants and tenants in common have different legal, tax and inheritance implications. Here is what to consider.
18th September, 2026
What does no completion no fee conveyancing actually cover and what will you still pay?
No completion no fee means your solicitor's legal charges are waived if a sale falls through. But it does not cover everything. Find out exactly what you are protected from and what you will still owe.
11th September, 2026
Do you need a solicitor to remortgage and what does the conveyancing involve?
Switching mortgage lender requires a solicitor even if you are not moving home. Find out what remortgage conveyancing involves, how much it costs, and why your new lender's approved panel still applies.
4th September, 2026
What are conveyancing disbursements and which ones do you actually have to pay?
Disbursements are the third-party costs that appear on top of your solicitor's fee. Some are unavoidable, others depend on your property. This guide explains each one so you can read your quote with confidence.
31st August, 2026
What happens to the family home when you divorce or separate?
When a relationship ends, the family home often needs to be sold or transferred. This guide explains the conveyancing process when divorcing or separating, and what it costs.
24th August, 2026
Should you use an online conveyancer or a high street solicitor for your move?
Online conveyancing has become the norm for straightforward purchases and sales, but some transactions genuinely benefit from a local solicitor you can sit down with. Here is how to work out which is right for your move.
19th August, 2026
What should you check before buying a leasehold flat in London?
If you are buying a flat in London, you are almost certainly buying leasehold. That means longer conveyancing, more complex enquiries, and potential liabilities around service charges and lease length that could cost you significantly more than you budgeted.
12th August, 2026
Why Have Conveyancing Fees Gone Up? What Buyers and Sellers Are Paying Now
Conveyancing fees have risen noticeably in recent years. This guide explains why they have gone up, what you are actually paying for, and how to make sure you are not overpaying.
5th August, 2026
Everything You Need to Know Before You Instruct a Solicitor
Whether you are buying your first home, selling a property, or remortgaging, understanding what conveyancing costs and how the process works can save you time, money, and a significant amount of stress.
This is where we cover it all. You will find guides on solicitor fees for buying and selling a house, how disbursements work, what affects average conveyancing fees, how long the process takes, and what to look for when choosing a solicitor.
Use the guides here alongside our conveyancing fees calculator to get an instant quote from a regulated solicitor and understand exactly what you will be paying before you instruct anyone.
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