You don’t necessarily need a licensed conveyancer or solicitor when exchanging property. In fact, you can choose to do the conveyancing yourself. However, if you’re buying with a mortgage, you’ll need a licensed professional to handle the legal work. It’s also important to note that some mortgage lenders will only want to deal with solicitors or conveyancers. Also, should any problems arise, you might not be covered by insurance – in comparison, solicitors and conveyancers will have professional insurance. In general, we’d recommend getting a qualified professional. Conveyancing can be complex, with many legal considerations to take note of. With a conveyancer or solicitor, you can minimise any risk or legal complications that may arise.