The conveyancing process typically involves the following key steps: > Pre-contract stage: Drafting or reviewing the contract, conducting property searches, and raising any necessary queries. > Exchange of contracts: The buyer and seller sign the contract, and a deposit is paid. At this stage, both parties are legally bound to the transaction. > Completion: The remaining balance is paid, and ownership of the property is transferred. The conveyancing solicitor registers the transfer with the relevant authorities. Post-completion: Finalizing any outstanding matters, such as paying stamp duty, updating land registry records, and providing the buyer with the keys to the property.