The main role of your conveyancer is to help you through the legal side of the property sale. This includes explaining any complicated legal jargon and arranging the relevant searches.
Over the last year, 2,652 existing properties were sold in Reading and 67 new builds, according to the UK House Price Index. Detached properties saw the largest increase in price, rising by 9.4% in November 2021 alone. It's advised you instruct a conveyancer as soon as an offer has been agreed to ensure a more efficient process. The conveyancing process includes:Offer agreed Conveyancing searches ordered (if buying)Liaise with mortgage lender to finaliseAgree on the completion dateCheck the contract and raise pre-contract enquiriesExchange contractsCompletion dayPay any Stamp Duty
It's important to note that there may be additional steps to consider if you’re buying or selling a leasehold property.
Data taken from UK House Price Index