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Guides to buying, selling and conveyancing.
Written for buyers and sellers making their first move, and for the conveyancers acting for them.
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For Clients and Conveyancers
What happens on completion day? A step-by-step timeline
From the final funds transfer to picking up your keys — what actually happens on the day, hour by hour, and what can delay it.
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First-Time Buyer's Guide to Conveyancing
Everything you need to know before instructing a solicitor for the first time u{2014} timelines, costs, and common surprises.
Client
Stamp Duty Explained: What You'll Actually Pay
A working example calculation, first-time buyer relief, and the surcharge rules for second homes.
Client
Leasehold vs Freehold: Which Are You Buying?
Ground rent, service charges, and why lease length matters more than most buyers realise.
Solicitor
AML Checks: What Counts as Sufficient Evidence
A quick-reference for source-of-funds documentation that actually satisfies SRA requirements.
Solicitor
Winning Quotes on Convygo: What Clients Actually Compare
Data from accepted vs declined quotes on the platform — fee isn't the only variable that matters.