Leading Property Lawyers https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/ A fresh approach to conveyancing Sat, 24 Oct 2026 16:35:36 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.3 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/LPL-Favicon.svg Leading Property Lawyers https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/ 32 32 The Best Conveyancing Solicitors (UK) in 2026 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/best-conveyancing-solicitors/ Sat, 24 Oct 2026 16:35:36 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=6405 Choosing the right conveyancing solicitor can make a considerable difference to your experience of buying or selling a property. You’ll want someone who understands the legal process, keeps you informed and explains what needs to happen at each stage. With so many firms offering conveyancing services, knowing where to begin can be difficult. We’ve put...

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]]> Do Solicitors Charge if a House Sale Falls Through? https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/do-solicitors-charge-if-a-house-sale-falls-through/ Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:51:06 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/do-solicitors-charge-if-a-house-sale-falls-through/ A house sale falling through can be frustrating, especially when you’ve already spent time and money preparing for your move. One of the first questions you might have is whether you’ll still need to pay your solicitor. Solicitors can charge fees if a house sale falls through, even if the transaction never reaches completion. The...

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]]> Can You Change Solicitor During a House Purchase? https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/can-you-change-solicitor-during-a-house-purchase/ Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:47:18 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/can-you-change-solicitor-during-a-house-purchase/ Yes, you can change solicitor during a house purchase. If you’re unhappy with the service you’re receiving, struggling to get updates or concerned about how your purchase is progressing, you can choose to move your conveyancing to another firm. Changing solicitor can involve some additional administration, and your current solicitor may charge you for work...

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]]> What Will You Pay? Solicitor Mortgage Fees Explained https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/solicitor-mortgage-fees/ Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:39:53 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/solicitor-mortgage-fees/ Buying a property with a mortgage comes with several costs, and it isn’t always obvious which ones are paid to your lender and which relate to the legal work involved. Solicitor mortgage fees cover the legal work your conveyancer needs to complete when a mortgage forms part of your property transaction. The amount you pay...

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]]> The First Time Buyer Anxiety Index 2026 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/first-time-buyer-index/ Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:02:37 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=6347 We surveyed 500 first-time buyers to track excitement, stress and anxiety at every stage of buying a first home. Read the headline findings and download the full report....

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]]> Average Conveyancing Fees in the UK: Fixed Legal Fees From £600 + VAT https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/a-guide-to-understanding-average-conveyancing-fees-in-the-uk/ Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:07:51 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=5836 When buying or selling a property, conveyancing covers the legal work needed to transfer ownership from one party to another. At LPL, we offer fixed legal fees from £600 + VAT, so you’ll know the cost of our legal work upfront. In this guide, we explain average conveyancing fees in the UK, what they cover...

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]]> Do You Need a Solicitor to Remortgage Your Property? https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/do-you-need-a-solicitor-to-remortgage-your-property-how-does-remortgaging-work/ Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:23:08 +0000 https://www.lpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=3338 Yes, you’ll usually need a solicitor or licensed conveyancer if you’re remortgaging with a new lender. They’ll deal with the legal work involved in replacing your existing mortgage, liaise with both lenders and make sure the new mortgage is properly registered. If you’re simply switching products with your current lender, known as a product transfer,...

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]]> Auction Conveyancing Explained: What Buyers Need to Know https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/auction-conveyancing-explained-what-buyers-need-to-know/ Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:30:57 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=6322 Buying or selling a property at auction can move quickly. Once the hammer falls, the transaction becomes legally binding and strict deadlines usually apply, leaving far less time to deal with the legal work than you’d have during a standard property transaction....

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]]> Can You Sell Your Home Just Through a Solicitor? https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/can-you-sell-your-home-just-through-a-solicitor/ Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:13:34 +0000 https://www.leadingpropertylawyers.co.uk/?p=6314 Changing the ownership of a property isn't an everyday occurrence, so it's natural for the process to feel unfamiliar. Whether you're adding a partner to the title deeds, removing an ex-partner following a separation, gifting a share of your home to a family member or restructuring ownership for financial reasons, a transfer of equity is often the legal process required....

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