A Conveyancing Lawyer’s Guide to a Stress-Free House Move

It’s no secret that, alongside the excitement of a fresh start, moving house can also be incredibly challenging. In fact, the process is so notoriously frustrating that it consistently comes out on top on polls of life’s most stressful events - beating out divorce and bankruptcy.

However, fortunately moving doesn’t have to all be doom and gloom, and there are plenty of ways that you can prepare for setbacks and make the process go as smoothly as possible. Here are our conveyancing solicitor’s top tips for ensuring that your next house move goes off without a hitch.



Find the Right Conveyancing Solicitor

Your conveyancing solicitor will be the key to ensuring that the lead up to your move is as hassle-free as possible, so it’s important that you take the time to find one you can count on. Your conveyancer should make sure that all documentation related to your move is completed correctly, and will liaise with the other side on your behalf - taking some of the pressure off of you. You should feel as though they are taking the necessary steps to keep everyone in your chain coordinated, and comfortable to communicate with them consistently.

Have Your Paperwork in Order

You’ll need to have a whole host of important documents to hand before your moving day rolls around. To make sure there aren’t any unnecessary delays, you should start gathering all the paperwork you need as soon as your offer has been accepted. The documents you’ll most likely need include:

●     Passports

●     Property deeds

●     Mortgage details

●     Wills

●     Insurance documents

Being able to access these documents quickly means that your solicitor can keep your purchase on track.

Budget for All Fees

Perhaps one of the most stressful aspects of moving home is the cost of doing so. So, before you move, draw up a budget that factors in the following expenses:

●     Valuation fees

●     Mortage agreement fees

●     Survey fees

●     Legal and search fees

●     Mail redirection

●     Removal services

●     Pet and childcare costs

Try to Be Flexbile

The conveyancing process is long and complex, and sometimes even when you’ve prepared for every eventuality, complications still crop up that might set back your moving day. While this can be frustrating, try to stay calm: if you’re experiencing issues, chances are that your seller is experiencing problems of their own. When an issue occurs, be as accomodating and flexible as possible.

Looking for a Licensed Conveyancer in Torquay?

Although you might be tempted to go with the first or cheapest option you find when it comes to looking for a conveyancing solicitor, remember that the quality of legal work you’ll receive is the most important factor for a stress-free house move. That’s why, if you’re based in South Devon, you should speak with the team at Almy & Thomas. Our licensed conveyors can help you with the buying, selling or re-mortgaging of a property and help you understand the legal requirements and their ramifications. We’re here to help make conveyancing as straightforward as possible, so get in touch today.