How Long Does Conveyancing Take?
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership. Find out what affects conveyancing timelines and how to ensure a smooth transaction.
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Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership. Find out what affects conveyancing timelines and how to ensure a smooth transaction.
Without a chain the conveyancing process could take as little as 4 weeks to complete, but it may still take longer.
Conveyancing with a short chain or no chain will often be a quicker process than conveyancing with a more complex chain. This is because with no chain there is less potential for delays and there is no waiting on the other parties to sort things from their side.
The conveyancing process can often be quicker for a cash buyer, especially if there is no chain. This is due to the buyer not needing to apply and be approved for a mortgage.
When buying a new build home, you will not have a complex property chain, so the conveyancing process can be a lot quicker. The process for buying a new build may take as little as 4-8 weeks.
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