The Conveyancing Process Explained - A Step by Step Guide for Home Sellers in Bedfordshire
Selling a property can be a very confusing and lengthy process but having a good solicitor or conveyancer will help it to run as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Selling Your Home in Flitwick, Ampthill, Barton-le-Clay & Luton .
Selling a property in Flitwick, Ampthill, Barton-le-Clay, or Luton can seem overwhelming, but having a reliable solicitor or conveyancer makes the process much smoother. At Love Homes, we guide you through each stage and can also help you book a free property valuation to understand your home’s market value before you sell.
Here’s a clear step-by-step guide to the conveyancing process.
1. Find a Conveyancer Early
While the conveyancing process formally starts after you’ve accepted an offer, it’s wise to have a conveyancer in place before accepting an offer. This avoids unnecessary delays.
Speak to two or three conveyancers and get quotes
Ask for recommendations from Love Homes or from friends and family who have recently moved
Don’t choose purely on price — the cheapest option may cut corners and cause issues later
2. Sign the Engagement Letter and Verify Your Identity
Once you’ve chosen a conveyancer:
Sign their letter of engagement to formalise your commitment
Provide identity verification (passport or driving licence) and address proof (utility bill or mortgage statement)
This ensures your conveyancer can start work immediately.
3. Complete Questionnaires
Your conveyancer will send you forms to complete, including:
Property Information Form – Disclose any changes, extensions, loft conversions, or installations (solar panels, boiler servicing, etc.)
Fittings & Contents Form – Specify what fixtures or furniture may remain; this can be negotiated later
Accurate and honest completion is vital to prevent delays later in the sale.
4. Speak to Your Mortgage Provider
If you have a mortgage:
Notify your lender that you’re selling
Discuss how to repay the balance, or explore porting your mortgage to a new property
This ensures you’re financially prepared for the sale.
5. Draft Contracts
Once your forms are complete, your conveyancer will prepare a draft contract for the buyer. This includes:
Fixtures and fittings to be included
Supporting documents you provided
Proposed completion date (usually 2–4 weeks after contract exchange)
Negotiations over price, repairs, or surveys typically happen at this stage. The buyer may request inspections or surveys, but you are not obliged to cover additional costs unless agreed.
6. Exchange of Contracts
Once both parties agree on the terms and price:
Contracts are exchanged between solicitors
The buyer provides a deposit
Both parties are legally committed to the sale
7. Between Exchange and Completion
At this stage:
You and the buyer are fully committed
Completion can usually be arranged 2–4 weeks after exchange
Dates can be adjusted if needed
8. Completion
The final step is handover day:
You receive the remaining balance from the buyer
Keys are handed over
The sale is officially complete
Book a Valuation With Love Homes
If you’re planning to sell in Flitwick, Ampthill, Barton-le-Clay, or Luton, start by understanding your property’s value. Love Homes offers expert, no-obligation valuations and can guide you through the conveyancing process every step of the way.
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