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    Conveyancing explained

    Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property. Here is what your solicitor actually does.

    By the Happy Wallets team·Updated June 2026·4 min read

    What happens

    • Checks the legal title and any restrictions.
    • Runs local searches for issues like planning or flooding.
    • Handles contracts, exchange and completion.
    • Manages the money and registers you as the new owner.

    Frequently asked questions

    How long does it take?+
    Often several weeks to a few months, depending on the chain and how quickly searches come back.
    Accounts are coming soon — the site is in build