Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about selling, buying, and moving with us.
Who does what — estate agent vs conveyancing solicitor?
Estate agents and solicitors often share touchpoints, but the two professional services differ vastly. Here’s how the work splits.
What we’ll do as your estate agent
- Property ValuationWe assess the value of your property — location, condition, market trends — and help you set the right asking price.
- Marketing & ListingProfessional photographs, detailed descriptions, listings on property portals, our website, shop windows, and other channels.
- Viewings & NegotiationsWe arrange viewings for potential buyers and represent your interests during negotiations, aiming to secure the best price.
- Sales ProgressionAfter an offer is accepted, we oversee progress, liaising between buyers, sellers, and solicitors to keep the transaction moving.
- Local Market KnowledgeDeep, current knowledge of the Scarborough property market — insights that benefit both buyers and sellers.
What the solicitors will do
- Title ChecksComprehensive checks on the property’s title to verify its legitimacy and uncover any legal issues — disputes, restrictions, or outstanding debts.
- Contracts & DocumentationDrafting and reviewing the legal documents for the transaction, including the contract of sale and transfer deed.
- Property SearchesLocal authority, environmental, and drainage searches to identify any potential issues that could affect the property.
- Financial Co-ordinationWorking closely with mortgage lenders to ensure funds are in place and overseeing the financial side of the transaction.
- Stamp DutyCalculating and arranging stamp duty land tax payments in compliance with HM Revenue and Customs.
- Exchange & CompletionFacilitating exchange of contracts and overseeing completion — funds, legal ownership, and registering changes at Land Registry.
How do you choose the right conveyancing solicitor?
There are several ways to find a conveyancing solicitor — online searches, or referrals from friends and family with positive experiences. It’s often beneficial to choose a local solicitor, ideally one recommended by a trusted source.
A good solicitor should be approachable, responsive, and capable of providing the level of service you need.
Regardless of whether your purchase or sale is through us, we’re happy to point you in the right direction. We work alongside some of the best law firms in Scarborough and can recommend the firms we’ve found to be among the best.
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