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Reasons to use our Trafford conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Over the years Trafford property lawyer have developed very good working relationships with Trafford local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and property developers enabling them to liaise at speed with all parties involved in the process of dealing with your home move in Trafford.
  • 2 The Trafford conveyancing practitioners that are identified are committed to supplying the most cost, efficient and accessible conveyancing service to purchasers, sellers and remortgagors in Trafford
  • 3 This site is the only site offering you the facility to ensure that your conveyancing in Trafford will be carried out by a property lawyer on your lender’s member panel.
  • 4 Firms accustomed to conveyancing in Trafford are familiar with the local concerns peculiar to Trafford and therefore you may benefit from better guidance and speedier conveyancing.
  • 5 Using a high street Solicitor generally results in a more personal touch. Online forums often suggest that in appointing a large conveyancing firm, you tend to be looked after by a team of people who check what is happening on the file by reading from their computer screens.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Trafford since July 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Trafford

Do the conveyancing lawyers listed on your site carry out conveyancing in Trafford by way of an attended exchange?

There are a few conveyancing specialists carrying out one day exchanges. You should call us to receive a fee calculation and details as to dates.

I own a freehold residence in Trafford but nevertheless invoiced for rent, why is this and what is this?

It is rare for properties in Trafford and has limited impact for conveyancing in Trafford but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.

Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges have existed for many centuries, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the generation of fresh rentcharges post 1977.

Previous rentcharges can now be extinguished by making a one off payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence post 2037 is to be dispensed with completely.

What is your number one tip for finding a conveyancing solicitor in Trafford

It would be unwise to be tempted by the cheapest Trafford conveyancing fees. You really do get what you pay for when it comes to conveyancing solicitors. A cheap quote may mean that the conveyancing solicitor is handling a lot of jobs at one time and you won’t get the quality of service and the attention that you need. It is, however, wise to use a conveyancer who has a fixed fee on a no sale, no fee basis. This way, you go into the conveyancing with your eyes wide open.

My solicitor has informed me that flying freehold insurance is necessary on my purchase. What is the typical level of cover needed for conveyancing in Trafford?

The right level of flying freehold indemnity insurance should be dictated by who your lender. It would differ for example between Nationwide Building Society and The Mortgage Works. Conveyancing solicitors as opposed to members of the public take out such policies.

We have agreed to purchase a house in Trafford. One unusual aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. Solicitors conducting should look into this right? Will my lender Yorkshire BS be concerned?

Given that you are obtaining a mortgage with Yorkshire BS your lawyer must follow the conveyancing requirements set out in Section two of UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook for Yorkshire BS. The CML Handbook includes minimum conditions for solar panel roof-space leases, and conveyancers are required to report to Yorkshire BS where a lease does not comply with these requirements. The specifications relate to the installation of panels on properties countrywide and is not restricted to Trafford.

I am purchasing a house and the lawyer has raised the issue of Chancel Repair for which the property could be obligated to pay as it falls into the area of such a church. She has recommended insurance. Is this really appropriate for conveyancing in Trafford

Unless a prior purchase of the premises completed after 12 October 2013 you could assume that conveyancing practitioners carrying out conveyancing in Trafford to remain encouraging a chancel search and or chancel repair liability policy.

My husband and I are first time buyers - agreed a price, yet the agent informed us that the vendor will only issue a contract if we instruct their recommended solicitors as they need an ‘expedited deal’. Our preferred option is to instruct a family conveyancer with experience of conveyancing in Trafford

It is improbable the vendors are driving this. If they desire ‘a quick sale', alienating a motivated purchaser is going to damage their objectives. Avoid the agents and go straight to the sellers and make sure they understand (a)you are keen to buy (b)you are excited to move forward, with mortgage lined up © you have nothing to sell (d) you intend to proceed fast (e)but you will continue to instruct your preferred Trafford conveyancing solicitors - rather thanthose that will earn their negotiator at the agency a commission or meet his conveyancing thresholds pre-set by HQ.

Can a conveyancer remove a name from the title of my property in Trafford ?

Subtracting or adding someone to the title of your home is relatively straightforward. You’ll need to appoint a solicitor to discuss your legal rights before you can proceed with a transfer of property. Contact us to book a free consultation with one a conveyancer

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Trafford regulated by the SRA

It is important to note that the listed firms do not limit their work for conveyancing in Trafford but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.

  • Bannister Preston, 28-30 Washway Road, Sale, Cheshire, M33 7QY
  • Slater Heelis Llp, Lloyds Bank Buildings, 16 School Road, Sale, Cheshire, M33 7XP
  • Property Legal (manchester) Limited, Pls House, 2 Aegean Road, Atlantic Street, Broadheath, Broadheath, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 5UW
  • Michael Taylor & Co, 38 Crofts Bank Road, Urmston, Manchester, Lancashire, M41 0TQ
  • Ford Banks Irwin, 50 Stothard Road, Stretford, Manchester, Lancashire, M32 9HB

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Trafford regulated by the SRA

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Trafford practicing in commercial conveyancing in Trafford. This may include advice on buying and selling small and large scale commercial property and agricultural land
  • Ralli Limited, Jackson House, Sibson Road, Sale, Cheshire, M33 7RR
  • Bannister Preston, 28-30 Washway Road, Sale, Cheshire, M33 7QY
  • Slater Heelis Llp, Lloyds Bank Buildings, 16 School Road, Sale, Cheshire, M33 7XP
  • Property Legal (manchester) Limited, Pls House, 2 Aegean Road, Atlantic Street, Broadheath, Broadheath, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 5UW
  • Michael Taylor & Co, 38 Crofts Bank Road, Urmston, Manchester, Lancashire, M41 0TQ

Domestic Licensed Conveyancers in Trafford regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Trafford but also conveyancing across England and Wales.
  • Countrywide Property Lawyers Limited, 3rd Floor Lee House, M1 5RR
  • Countrywide Property Lawyers Limited, 2nd Floor, Churchgate House, M1 6EU
  • Conveyancing Expert Limited, 117 Chorley Road, M27 4AA

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