Residential Property Solicitors

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At Butcher & Barlow, we understand that the process of buying and selling property can be daunting. There are so many people involved – solicitors, estate agents, mortgage brokers, valuers, mortgage lenders, surveyors, the list goes on – and you may not know who to talk to about what. There are many important decisions to make, and a fair few hoops to jump through. But don’t worry, Butcher & Barlow will be there to share the load and help you navigate the process.

Our experienced team will be your first port of call throughout the conveyancing process. Communication and personal service are important to us. We will be open and honest, and we will be on hand, keeping you informed and updated throughout your transaction.

Butcher & Barlow hold the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation (CQS). This mark demonstrates that we have the skill and expertise to provide quality residential advice. It also means that we are accepted on to the panels of all the major lenders. So that should mean no additional third party solicitor costs when it comes to any aspect of your property sale or purchase. Butcher & Barlow are committed to price transparency. We will provide you with a full cost estimate at the outset, with no hidden fees. Our fees only change if your instructions change.

With offices located throughout Cheshire, Manchester, and across the North West, you can be assured that we will provide unrivaled local knowledge regardless of where in the region you are buying.

What is Residential Property?

At Butcher & Barlow, we will always try to speak your language but occasionally we have to use legal terms. Our Glossary will help you understand those phrases that may seem a little alien to you.

If you would like to obtain a no obligation quote, or you have any questions regarding the process, please get in touch with any member of our team. Alternatively, complete our Enquiry form by clicking the link and we will call you back as soon as possible.

How can we help you?

Sales:

At Butcher & Barlow we have a wealth of experience in dealing with various types of sale transactions of both registered and unregistered property and land titles.

Whether you are an individual or a company and whether you are selling a single property or multiple properties, a our dedicated Residential Conveyancing Team will be able to handle your transaction from start to finish.

Whether your sale involves a freehold or leasehold house, a flat, a shared ownership lease, a sale of land or the sale of part of a title only then we have the expertise to assist you.

You can read about the sales process and the likely timescales in our handy downloads section below and how our fees are calculated here.

Purchases:

Whether you are an individual or a company, whether you are purchasing a single property or multiple properties a member of our dedicated and experienced Residential Property Team will be able to handle your transaction from start to finish. Whether you are a first time buyers or a property investor, we will discuss with you each step in the process to ensure you make informed decisions.

Whether your purchase involves a freehold or leasehold house, a flat, a new build or converted property, a shared ownership lease, a right to buy, a help to buy, a purchase of land or the purchase of part of a title only then we have the expertise to assist you and get you moving.

You can read about the sales process and the likely timescales in our handy downloads section below and how our fees are calculated here.

Remortgages:

Whether you are remortgaging to secure a better rate of borrowing, or to release equity in the property, changing to a buy-to -let mortgage, or mortgaging a currently unmortgaged property, our Team can assist to you through the process from start to finish.

Butcher & Barlow is a member of all major mortgage lenders approved panels ensuring a swift and efficient transaction. We have string working relationships with local mortgage brokers and financial advisers with lines of communication remain firmly open to ensure the mortgage proceeds smoothly and quickly.

You can read about the sales process and the likely timescales in our handy downloads section below and how our fees are calculated here

Transfers of equity:

It may sometimes be necessary to change the ownership of your property, for example, adding or removing someone to or from the title deeds. This may be following a separation, divorce, or in the case of cohabitation. To do this you will need to enter into a transfer of equity, our team will advise you and prepare the transfer of equity for you.

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Residential Property Insights

24th Aug 2023
By Michael Bracegirdle,

What our clients say about our Residential Property Service

Extremely knowledgeable, responsive and professional support with a tenant eviction process. Great communication throughout, clear pricing structure, and a successful outcome. Highly recommend.

Best conveyancing solicitors we've ever used! Amanda and her colleagues Steph and Sarah have been brilliant throughout the whole process. From rapidly responding to enquiries, chasing the solicitors of our buyer and seller, and answering questions when we've had them, nothing has been too much trouble. When it came to exchanging and completing, Amanda made herself available on both days for regular updates and phone calls with ourselves, which is not something we have always experienced with conveyancing solicitors.

Excellent legal advice given in a timely manner. Proactive, supportive and removed stress and worry at a difficult time. Thank You.

Recently worked with Ella for conveyancing and she was fantastic. Thank you Ella.

What a truly fantastic company to deal with. Butcher & Barlow have been amazing from start to finish. Kimberley was our Solicitor who was super professional and Laura, with her constant updates, was a breath of fresh air!

Hassle Free Conveyancing. Butcher & Barlow dealt with the legalities regarding the sale of my old house and purchase of my new home. It was quite a convoluted affair involving banks and receivers. We got there in the end. Butcher & Barlow and Mathew, in particular, from the Bramhall office, deserve much praise. The service I received was reasonably priced and thoroughly professional, a straight 10/10 from me.

Matthew was amazing! We found Matthew at Butcher & Barlow to be professional and a clear communicator. I had very little knowledge of what we needed to sort out and Matthew made sure I understood everything. Emails were responded to promptly and Matthew went above and beyond to sort out our move. Should we be moving in the future, we will be seeking him out again!

First time in using Butcher & Barlow Solicitors. We had Catherine Landale and couldn't fault the service we received. Nothing was too much trouble , all queries were answered quickly and was kept informed all the way through. Would recommend and use them again.

Amanda was great in dealing with the purchase of our freehold. She gave valuable advice and was incredibly approachable in the process. She was also exceptional at keeping us updated and her communications were so proactive. Thank you so much for the help along the way.

Fantastic, brilliant. Philip and Trish helped us through quite a stressful process given our buyer had chosen an online Conveyancer that made everything difficult throughout the whole process. I would definitely recommend these guys without hesitation and if the need ever arises, we would use again.