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Residential Property Solicitors

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

18th Nov 2024
By Lynsey Stuchfield,

What our clients say about our Residential Property Service

From start to finish, Matthew and Ella were incredible. They kept us fully updated throughout every step, guiding us patiently through the whole process and taking the time to answer all our questions, no matter how small. Incredibly, we completed within 10 weeks of putting in our offer—something I never thought would happen so smoothly. It’s clear that Matthew and Ella work tirelessly for their clients, and despite their busy schedules, we always felt we had their full attention. I honestly cannot thank them both enough for their hard work, efficiency, and kindness. I’ll absolutely be using them for any future needs and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a solicitor. Thank you both for making our first home purchase such a positive experience!

How refreshing to deal with Solicitors who are friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, patient and very approachable. Caroline & Ella supported us through our house purchase and sale, with great professionalism and expertise. They always responded to our emails & phone calls promptly and kept us updated the whole way through. We met them both at the office to sign documentation, and they were very thorough, explained everything in detail and ensured we had all the information needed before signing. We would like to thank them both for guiding us through a complicated process and for their patience in dealing with us and the endless questions relating to the sale/purchase of our houses.

We have received excellent service from Butcher & Barlow for the sale of our apartment. Everything went very smoothly and we felt supported and helped all the way through. In particular dealing with forms and enquiries. Paralegal Ella Woodier was exceptional. I can't praise her highly enough. She was patient, knowledgeable and always answered any queries promptly either on the phone or email. It was such a reassurance to have people you can reach out to when you are going through the stressful process of selling a property. We are just pleased that we are using them for the sale of our 2nd property, too. Highly recommend them!! If we could give 10 stars if we would.

Brilliant from start to finish. Casey Ashton dealt with the sale of my previous home and the purchase of my new house and has been excellent throughout both! Communication was brilliant as was the efficiency! Wouldn’t use any other solicitor’s and would highly recommend Casey personally!

Another fantastic experience with Butcher & Barlow. Our family have used the Bramhall Solicitors for many years and the service has always been exceptional. We have just completed on the sale of a property and we’d like to say a big thank you to Ella. She has made the process so easy and has kept us up to date throughout. A credit to the Butcher & Barlow team. Thank you Ella.

Excellent service for house sale. We have just experienced the fastest and smoothest house sale imaginable! The service from Butcher & Barlow has been first rate, as has the communication. Everything has been dealt with promptly by Ella and Matthew. We would highly recommend!

Conveyancing made easy. Many thanks to all at your Firm, most especially Ella Woodier who was our primary point of contact. Ella was great to deal with and we felt completely supported at all times. Ten out of ten!

Ella was always friendly, helpful and supportive and kept us up to date with the progress of the sale. She answered questions quickly and efficiently and we felt that we were well looked after. We would highly recommend Ella and Butcher & Barlow for a first class service.

Transfer of Equity. Solicitor Casey Ashton has, from start to finish of this process, been more than helpful. Great communication and has been very patient with my constant enquiries. Casey made what felt like a daunting task for us much easier.