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Buying and Selling Your Home

Buying and Selling Your Home

Trusted advice on buying or selling your home, making the process smoother and less stressful while protecting your interests every step of the way.

If you decide to ask us to act on either the sale or the purchase of your property, we will discuss with you at the outset your requirements and whether there are any known issues that might affect the smooth running of the transaction.

We will explain to you the typical stages leading to a successful property sale or purchase. These are included in the adjacent note which you are welcome to download.

We understand how much of a busy and intense period this can be. Our team of experienced and professional property lawyers and conveyancing solicitors will have come across similar issues that your house sale or purchase is likely to face. However no two house moves are the same and so we provide you with the email and telephone number of your solicitor so that you can reach them directly if needed. We use computer software to help us manage your work efficiently and to keep you up to date on progress.

We also have established relationships with many of the local estate agents and in many cases we know the property lawyers or conveyancers on the other side – this can make solving problems easier when you know the people involved.

If you are planning to purchase a property between two or more people, it is important to consider making a Declaration of Trust to protect the interests of both parties.

If you would like to submit your enquiry using the form below, one of our Residential Property team will come back to you very shortly.

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Here’s why you should choose our team

We offer a bespoke and personalised service to our clients, we are not a volume based practice.

Our lawyers are highly respected in the residential property market by clients and other professionals.

Our lawyers have great relationships with local, regional and national estate agents, surveyors, mortgage brokers, accountants and other solicitors and we work with them to ensure a smooth transaction for our clients.

Our lawyers are efficient and available (clients have direct dials and email addresses for the solicitor dealing) as a result the time we take to get from instruction to exchange of contracts is less than many firms in the industry.

We are members of The Law Society accredited Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS).

We have recently invested in a brand new case management system with increased efficiency in mind.

FAQs

Below are some questions that we are frequently asked by clients who require advice on Buying and Selling Your Home Law.

The Inheritance Act 1975 allows certain individuals to make a claim against an estate if they believe they have not been adequately provided for in the deceased's Will or under the rules of intestacy.

Certain categories of individuals, including spouses or civil partners, former spouses or civil partners, cohabiting partners, children (including adult children), and others who were financially dependent on the deceased, may be eligible to make a claim under the Act.

Claims can be made on various grounds, including lack of reasonable financial provision for the claimant's maintenance, where the Will or intestacy rules do not adequately provide for the claimant's needs, or if the Will fails to recognise certain relationships or obligations.

Courts consider several factors when assessing claims, including the financial needs and resources of the claimant, the deceased's obligations and responsibilities towards the claimant, the size and nature of the estate, any disabilities or health issues of the claimant, and other relevant circumstances.

Claims under the Act must typically be made within six months from the grant of probate or letters of administration. However, the court has discretion to allow claims outside this time limit in certain circumstances, so it is essential to seek legal advice promptly.

If you believe you have a valid claim, it is crucial to seek legal advice from a specialist solicitor experienced in inheritance disputes. They can assess your case, explain your rights and options, and guide you through the process of making a claim.

Many claims are resolved through negotiation or mediation, where parties reach a mutually acceptable agreement outside of court. In cases where a settlement cannot be reached, the matter may proceed to court for a judge to make a decision.

Yes, if you believe you have not been adequately provided for in the deceased's Will, you may be able to make a claim under the Inheritance Act 1975, even if you have been entirely excluded from the Will.

The court can order various forms of financial provision, such as a lump sum payment, regular payments, or the transfer of specific assets.

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Here's how to get in touch if you have any questions at all or would like to speak to us about your enquiry. Please complete the form below and one of our experts will get in touch to discuss how we can help.

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What our clients say...

"I would again highly recommend the team at the Leatherhead office. Mark, Nichola and Elody were all exceptional in seeing through the sale of my parents' house. Always very friendly, incredibly helpful and super efficient, they were fabulous and made a stressful time for me so much easier. Thank you all so much."

Residential Property client - July 2026

"Professional, friendly and timely advice and response to any queries. Excellent service - thank you."

Residential Property client - April 2026

"I genuinely felt like I was held with absolutely grace and respect. This was a big sale for me and there were hurdles to overcome but the team at TWM couldn't have been better."

Residential Property client - May 2026

I just wanted to drop you an email to say a big thank you for all your hard work on my recent sale and purchase. It was an emotional move for me for lots of reasons and your kindness, patience and brilliant service was very much appreciated! Thanks again!

Residential Property client
July 2025

Wow, after going to 2 other solicitors in Wimbledon who kicked their heels and didn't get back to me, I kept chasing, etc., I talked to TWM and it was effortless. Thanks so much to Shelley in particular AMAZING! 100% recommend.

Residential Property client - March 2026

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