23/03/2026

Whether you’re buying your first home, selling your property or remortgaging, the conveyancing process can feel complex and stressful. That’s where expert conveyancing solicitors can make all the difference.

At Beswicks, our experienced, Altrincham-based conveyancing team provides clear, trusted guidance at every step of your property journey. 

This guide is your complete resource to understanding conveyancing in Altrincham, how it works, and why professional support matters.

What is Conveyancing?

Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring ownership of a property from one person to another. It applies to residential sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity and more. From the moment an offer is accepted until the sale completes and the property is registered in your name at HM Land Registry, conveyancing solicitors ensure every legal requirement is met.

Why Use Conveyancing Solicitors in Altrincham?

When you instruct specialist conveyancing solicitors, you’re choosing qualified legal professionals who:

  • Understand property law and the legal framework around home transactions
  • Handle all aspects of contracts, searches and legal paperwork
  • Minimise legal risks and delays
  • Offer support and advice tailored to your unique situation

At Beswicks, our conveyancing team in Altrincham combines local knowledge with national experience, ensuring that whether you’re buying, selling or refinancing, your legal journey is smooth and transparent.

The Conveyancing Process in Altrincham: Step by Step

While every transaction is unique, most conveyancing matters in Altrincham follow these stages:

  1. Instruction & Initial Checks

As soon as you appoint a conveyancing solicitor, they will confirm your identity and legal instructions, prepare an instruction pack, and estimate likely fees and explain costs. This early stage sets the foundation for a smooth process.

  1. Drafting and Reviewing Contracts

For sellers, your solicitor prepares the contract pack, including title deeds, property information forms, and fixtures and fittings details. If you are buying a property, your solicitor receives these and begins their review and prepares any questions.

  1. Property Searches

Buyers’ solicitors carry out local authority, water & drainage and environmental searches to uncover any planning or legal issues that may affect the property. These can take several weeks.

  1. Mortgage & Enquiries

If you’re using a mortgage, your lender’s offer is forwarded to your solicitor. Both buyer and seller answer enquiries on conveyancing documentation to resolve issues before contracts are exchanged.

  1. Exchange of Contracts

Once both parties are satisfied, contracts are signed and exchanged. At this point, the agreement becomes legally binding.

  1. Completion

Completion day is when funds are transferred, and keys are handed over. Title deeds are registered with HM Land Registry in the buyer’s name.

How Long Does the Conveyancing Process Take in Altrincham?

While the conveyancing process can vary on a case-by-case basis, in Altrincham, the process for Freehold properties is 8–10 weeks, and the process for Leasehold properties is 10–12 weeks. Timescales vary depending on the complexity of the transaction, responses from third parties and search results.

 

When should I instruct a conveyancing solicitor?

Ideally, you should look for a conveyancing solicitor as soon as you’ve had an offer accepted on a property or, for sellers, as soon as you have accepted an offer.

Choosing the Right Conveyancing Solicitor in Altrincham

When comparing conveyancing solicitors, look for:

✔ A strong reputation and local presence

✔ Clear fee transparency 

✔ Regular updates and excellent communication

✔ Accreditation and regulation by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Conveyancing Quality Scheme

At Beswicks, our dedicated conveyancing and property solicitors pride themselves on delivering professional legal support with a personal touch, keeping you informed and in control from start to finish.

Common Conveyancing Services We Provide

We support clients across a range of property matters:

Buying a residential property – ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation

Selling your home – navigate contracts, title issues and completion

Leasehold transactions – handle lease paperwork and rights complexities

Transfers of equity & remortgages – manage ownership changes and lender requirements

Dedicated Conveyancing Solicitors at Beswicks Legal

Our conveyancing and property solicitors keep you up-to-date from start to finish, so you always know what to expect. No nasty surprises, no swamping you in unnecessary paperwork, just the very best legal advice delivered in plain English.

Our experienced team is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and accredited by The Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme, guaranteeing you the very highest standards of advice and conveyancing practices.

Contact our Altrincham team today to discuss your conveyancing needs and book a consultation.