Conveyancing guides, news and tips

Specialist conveyancing articles to inform you about conveyancing for a house or a flat; whether you already own your own home or if you are buying one. These are free to read and written by specialists in this area.

At SAM Conveyancing we give you all the information you need to know written in a way that makes it easy to understand. We also have a panel of conveyancing solicitors should you need someone to help with conveyancing for buying a home, lease extension, remortgage, transfer of equity, collective enfranchisement, independent legal advice or deed of trusts.

Please click, read and enjoy. If you get stuck or need any help then call us and speak to a friendly member of the SAM Conveyancing team - 0333 344 3234 (local call charges).

Local Authority Searches: The Ultimate 2026 Guide to Costs & Timescales

Local Authority Searches: The Ultimate 2026 Guide to Costs & Timescales

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The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Leasehold

The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Leasehold

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Compulsory Purchase Order On My House (CPO)

Compulsory Purchase Order On My House (CPO)

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Setting Up Gas and Electricity in a New Home

Setting Up Gas and Electricity in a New Home

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Do You Pay Capital Gains Tax on a Remortgage

Do You Pay Capital Gains Tax on a Remortgage

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A house in England with a large tree growing nearby that has a tree preservation order

Buying a House with a Tree Preservation Order: What You Need to Know

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Can I Remortgage Early? Avoiding Fees & Porting Your Mortgage

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Buying a House for the First Time

Buying a House for the First Time

First time buyer stamp duty: A 2026 guide to rates and relief

First time buyer stamp duty: A 2026 guide to rates and relief

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Estate Management Fees

Estate Management Fees

Land Registry Delays

Land Registry Delays

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Remortgage Process Explained

Remortgage Process Explained

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