Property law

selling a home

Practical conveyancing advice and support for homeowners selling residential property, from preparing contracts and title documents through to closing.

When should you seek legal advice?

You should consider contacting a solicitor as soon as you decide to sell, ideally before the property is placed on the market. Early legal preparation can help identify title, planning or documentation issues before they delay the sale.

What should you do now?

Provide your solicitor with the property details, title information and any mortgage details as early as possible. Gather relevant planning documents, certificates and records, and let your solicitor know about any extensions, alterations or other matters that may affect the title or sale.

documents that may be useful

  • Title documents or details of where they are held
  • Mortgage or lender details
  • Planning permissions or certificates
  • BER certificate, if available
  • Details of extensions or alterations
  • Property tax or management company information, where relevant
  • Estate agent correspondence and proposed sale details

How o'Regan little solicitors llp can help

O’Regan Little Solicitors LLP can prepare the contract for sale, review and organise title documentation, deal with purchaser queries, coordinate with your lender where necessary, manage the legal steps to closing and complete the transfer of the property.

Frequently asked questions

When should I contact a solicitor when selling a home?

You should contact a solicitor as early as possible, ideally before the property goes to market. This allows time to gather title documents and resolve any legal or planning issues before a buyer is found.


What happens after a buyer is found?

Your solicitor prepares the contract and title documents, responds to legal queries raised by the buyer’s solicitor, deals with any mortgage or title issues and coordinates the closing once the contract is signed.


What documents should I bring to an initial consultation?

Bring or send any title information, mortgage details, planning documents, BER certificate, management company information if relevant, and details of any extensions, alterations or other matters affecting the property.

Selling a Home?

Speak with O’Regan Little about preparing the sale, title documentation and any proposed closing date.