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Do I Need a Solicitor to Sell My House?

You don't legally need a solicitor to sell, but nearly every seller uses one. What a seller's conveyancer does, costs and timelines. Fraser Bond handles sales and conveyancing.

Do I Need a Solicitor to Sell My House? Residential Property Services in London

Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

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Do I Need a Solicitor to Sell My House?

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In short: You aren't legally required to use a solicitor to sell, but nearly every seller does. A solicitor or licensed conveyancer drafts the contract, answers the buyer's enquiries, redeems your mortgage and transfers the title. Fraser Bond sells homes and its property legal service can handle the conveyancing too.

What the seller's conveyancer does

Gets your title documents, sends the TA6 property information and TA10 fittings and contents forms, answers enquiries, deals with the freeholder or managing agent if leasehold, redeems the mortgage on completion and pays the agent.

Get ready early

Instructing a conveyancer when you list, not when you accept an offer, saves weeks. Gather guarantees, building control certificates, FENSA records and planning documents.

Fraser Bond property legal services

  • Sale and purchase conveyancing
  • Leases, lease extensions and licences
  • Possession claims and rent arrears recovery
  • Landlord and tenant disputes, disrepair and deposit claims
  • Reserved legal work, such as conveyancing and court proceedings, is carried out by SRA-regulated solicitors

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How it works

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Tell us what you needBuying, selling, a lease matter or a tenant problem. Send any documents you have.
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Quote and planA written fee quote and the likely timeline.
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The workConveyancing, notices or court proceedings are carried out by SRA-regulated solicitors; we coordinate and keep you updated.
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CompletionCompletion, registration or possession, with documents filed for your records.
Conveyancing cost estimate
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Total estimate–

Illustrative. Stamp Duty Land Tax is separate. Ask for a written quote.

Frequently asked questions

Can I do my own conveyancing as a seller?

It is legally possible if you own outright, but lenders and buyers' solicitors expect a professional, so most sellers use one.

How much does sale conveyancing cost?

Often a little less than a purchase; leasehold sales cost more.

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