I am a “no chain” cash buyer wanting to purchase a “vacant possession” house, yet ,y solicitor has told me conveyancing will take 12 to 16 weeks. I do not need a mortgage and would not require any surveys, and there is no chain at all, neither below nor above, so why would the process take so long? Apparently the vendor’s solicitor says they can complete in 2 weeks and the delay would be caused by my solicitor. Please can you explain why? Thank you.
Even as a cash buyer with no chain, conveyancing involves several steps that take time. Your solicitor must carry out legal checks, review the title deeds, check local authority searches, investigate potential restrictions and confirm the seller has the right to sell. Delays can arise from local councils, third parties or enquiries between solicitors. Not needing a mortgage or survey may simplify matters, but it does not remove these legal requirements. Ask your solicitor which stages are outstanding and whether completion could be expedited.
