Sort conveyancing + chase pre-contract enquiries

Why this matters

Conveyancing is the bottleneck on most UK purchases. The earlier you instruct a firm, the sooner they can order searches and start raising enquiries to the seller's solicitor.

Most firms work on a no-completion-no-fee basis, so you're not locked in if the purchase falls through. Quotes vary widely — comparing three keeps the fees honest.

Once instructed, your conveyancer will send pre-contract enquiries to the seller's side. Push for weekly updates and don't be afraid to escalate. Exchange usually follows when all enquiries are answered.