Transfer of title in land law covers the legal steps to move ownership of property from one person to another, and to record that change at the land registry. A solicitor specializing in this area handles the drafting and execution of the transfer deed, reviews the title, discharges or creates any outstanding encumbrances, and manages registration of the new owner at HM Land Registry. They also address related matters such as searches, Stamp Duty Land Tax, and liaising with the buyer, seller, lenders, and their conveyancers to complete the transaction.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
A transfer of title involves coordinating title checks, drafting the transfer instrument (and related documents), handling any pre‑completion requirements, and ensuring correct registration with HM Land Registry to protect the purchaser’s ownership and any mortgage. The process depends on title evidence, property conditions, and potential encumbrances, with professional oversight guarding against gaps in title or defective documentation.
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