Conveyancing in the UK often takes longer than you’d expect. But here’s the thing: once you understand the reasons behind the delays, the process might feel a bit less stressful. That’s exactly what we’re tackling today.

Join Thom Wilkinson and Charlie Davidson from the residential conveyancing team at Bishop & Sewell in this episode of Listen Without Prejudice as they address one of the most common questions in property transactions: Why does conveyancing take so long?

Thom and Charlie break down the roles and responsibilities of everyone involved and how certain factors—like the client’s proactive involvement—can actually speed things up.

They also discuss the importance of clear and transparent communication between clients, solicitors, and estate agents. After all, effective teamwork is often the key to pushing things forward.

From practical tips on how to collaborate with all parties involved to a discussion on how technology is shaping the process, Thom and Charlie cover it all to help keep your deal on track.

But don’t forget—speed isn’t the ultimate goal here. What really matters is ensuring the transaction is thorough and secure.

Listen to the full episode for more inside scoop on making your transaction as smooth as possible!

Chapter Markers:

[1:20] Understanding the process of conveyancing

[4:00] Discussing the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved in the transaction

[6:44] The importance of transparency and effective communication between clients and their conveyancers to speed up property transactions

[9:11] Tips for following up with solicitors effectively

[11:28] Streamlining communication between estate agents and solicitors

[16:35] Exploring the role of technology and AI in the conveyancing process

[20:17] Balancing between speed and legal risks in conveyancing

[23:10] Concluding thoughts

Useful Links:

Thom Wilkinson LinkedIn

Charlie Davidson LinkedIn

Bishop & Sewell Website