If you are planning on purchasing or selling a piece of land or a house, conveyancing is something you want to consider. It makes your purchase or sale secure, easy and convenient. Here's everything you need to know:

What Is Conveyancing?

Conveyancing is the process of transferring ownership of a property from a seller to a buyer with the help of a conveyancer or conveyancing solicitor. If you know that you do not have a clue of how the ownership of a property is transferred or even the documents required, it is vital to hire a conveyancer or conveyancing solicitor.

Conveyancers and Conveyancing Solicitors

There are two different specialists that can help you with conveyancing, but the average conveyancer cannot represent you in a court of law if the need arises; he or she is not a lawyer. At times, a piece of land or house might have disputes that need to be settled in court. In such a scenario, you need a lawyer. Conveyancing solicitors are lawyers who focus on legal matters concerning conveyancing (the transfer of ownership of properties). They are the go-to specialist in such cases.

What Do These Specialists Do for You as a Buyer?

If you are looking to purchase a property, a conveyancer can help you:

• Gather all the relevant documents needed when purchasing the property.
• Research the property (this is research on things you might not be able to find yourself or know how to check. For example, whether the property might be affected by future land use plans or whether the property is located in an area at risk of a natural calamity like flooding or earthquakes).
• Confirm whether the property has any disputes.
• Confirm that the seller is the real owner of the property to avoid being duped.
• Get a fair price for the property (this is arrived at after inspecting the property in question and carrying out research).

What Do These Specialists Do for You as a Seller?

When you are selling a property, a conveyance can help with the following tasks:

• Gather information about a buyer to find out whether he or she is a serious buyer or not.
• Receive buyer calls on your behalf so that you are not disturbed during your busy schedule. The conveyancer will reach out to you only when there is a serious buyer or when you require to fill some documents and answer some questions.
• Ensure you receive the full amount you have quoted without delays. Some buyers might have problems paying the full amount; conveyancers sieve them out for you.