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Buying and Selling Houses

Whether you are selling your home, looking to buy a house or flat, or both, our team of experienced property lawyers are here to guide you through the process to completion.

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We’re with you every step of the way

We like to maintain an excellent working relationship with you, providing you with clear and tailored advice throughout to suit your circumstances whether you are a first-time buyer, or an experienced property investor.

Buying or selling a home? How we can help

Whether you're buying your first home, selling a property, or managing both at once, our experienced residential property team is here to guide you through the process with clarity and confidence.

 

We understand that moving home is a big moment and we’re committed to making it as smooth and stress-free as possible.

 

We explain the legal process as “conveyancing” and further details can be found on the Legal Choices website or by viewing our handy flowchart for 'Buying & Selling House: the process'. Our full booklet explaining the process, is sent out to all our clients before starting work.

 


Why Choose Porter Dodson?

  • Personal, Friendly Service
    You’ll work with a dedicated, approachable legal expert who understands your goals and keeps you informed at every stage. 
  • Clear, Tailored Advice
    Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, we’ll provide advice that’s practical, jargon-free, and tailored to your situation. 
  • Speed and Efficiency
    Timing matters - especially when you're part of a chain. We work closely with estate agents, mortgage lenders, brokers, and other solicitors to keep things moving and avoid delays. 
  • Transparent Fees
    You’ll receive a clear fee guide at the outset, so you know exactly what to expect - no surprises. 
  • Trusted Expertise
    We’re accredited by the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS), so you can be confident in our skills, professionalism, and commitment to high standards. 
  • Helpful Resources
    We provide a Buying and Selling Houses Booklet that walks you through the process step by step. 
  • Local Knowledge, National Reach
    With offices across Somerset, Dorset and Devon, we’re well placed to help. But wherever you are in England, we can work with you by phone, email, or post. 
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Michelle Wilson and her conveyancing team at the Poundbury Office were a joy to work with: efficient, courteous and swift, always responding quickly to queries. I heartily recommend them.

Barry

Once again, a fantastic service by Porter Dodson! A big shoutout to all of the team, especially Reena, Beckie and Jennifer. You have guided and been so helpful to my parents throughout the process of a house purchase for them. It’s been a challenging time for them, but you got them through. Highly recommend and would not hesitate to use them in the future. Thank you!

Michelle

Once again, a fantastic service by Porter Dodson! A big shoutout to all of the team, especially Reena, Beckie and Jennifer. You have guided and been so helpful to my parents throughout the process of a house purchase for them. It’s been a challenging time for them, but you got them through. Highly recommend and would not hesitate to use them in the future. Thank you!

Michelle

Reena and her team provided exceptional support and professionalism in handling the sale of my mother’s house. They made what is often an emotional and stressful process much easier; they dealt with everything promptly and efficiently, and were easy to contact by phone which has been very important to me. I would highly recommend them; in fact I already have - quite a few times!

Susan

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