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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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For legal advice on buying and selling houses

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Reena Ravel has been extremely efficient and thorough over the selling of our property. No stone was left unturned, advice was given at each stage to ensure the proceedings were expedited as quickly as possible under what seems a very clunky system in England when buying/selling property.

Residential Property Client

It has been a long and drawn out sale of my late mothers property, but made so much easier by the efficiency of Porter Dodson and especially Reena. Everything was done efficiently, professionally and in good time - so often not the case with solicitors. Thank you for making a difficult sale as straightforward as possible. Would highly recommend Porter Dodson.

Rob

Reena and Beckie have made the conveyancing process simple and quick. They provide a great service and I would not hesitate to use Porter Dodson again.

Mark

Both Reena and Beckie were always very helpful and responsive whilst dealing with my house purchase. I would have no hesitation in recommending them and their firm.

Sue

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