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Whether gifting property, separating ownership, or refinancing, our specialist team makes transferring equity straightforward, secure, and fully supported from start to finish.
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Transferring equity in a property is a key legal and financial step due to a change in ownership, relationship breakdown, tax planning, or gifting property. Our expert property solicitors are here to guide you through the process with clarity, speed, and complete legal support.
We offer specialist equity transfer conveyancing across England and Wales, using dedicated teams, smart technology, and transparent fixed-fee pricing with no hidden costs.
From your initial enquiry through to completion, you’ll receive personalised support, real-time updates via our conveyancing app, and clear step-by-step guidance, so you always know what’s happening and what’s required next.
Whether you’re transferring equity between family members, adding or removing someone from the title deeds, or restructuring ownership after divorce or separation, our experienced solicitors will ensure your transfer of equity is handled efficiently and with complete legal assurance.
We believe that taking a step like buying a property, deserves a personal and bespoke service. Your service can change based on your needs, but what never changes is our dedication to giving our clients a 5 star service.
Transferring equity is a personal decision, and your service should reflect that. Whether you’re adding a partner, removing a name, or restructuring ownership, we tailor the process to suit your circumstances, without unnecessary complexity.
We’ll guide you clearly through every legal step, keeping your transaction smooth and straightforward.
No two transfers are alike. We’ll take the time to understand your situation and walk you through what’s needed, from Land Registry paperwork to mortgage lender coordination.
With your own dedicated team, you’ll always know who’s handling your case and what happens next.
We know transfers often happen during life changes, new relationships, breakups, family agreements. That’s why we approach your case with empathy and clarity, making sure you feel supported throughout.
You’ll never be left wondering what’s going on or what’s coming next. We’ll keep you fully in the loop.
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At Lyons Bowe, we have reimagined residential property law to deliver a faster, clearer, and more personal legal experience. Here is what makes our service different.
5-Star Client Service
Thousands of five-star reviews reflect our commitment to clear communication, structured support, and personal care throughout your property journey.
Industry-Leading App
Track your case in real-time with our easy-to-use app and receive updates, complete forms, verify your ID, and make secure payments, all in one place.
Local, Friendly Offices
We are proud to offer friendly, expert support across our offices in Bath, Bournemouth, Bristol, Bridgwater, Cardiff, Cheltenham, Exeter, Frome, Keynsham, and Shepton Mallet. With national reach through secure digital services.
Structured Legal Journey
Our unique team model means you always have the right expert at every stage, from onboarding to completion, keeping your transaction moving quickly and smoothly.
Smart, Secure Legal Technology
From secure digital onboarding to online payments and e-signatures, our tech makes legal services simpler, safer, and more convenient, without losing the human touch.
Clear, Fair Fees
We offer transparent, fixed-fee conveyancing wherever possible, with clear guidance upfront so you stay in control. You can also take advantage of our Abortive Pledge, so are protected if your transaction falls through for reasons outside your control.
It is critical you update your Will after a change like this. We offer customised solutions from £250.
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Forget the confusing lingo and overly wordy explanations. Our app makes sense of it all. Seamless, convenient and designed with you in mind.
Thousands of five-star reviews from clients just like you. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, clear communication, and innovative technology to make your legal journey seamless.
From start to finish the app kept me updated and the team were quick to answer any queries. I felt fully supported throughout and everything completed on time.
Nina, Residential Conveyancing
Lyons Bowe handled both our sale and purchase with outstanding professionalism. Clear updates, friendly service, and the whole process felt very structured. Could not fault them.
Mark and Emily, Sale and Purchase
An amazing service! The team made the whole house-buying experience stress-free. Communication was excellent and the app meant I always knew exactly what stage I was at. Highly recommend.
Sarah, Residential Conveyancing
Very impressed with how organised and efficient the team were. I knew exactly what was happening at every stage. Would highly recommend Lyons Bowe for anyone buying or selling a home.
Louise, Sale & Purchase Client
Buying our first home was much easier than expected thanks to Lyons Bowe. Clear updates, a brilliant app, and friendly staff who made everything straightforward.
David & Emma, First-Time Buyers
Excellent service from start to finish. The Lyons Bowe app kept me updated in real-time and the team were always ready to answer my questions. I felt supported throughout the whole process.
Sarah, Residential Conveyancing Client
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A transfer of equity is when you change the legal owners of a property. This could be adding someone to the ownership, like a partner, or removing someone. It's essentially changing who is legally recognized as owning the property.
It's not legally required for both parties to have their own solicitor, but it's highly recommended. Having separate solicitors, like Lyons Bowe, ensures that everyone's interests are protected and the process goes smoothly for both the person giving and the person receiving equity.
You are welcome to use our app, but you do not have to. The app provides you with the ability to make online payments, digitally submit your ID verification, source of funds and sign documents digitally as well as receiving live updates on your purchase. If you choose not to use our app, you will still receive live email updates with comprehensive guides attached to them so that you understand every stage of your purchase.
The length of time it takes to transfer equity in a property varies from matter to matter. For example, if you there is not a mortgage on the property, the process will be much quicker. On average, it takes between 6 to 10 weeks to transfer equity in a property, but this may differ depending on your circumstances.
If there is a mortgage on the property then you will need to get permission from your lender. Once you transfer the property into another person’s name, that person has rights over the property which will prevent you from selling the property without their consent. If the relationship were to break down, one party may be entitled to claim off the other in order to be taken off the deeds.
The law around when an estate can be used for care home fees is complex and there is no one answer. If you are looking to remortgage in the interest of planning for care home fees, you will need to speak to our lawyers so that we can understand your individual circumstances and better help you.
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) will not be due on a transfer of equity if: Following a divorce, as part of a court order A divorce results in a transfer of equity A transfer of equity of freehold or leasehold land where no money (consideration) is to be paid from the original owner to the new owner. This would include the gift of a property from a parent to a child.
Gifting or buying out a share is often the pre-step to selling. Lyons Bowe manages the equity transfer quickly, then lists your property sale seamlessly, same portal, same dedicated team, zero duplicated paperwork.
Lyons Bowe is a trading name of Lyons Bowe Limited, a limited company registered in England & Wales (registered number OC11526226) which is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority No. 652616. A list of Directors is available at our registered office 54 High Street, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 5AS
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