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Gifting property, separating ownership, or refinancing, our team makes transferring equity straightforward and secure.
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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 solicitors are here to guide you through the process with clarity and legal support.
Whether you’re transferring equity between family members, adding or removing someone from the title deeds, or restructuring ownership after divorce or separation, our solicitors will ensure your transfer of equity is handled efficiently and with complete legal assurance.
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.
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.
Auction sales move quickly, and so do we. Whether you're selling through a traditional or modern auction, our team supports you in your preferred method, all while keeping things straight forward, secure, and legally sound.
We’ll help you prepare for a confident sale, whether you're managing everything online or prefer direct advice along the way.
Our auction clients get personal support from day one. We’ll guide you through auction conditions, legal pack reviews, and timelines, and answer every question before the hammer falls.
With expert solicitors and approachable service, we make the fast pace feel far more manageable.
Auction deadlines can be intense, which is why we keep things calm and clear. You’ll receive frequent updates and advice every step of the way, no surprises, no confusion.
Whether you're a first-time seller or seasoned investor, we’re here to keep your sale on track and stress-free.
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Ensure a seamless property transaction with our transparent and efficient legal expertise. We handle both buying and selling, simplifying your process.
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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.
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.
At Lyons Bowe, we handle your transfer and sale side-by-side, making the process simple and seamless.
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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