Residential Property Lawyers In Stockport & Cheshire

Our Residential Property Solicitors in Stockport and Manchester offer expert legal support for client buying or selling and managing their homes. With the right support, property transactions can run smoothly and with fewer surprises along the way. 

We bring over 20 years of experience in Residential Property Law to every matter we handle. We have supported homeowners, landlords and buyers across Stockport and the Greater Manchester area, offering straightforward advice and practical legal solutions that help transactions stay on track. 

At Mounteney, our Residential Property Lawyers handle the legal documents, communicate with other parties involved and make sure everything is completed properly. We aim to take the pressure off our clients and keep things progressing at the right pace. 

As a firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulations Authority and the Council for Licensed Conveyancers, we follow strict professional standards and offer peace of mind that your property transaction is being handled with care, accuracy and full legal compliance. 

Our Residential Property department is led by Amanda Neil, a senior solicitor and Director of the Hazel Grove office who has been qualified since 2007. She brings a wealth of experience to every transaction and her leadership ensures that clients benefit from a high level of expertise and a consistently reliable service. 

If you require our help with a Residential Property matter, call the number at the top of the page or fill in the enquiry for below to request a call back from one of our Residential Property Solicitors in Stockport.

How can our Residential Property Solicitors Help?

Every property transaction involves important legal steps that need to be handled with care. Our Residential Property Solicitors provide expert support to ensure everything is done properly and without unnecessary delay. We deal with a wide range of matters, from straightforward sales to more complicated transactions involving auctions, mortgages and ownership changes. We help clients with:

• Reviewing contracts and advising on your legal position
• Carrying out property checks, searches and due diligence
• Dealing with mortgage lenders and preparing legal documentation
• Managing auction purchases and sales
• Advising on equity release and bridging finance
• Handling transfers of equity and changes to property ownership
• Registering property with HM Land Registry

We don’t just process paperwork, we provide legal certainty at every stage of your property matter. With our Residential Property Solicitors by your side, you’ll have clear answers, proactive communication and the confidence that nothing is being missed.

Our Residential Property Services

Our Residential Property team supports clients through a wide range of legal matters, from everyday transactions to more specialist issues. With expert guidance and a focus on getting things done properly, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence. Our Residential Property Solicitors can help with: 

Conveyancing

Our Conveyancing Solicitors in Stockport and Manchester handle all legal aspects of buying or selling a residential property. We deal with contract preparation, title checks, property searches, communication with the other side’s solicitor and all steps through to completion and post-completion registration. Our team ensures that your transaction is managed efficiently, reducing the risk of delays and protecting your legal interests at every stage. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or moving up the property ladder, we’re here to provide clarity and guidance throughout the process.

Mounteney Complete

Our Fast Conveyancing Solicitors offer Mounteney Complete, a unique service designed to make property transactions quicker and more efficient. This arrangement allows both the buyer and seller to instruct independent law firms (Mounteney Solicitors and Mounteney Conveyancers) that are closely affiliated and share the same infrastructure. The result is fewer delays, improved consistency and a smoother overall experience, without compromising on independence or legal protection.

Online Conveyancing

Our Online Conveyancing Solicitors provide a fully remote service for clients across England and Wales. You don’t need to be based in Stockport or Manchester to work with us, everything can be managed by phone, email and secure online systems. This service offers the same level of legal care as our in-person work, with the added convenience of handling your transaction from wherever you are.

Landlord Services

Our Landlord Solicitors in Manchester provide legal advice and practical support for landlords managing residential properties. From drafting tenancy agreements to dealing with deposit issues or tenant disputes, we help you stay compliant and protect your investment. Whether you own a single property or a larger portfolio, our team is here to support your rights and responsibilities as a landlord.

Residential Bridging Loans

If you’re using short-term finance to secure a property or complete a chain, our Bridging Loan Solicitors will ensure the legal side is handled quickly and correctly. We advise on the structure of bridging loans, review the lender’s terms and complete the legal formalities to help you access funds without delay or risk.

First Registration of Unregistered Property

If your property is not yet listed with HM Land Registry, our Land Registry Solicitors can handle the first registration process for you. We’ll gather the necessary title documents, prepare the application and submit everything to ensure your ownership is formally recorded. Registering your property protects your legal rights and simplifies future sales, transfers or remortgages.

Acting on Auction Sales

Selling a property at auction comes with its own legal requirements. Our Auction Conveyancing Solicitors will prepare the legal pack, ensure all necessary documents are in place and manage the contract process once the property is sold. We help sellers meet auction house timelines and provide clear guidance throughout the transaction.

Equity Release Mortgage

If you’re planning to access the value tied up in your home, our Equity Release Solicitors are here to ensure you fully understand the legal and financial implications. We provide clear, tailored advice to help you tackle equity release schemes with confidence. Our team will review your lender’s terms, explain the long-term impact, and make sure your interests are properly protected before you proceed.

Contract Report on Title

Before you commit to buying a property, it’s essential to know exactly what you’re purchasing. Our Contract Report Solicitors provide a detailed review of the title, contract terms and any associated risks. This report helps you make an informed decision and can highlight issues that may need to be resolved before you proceed with the purchase.

Auction-Contracted Purchase and Sale

Buying a property at auction requires quick action and reliable legal support. Our Property Auction Solicitors will review the legal pack before the auction, advise you on any risks, and handle the post-auction completion process. With tight deadlines and no room for error, we ensure your auction purchase is legally sound and completed on time.

Freehold Sale and Purchase

Buying or selling a freehold property involves a number of legal checks and documents. We act on your behalf to ensure everything is completed properly and your rights are protected. If you’re purchasing your freehold from a landlord or third party, our solicitors will explain the process clearly and guide you through the legal steps involved in buying the freehold of your home.

Transfer of Equity

A transfer of equity involves changing the legal ownership of a property, often following a change in personal or financial circumstances. Our Transfer of Equity Solicitors manage the entire process, including preparing the transfer deed, dealing with mortgage lenders if needed, and updating the Land Registry. We ensure everything is handled accurately and in line with your goals.

Remortgages

Remortgaging your home involves more than just switching lenders, it also requires careful legal handling. Our Remortgage Solicitors manage the full process on your behalf, including reviewing the new mortgage offer, dealing with existing charges and updating HM Land Registry. We work efficiently to complete your remortgage with minimal disruption to your day-to-day life.

Mortgages

Getting the legal side of your mortgage right is essential to avoid delays and ensure your lender’s conditions are met. Our solicitors offer expert Mortgage Legal Advice, taking care of document preparation, lender communications and title checks. Whether you’re buying your first home or moving to a new property, we’ll make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible.

Fixed Fee Residential Property Services

We offer clear and transparent pricing for all our Residential Property Services. Wherever possible, we work on a fixed fee basis so you know exactly what to expect from the outset, no hidden costs, no unexpected extras.

For more detailed matters such as conveyancing, we’ll provide a personalised estimate that includes all likely costs and VAT. Our Residential Property team will always explain the fees before any work begins, so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

If you’d like a tailored quote for your property matter, contact us and we’ll be happy to advise.

What is the Process of working with a Residential Property Solicitor?

Property transactions follow a clear legal structure and understanding each stage can help you feel more in control. From your first enquiry through to final registration, our Residential Property Lawyers handle every detail with care and professionalism to keep things progressing smoothly.

We begin with an initial discussion to understand the details of your transaction and what you need from us. This might include advice on timelines, sale conditions, mortgage requirements or wider property law considerations. We’ll outline the legal steps involved, explain how we work, and provide a fixed fee quote so you know what to expect from the start.

1. Instruction and early guidance

Once you formally instruct us, we’ll open your file and carry out any early-stage checks or assessments. If you’re buying at auction, seeking equity release, or dealing with leasehold restrictions, we’ll help you identify potential risks before they become problems. This is also the point where we collect your ID and verify your source of funds in line with our compliance duties.

2. Legal checks and document review

We gather or review all legal documentation related to the property. This includes reviewing the title register, examining the contract pack, ordering searches (for buyers), and checking planning permissions, boundary issues, or restrictions. If you’re remortgaging or transferring equity, we’ll review your existing title and lender documents to ensure everything aligns.

3. Raising or responding to enquiries

If you are buying, we will raise specific enquiries with the seller’s solicitor to clarify legal issues such as access rights, service charges or any discrepancies in the documents. If you’re selling, we’ll prepare responses and liaise with you to provide supporting documents. This step is crucial to uncovering and resolving potential obstacles before completion.

4. Mortgage and finance preparation

Where a mortgage is involved, we’ll check the mortgage offer and advise you on the lender’s conditions. We’ll liaise with your bank or broker and ensure all funding arrangements are in place. If you’re remortgaging, we also handle the discharge of your existing mortgage and registration of the new lender’s interest with HM Land Registry.

5. Pre-completion checks

As completion approaches, we carry out final checks on the contract and financial statements. We confirm with all parties that funds, documents and timelines are aligned, and we prepare the file for completion. For leasehold or shared ownership properties, this also includes compliance with any management company requirements.

6. Completion

On the agreed date, we arrange the transfer of funds, confirm completion with all parties, and authorise the release of keys. For sellers, this also includes redeeming any mortgages and closing the legal file. Completion is the point at which ownership formally passes, and it’s our role to make sure everything is legally watertight.

7. Post-completion formalities

After completion, we deal with the final legal work, including submitting any Stamp Duty Land Tax return to HMRC, registering your new ownership or mortgage with HM Land Registry, and sending you confirmation once registration is complete. We also provide you with copies of your completed documents for your records.

8. Ongoing support

We’re here for you even after your transaction has completed. Clients often return to us for related matters such as further purchases, sales, remortgages, landlord advice or changes to ownership. Our Residential Property Solicitors are available to answer follow-up questions and provide ongoing legal support where needed.

Contact our Residential Property Solicitors

If you need help with a Residential Property Matter, our experienced team is here to provide clear legal advice and practical support. From property sales and purchases to remortgages, equity release and transfers of ownership, we offer tailored solutions backed by professional care.

As trusted Solicitors in Stockport, we have been advising clients across the region since 2005. Our clients rely on us for our attention to detail, transparent pricing and commitment to getting things done properly.

We have offices in Bramhall, Cheadle, Hazel Grove and Heald Green, and regularly act for clients across Stockport, South Manchester and Cheshire, including Altrincham, Marple, Poynton, Wilmslow and Sale. We also offer remote services to clients throughout England and Wales.

Contact us today to speak with one of our Residential Property Solicitors and get your transaction moving with the right legal support.