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At SAM Conveyancing we have put all of our years of experience and conveyancing know-how into free, easy-to-read articles to help home buyers or home owners. We explain conveyancing jargon in a way that makes sense, so you know what to do. If you have a question that relates to property, we will have written about it: lease extensions, collective enfranchisement, buying or selling a property, home buyer surveys, property valuations, and even negotiating a property purchase price.

We are a one-stop shop for conveyancing, mortgages, and surveys all under one roof. Alongside our free online articles and downloads, we also have a panel of conveyancing solicitors, RICS Building Surveyors, structural engineers, mortgage brokers and tax accountants.

Please click, read and enjoy. If you get stuck or need any help, then call us and speak to a friendly member of the SAM Conveyancing team - 0333 344 3234 (local call charges).

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Two chess knights and a leaseholder and freeholder during lease extension negotiations

Negotiating a Lease Extension Premium

13/10/2026
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Leaseholder and Freeholder high fiving the terms of the lease extension. SAM Conveyancing's guide to an informal lease extension process

The Informal (Non-Statutory) Lease Extension Process

13/10/2026
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An illustration of a leaseholder and a freeholder shaking hands as part of the leasehold extension process

The Statutory Leasehold Extension Process & Costs

13/10/2026
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A man thinking what is a fair and reasonable cost to pay their freeholder for their professional fees

What are the Freeholder's Reasonable Costs? (Section 60)

13/10/2026
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Couple going through a property dispute | SAM Conveyancing's guide to solving ownership disputes without court.

How to Solve Joint Property Ownership Disputes Without Court

12/10/2026
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A cartoon of two hands pulling apart a house. Do I have to share my inheritance with my spouse UK, question answered by SAM Conveyancing

What Happens to My Inherited House in a Divorce?

09/10/2026
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Couple arguing and splitting house. Instruct SAM Conveyancing to force a sale before your divorce

Force a House Sale in a Divorce

09/10/2026
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Illustration of a woman and a man pulling a green house shape apart | Sam Conveyancing's guide to property transactions after divorce

Selling or Transferring Property After a Divorce: A Conveyancing Guide

09/10/2026
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A woman giving keys back to her partner whilst leaving their property | SAM Conveyancing answers 'Can a Jointly Owned Property Be Sold by One Owner?'

Force a House Sale When Unmarried

09/10/2026
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Woman in yellow top checking her tablet for documents she needs to provide her solicitor | SAM Conveyancing's guide to documents you need when selling a house

What Documents Do I Need to Sell My Home?

09/10/2026
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A client of a conveyancing solicitor verifying their ID online using their mobile phone

What ID Does Your Conveyancing Solicitor Need?

09/10/2026
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A separated couple sat opposite a solicitor handling their transfer of equity. SAM Conveyancing answers 'do i have to pay half the mortgage if i move out?'

Do I have to pay half the mortgage if I move out?

08/10/2026
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