Move iQ Podcast

Exchange to Completion- The Final Stages of a Property Sale

Move iQ Podcast

Show Notes

The final stages of buying a home can feel like the most exciting (and sometimes the most nerve-wracking!) part of the entire process. But what actually happens between exchange of contracts and completion day?

In this episode of our conveyancing series with Napthens Solicitors, Phil and Sarah walk through the final steps that take you from legally committing to the purchase all the way to picking up the keys to your new home.

Whether you're buying your first home or your next one, understanding these final stages can help make the last step of your property journey far less stressful. And if you want to find out more about the whole legal process of a property sale, check out our other episodes out now!

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00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:28 The exchange of contracts and how it works 00:02:20 When to transfer your deposit 00:04:04 What happens between exchange and completion 00:05:18 Insurance responsibilities for buyers 00:05:43 Common completion day hiccups 00:06:58 Managing delays in property chains 00:07:59 Practical tips for a smooth completion day

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