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Conveyancing in Altrincham
Buying a villa in Bowdon, a semi in Sale or a terrace in Stretford? We handle moves across Trafford online, with a named conveyancer and updates on WhatsApp as things move.
Real people, updates on WhatsApp
Everything about your move, in your pocket.
My Koala shows where things stand, what's next and what we need from you. We built it ourselves, so it updates the moment anything happens, and it keeps getting better.
Live milestones Every stage of your move, with real dates. Check in whenever you like, even at 2am.
A real person, one tap away Your conveyancer's name and face, not a case number. Usually replies within 2 hours.
Updates on WhatsApp No logging in to find out what's happening. We tell you, as it happens.
ID checks in minutes Scan your passport and take a quick selfie in the Thirdfort app. Forms are signed online, so there's no printing and no post.
No surprises on fees A small payment to start, the rest on completion. Every penny itemised.
Covered if it falls through Sale fallen through, and not your fault? You get a second go, even on a different property.
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Rated 5 out of 5
“We have completed on a sale this week that took 48 days from the day of accepting the offer.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“The whole process couldn't have been made easier and I've been kept updated every step of the way.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“My lawyer, Bonita, kept me updated and I sold my house in record time. The pricing structure is also fair and clear.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“Bonita and her team were consistently reassuring and made everything feel as straightforward and stress-free as it possibly could be.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“The communication was 1st class, onboarding simple and funds were paid within hours of completion.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“Buying a home can be daunting for first time buyers, but this was made less so because of the excellent customer service and care.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“We needed to move quick and they pulled out all the stops, making sure every aspect was covered.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“Charlotte has been incredible, so consistently helpful and efficient throughout.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“They were proactive with a challenging chain, communication was spot on and they really helped push us to completion.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“Their team was incredibly responsive throughout the entire process, always keeping me updated and answering any questions promptly.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“These aren't your typical conveyancers; they wowed me right from the off with their professionalism, friendliness, and just how incredibly “on it” they are.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“We used Koala to sell our home. The process was simple and we received regular updates.”
Buying or selling in Altrincham?From offer to keys
Our moves typically exchange 12 weeks after you instruct us. Here is what happens, in order.
Get your quote
About a minute online, with every fee itemised before you commit to anything.
Instruct us
Accept online, scan your passport in the Thirdfort app and sign your forms on screen.
Searches and enquiries
We order your searches straight away and raise enquiries with the seller's conveyancer.
Contract and mortgage
We check the contract and title, report back to you in plain English and work with your lender.
Exchange
Contracts are exchanged and your completion date is fixed. From here the move is legally binding.
Completion
The money moves, the keys are released and we register the change with HM Land Registry.
Get your quote
About a minute online, with every fee itemised before you commit to anything.
Instruct us
Accept online, scan your passport in the Thirdfort app and sign your forms on screen.
Contract pack
We gather your title and property forms and send the draft contract to the buyer's conveyancer.
Buyer's enquiries
We answer the buyer's conveyancer's questions with you, so nothing sits waiting.
Exchange
Contracts are exchanged and your completion date is fixed. From here the move is legally binding.
Completion
The buyer's money arrives, we pay off your mortgage, send you the rest and the keys are released.
House prices in Altrincham
Average price
£400,688
Up 9.6% in a year
£107,209 above the national average of £293,479.
- Detached £807,179
- Semi-detached £453,584
- Terraced £351,164
- Flat or maisonette £219,596
First-time buyers paid £322,805 on average.
Moving in Altrincham with Koala
Everything is done online, so you can sort your ID, forms and signatures between other things. Your conveyancer is a real, named person, and you can message them on WhatsApp whenever you need an answer.
Searches in Trafford
Altrincham is in Trafford, so the local authority search goes to Trafford Council. The same council covers Sale, Hale, Timperley, Stretford and Urmston. United Utilities handles the water and drainage search.
The Mersey runs along the northern and eastern edge of the borough, past Sale, Stretford and Urmston, so homes on that side get a careful look at the flood search. Our guide to conveyancing searches explains what each one checks.
Things we look out for in Trafford
- Bowdon and Hale. Much of Bowdon and parts of Hale and Altrincham are conservation areas, and some houses are listed. Changes to windows, walls and trees can need extra consent, so we check what applies.
- Chief rents. Some older freeholds here still carry a chief rent, a small yearly charge to whoever holds the rentcharge. We check for one on every Trafford freehold and explain what to do about it.
- Long leasehold houses. Like much of Greater Manchester, Trafford has plenty of houses on very long leases, often 999 years. We check the ground rent and covenants, and our leasehold vs freehold guide explains the difference.
- Extensions and loft conversions. Bigger family homes have often been extended over the years. We check for planning permission and building regulations sign-off, so nothing comes back to bite you when you sell.
Part of a long chain?
Family homes in Trafford often sit in the middle of a chain, with buyers and sellers above and below you. Our guide to what happens when a chain breaks explains your options if one link pulls out.
Altrincham conveyancing questions
Altrincham is in Trafford, so the local authority search goes to Trafford Council, which also covers Sale, Hale, Stretford and Urmston. United Utilities handles water and drainage. Parts of Sale, Stretford and Urmston sit close to the Mersey, so we look carefully at the flood search there.
Often, but check first. Bowdon and parts of Hale and Altrincham are conservation areas, and some houses are listed, so changes to windows, walls or trees can need extra consent. We check what applies before you buy.
Your quote shows the full price up front, with no hidden fees, and takes about a minute to get.
Our moves typically exchange 12 weeks after you instruct us and complete 3 days later. Searches, mortgage offers and the rest of the chain set the pace, so we order your searches as soon as you instruct us, chase every day and send you updates on WhatsApp as each step moves.
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