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Conveyancing in Bolton
Buying a terrace in Astley Bridge, a villa off Chorley New Road or a new home in Horwich? We handle Bolton moves online, with a named conveyancer and updates on WhatsApp all the way through.
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.”
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“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 Bolton?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 Bolton
Average price
£204,379
Up 5.9% in a year
£89,100 below the national average of £293,479.
- Detached £379,292
- Semi-detached £224,117
- Terraced £168,024
- Flat or maisonette £117,335
First-time buyers paid £180,086 on average.
Moving in Bolton with Koala
There's no office to get to. You prove your ID on your phone, sign everything online and can check where your move stands in My Koala whenever it suits you. If you have a question, your conveyancer is a WhatsApp message away.
Searches in Bolton
The local authority search goes to Bolton Council, which covers the whole borough, from Horwich and Blackrod in the west to Farnworth, Kearsley and Little Lever in the south and east. United Utilities handles the water and drainage search.
Bolton sits on the old Lancashire coalfield, with pits once working from Westhoughton to Little Lever, so a coal mining search is part of most purchases here. Close to the Croal, the Tonge and the Irwell, we look carefully at the flood search too. Our guide to conveyancing searches explains what each one checks.
Things we look out for in Bolton
- Chief rents. Many Bolton freeholds still carry a chief rent, a small yearly payment to whoever holds the rentcharge. We check for one on every freehold and make sure nothing is owed when you buy.
- Leasehold houses. Some older houses here are sold on very long leases, often 999 years, with a small ground rent. They usually work much like a freehold, but we read the lease so there are no surprises. Our leasehold vs freehold guide explains the difference.
- Mill-town terraces. Rows built for mill and pit workers often share back alleys, yards and drains. We check the title for rights of way and who maintains what.
- Homes near the moors. Out towards Egerton, Belmont and Rivington, some homes have private drainage or are reached by shared tracks, and planning on the edge of the West Pennine Moors can be stricter. We check each of these before you commit.
How long will it take?
Our moves typically exchange 12 weeks after you instruct us and complete 3 days later. Every move is different, and our guide to how long conveyancing takes breaks down each stage.
Bolton conveyancing questions
The local authority search goes to Bolton Council, which covers the whole borough, including Horwich, Westhoughton, Farnworth and Little Lever. United Utilities handles water and drainage. Bolton sits on the old Lancashire coalfield, so a coal mining search is part of most purchases, and near the Croal, the Tonge and the Irwell we look closely at the flood search.
Plenty do. A chief rent is a small yearly charge on a freehold house, owed to whoever holds the rentcharge, and they are common across Bolton. Most are only a few pounds a year, but arrears can cause problems, so we check for one on every Bolton freehold and tell you exactly what's owed.
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.
Guides for your move
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