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“Bonita has been absolutely brilliant. She supported me navigating the online forms; nothing was ever too much trouble.”
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Real people, updates on WhatsApp
Conveyancing in Halifax
Buying a hillside terrace in Hebden Bridge, a stone semi in Brighouse or a Victorian house near Savile Park? We handle Calderdale moves online, with a named conveyancer and updates on WhatsApp.
Real people, updates on WhatsAppEverything 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.
Made in Sheffield by our own team at Koala Tech.
Don't just take our word for it.
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 Halifax?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 Halifax
Average price
£191,385
Up 4.3% in a year
£102,094 below the national average of £293,479.
- Detached £369,313
- Semi-detached £229,167
- Terraced £166,924
- Flat or maisonette £120,197
First-time buyers paid £168,749 on average.
Moving in Halifax with Koala
Nothing needs doing in person. ID checks, forms and signatures are all online, and you'll always know who your conveyancer is. They'll message you on WhatsApp as each stage is done, so you're not left chasing.
Searches in Halifax
The local authority search goes to Calderdale Council, which covers Halifax, Brighouse, Elland, Sowerby Bridge, Hebden Bridge and Todmorden. Yorkshire Water handles the water and drainage search.
The Calder valley flooded badly on Boxing Day 2015 and again in 2020, from Todmorden and Hebden Bridge down through Mytholmroyd and Sowerby Bridge, so we read the flood search very closely. Parts of Calderdale also have old shallow coal workings, so a coal mining search can apply. Our guide to conveyancing searches explains what each one checks.
Things we look out for in Halifax
- Over-and-under houses. On Hebden Bridge's steep slopes, some terraces are two homes stacked on top of each other, one reached from the street below and one from the street above. We check the title for shared structure, access and repairs, and that your lender is happy.
- Flood risk and insurance. If a home has flooded before or sits in a higher-risk zone, it can affect your insurance and your mortgage. We raise it early so it isn't a surprise near exchange.
- Hillside terraces. Houses across Calderdale are built into the slope, with cellars, retaining walls and steps shared with neighbours. We check who looks after what.
- Mill conversions. Old mills in Halifax, Sowerby Bridge and Hebden Bridge are now leasehold flats. We read the lease and the service charge, and our leasehold vs freehold guide explains what to look for.
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.
Halifax conveyancing questions
The local authority search goes to Calderdale Council, which covers Halifax, Brighouse, Elland, Sowerby Bridge, Hebden Bridge and Todmorden, and Yorkshire Water handles water and drainage. The Calder valley flooded badly on Boxing Day 2015 and again in 2020, so we read the flood search very closely. Parts of Calderdale also have old shallow coal workings, so a coal mining search can apply.
On Hebden Bridge's steep hillsides, some terraces were built as two homes stacked on top of each other, one entered from the street below and the other from the street above. Part of one home can sit over or under the other, so we check the title carefully for shared walls, access and who repairs the roof and foundations, and make sure your lender is happy.
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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