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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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Conveyancing in Salford
Buying a flat at Salford Quays, a terrace in Eccles or a cottage in Worsley? We handle Salford moves online, with a named conveyancer and updates on WhatsApp at every step.
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.
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 Salford?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 Salford
Average price
£229,462
Up 0.3% in a year
£64,017 below the national average of £293,479.
- Detached £447,335
- Semi-detached £287,809
- Terraced £225,610
- Flat or maisonette £157,361
First-time buyers paid £210,955 on average.
Moving in Salford with Koala
You won't need to take time off to visit anyone. ID checks, questions and signatures all happen online, and My Koala shows you exactly where your purchase is up to.
Searches in Salford
The local authority search goes to Salford City Council, which covers Eccles, Swinton, Worsley, Walkden and Irlam as well as the city itself. United Utilities handles the water and drainage search.
Worsley, Walkden and Swinton grew up on coal, and the Bridgewater Canal was first dug to carry it out of the Worsley mines, so a coal mining search often applies there. The Irwell flooded parts of Salford on Boxing Day 2015, so we look closely at the flood search for homes near the river. Our guide to conveyancing searches explains each one.
Things we look out for in Salford
- Salford Quays and MediaCityUK flats. Apartments here are leasehold. We go through the lease, the service charge budget and the management pack, and for taller blocks we check the fire safety and cladding paperwork, including whether your lender wants an EWS1 form.
- Chapel Street and city-edge blocks. Flats close to Manchester city centre come with service charges, and older leases often have a ground rent that goes up over time. We explain exactly what you'd be paying. Our leasehold vs freehold guide covers the basics.
- Chief rents. Some older freehold terraces and semis still carry a chief rent, a small yearly charge owed to whoever holds the rentcharge. We check for one on every Salford freehold.
- Worsley. The old village around the canal is a conservation area with listed buildings, so changes can need extra consent.
Buying a flat?
Leasehold purchases need paperwork from the managing agent, and that's often where the wait is. Our guide to why conveyancing takes so long explains what can hold things up, and how we keep them moving.
Salford conveyancing questions
The local authority search goes to Salford City Council, which covers Eccles, Swinton, Worsley, Walkden and Irlam as well as the city itself, and United Utilities handles water and drainage. Worsley, Walkden and Swinton grew up on coal, so a coal mining search often applies there. Near the Irwell we look closely at the flood search, because it flooded parts of Salford on Boxing Day 2015.
Flats there are leasehold, so we read the lease, the service charge budget and the management pack. For taller blocks lenders also look at fire safety and cladding, and may ask for an EWS1 form, so we check the building's paperwork early.
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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