Transfer of property - need a solicitor?

[ItsInTheSpoon]

As part of the financial consent order for my divorce, the property (family home), which is currently owned jointly by exh and me, is to be transferred to me solely.

Is it necessary to get this done by a solicitor or is it reasonably easy to do myself? There is no mortgage.

Would be very grateful to hear from anyone with experience, or solicitors.

Thank you in advance.

Anyone?

See a solicitor. If you ever want to sell it in the future you want it doing properly this time.

One of my clients has paid tens of thousands more than he ought to have just because he thought as you did some years ago.

BTW I generally think it’s rude of posters to bump their own threads after a short time - in your case just over an hour. No one gets paid to respond to you, and I have a rule that I generally ignore threads where the OP has done this (failed to spot this one).

@Collaborate thank you very much for your advice. Sorry to have offended you inadvertently

Would not the Land Registry require your exH to sign the transfer, if you do it yourself?

Providing he will do this, it's not that complicated, but there are fees (to the LR) and maybe even identity verification which may involve two two separate solicitors, or a personal visit/interview with LR.

LR will also send back absolutely anything you have done wrong anyway, so if you do apply you could tell them what you are trying to do and while not able to advise legally, they would probably assist with the administration.

There are explanatory videos on Youtube.

If you are nervous or worried use a solicitor as there is a modicum of comeback if they balls it up.

But expect large fees, and a lengthy timescale, and poor communication. As ever with solocitors.

Thank you - I’ve decided to go through a solicitor!

Apologies, I omitted to say that if there is a mortgage, you will NOT be able to do it yourself- this is obviously important.

The mortgage company will require the transaction to be done be a solicitor.

You have made your mind up, now, you say, so best of luck.

Many thanks!