Property law questions answered

For a standard residential purchase or sale, the conveyancing process usually takes between 8 to 12 weeks from the time contracts are issued. Delays can occur due to mortgage approval timelines, outstanding planning queries, or title issues that must be resolved before completion.

The primary costs include professional legal fees, stamp duty (typically 1% of the property value up to one million euros), land registry fees, and search fees. Additional costs can include surveyor fees and mortgage valuation fees. We provide a fully itemized breakdown before we begin work.

A title search is a detailed investigation of the historical records associated with a property. It ensures that the seller has the legal right to sell the property, and that there are no hidden liens, unpaid mortgages, restrictive covenants, or rights of way that could negatively impact your ownership.

Commercial leases are significantly more complex and carry fewer statutory protections for the tenant than residential agreements. They typically involve long-term commitments, detailed maintenance obligations (Full Repairing and Insuring leases), rent review clauses, and specific conditions regarding subletting.

Initially, you should review your property deeds and Land Registry maps. If the boundary remains unclear, a professional land surveyor should be engaged to map the physical boundary. Our team can then review the legal documents and help negotiate a resolution or represent your interests in court if necessary.