Is MJV Law regulated?

Yes, MJV Law is a trading name of MJV Solicitors, which is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) under SRA number 628426.

Do you provide conveyancing services in Blackpool and the Fylde Coast?

Yes, MJV Solicitors specialises in property law and conveyancing for clients across Blackpool, Thornton-Cleveleys, and the wider Fylde Coast region.

What property law services does MJV Solicitors offer?

We provide comprehensive legal support for buying and selling property, leasehold matters, property searches, and contract exchanges.

Does MJV Solicitors offer fixed-fee conveyancing quotes?

We believe in complete transparency. MJV Solicitors provides clear, fixed-fee conveyancing quotes with no hidden "legal extras." Our quotes include a full breakdown of professional fees and expected disbursements, such as Stamp Duty (SDLT) and Land Registry fees.

Does MJV Solicitors have specific expertise in Fylde Coast property searches?

Absolutely. We have extensive experience working with Blackpool Council, Wyre Council, and Fylde Borough Council . Our local knowledge ensures that property searches, planning history, and regional land issues (like Lancashire-specific mining or chancel repair liabilities) are handled with expert precision.

How Long Does Conveyancing Take? Timelines & Delays

We handle residential conveyancing transactions on a daily basis, including freehold, leasehold and new build properties across the Fylde Coast.

One of the most common questions asked by buyers and sellers is how long conveyancing takes. There is no fixed timescale. Straightforward transactions can sometimes complete within a few months, while transactions involving a chain, leasehold property, mortgage delays or complex legal issues can take considerably longer.

The property chain is one of the biggest causes of delay. If one buyer or seller in the chain is waiting for a mortgage offer, property searches or replies to enquiries, this can affect every linked transaction.

Leasehold properties and new build purchases can also involve additional legal work. If you are buying a flat or another leasehold property, you can read more about leasehold conveyancing and the additional checks involved.

A proactive conveyancer plays an important role in keeping matters moving. This includes raising enquiries promptly, chasing outstanding documents and addressing issues as soon as they arise rather than allowing files to sit unanswered.

While no solicitor can guarantee a completion date at the outset, early instruction, clear communication and prompt responses from everyone involved can help reduce avoidable delays. The transaction only becomes legally binding when contracts are exchanged, at which point the completion date will normally be agreed.

At MJV Solicitors, the focus is on starting files quickly, maintaining momentum and keeping clients informed throughout the process so there are no unnecessary surprises.

For more information about the conveyancing process and how MJV Solicitors can help, read our complete guide to Residential Conveyancing.

Timelines & Delays FAQ

What is the average conveyancing timescale?

There is no fixed timescale. As at October 2026, the Government says it takes around 120 days on average from an offer being accepted to completion, although straightforward transactions can be quicker and more complex transactions can take longer.

Can conveyancing be rushed?

Some stages can be progressed more quickly, but important legal checks should not be skipped. Early instruction, prompt replies, searches and proactive communication can all help reduce avoidable delay.

What causes the biggest delays?

Common causes include property chains, mortgage delays, searches, outstanding enquiries, complex title issues and leasehold matters. A delay elsewhere in the chain can affect every linked transaction.

MJV Solicitors video explaining exchange of contracts in conveyancing

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Purchase price	Our fee	VAT	Total
£0-£100,000	£600	£120	£720
£100,001 - £150,000	£650	£130	£780
£150,001 - £200,000	£700	£140	£840
£200,001 - £250,000	£750	£150	£900
£250,001 - £300,000	£800	£160	£960
£300,001 - £400,000	£850	£170	£1020
£400,001 - £500,000	£900	£180	£1080
£500,001 - £750,000	£1000	£200	£1200

Additional charge and explanation	Our fee	VAT	Total
Bank transfer fee	£30.00	£6.00	£36.00
Independent ID verification (per person)	£5.00	£1.00	£6.00

Charge	Our fee	VAT	Total
Purchase of a leasehold house	£100.00	£20.00	£120.00
Purchase of any other leasehold property	£150.00	£30.00	£180.00
Purchase of a shared ownership property	£250.00	£50.00	£300.00
Gifted deposit	£50.00	£10.00	£60.00
New build property	£250.00	£50.00	£300.00

Local Authority’s current search fee (if Blackpool, Wyre or Fylde)	£122.70 inc VAT
Drainage and Water search fee	£79.50 inc VAT
Environmental search	£71.40 inc VAT
Land Registry priority title search	£3.00 no VAT
Bankruptcy search - £2 per seller named on the Register of Title	£2.00 no VAT
Land charges search - £2 per seller named on the Register of Title	£2.00 no VAT

Purchase price	Land Registry registration fee (no VAT)
£0 - £80,000	£20.00 no VAT
£80,001 - £100,000	£40.00 no VAT
£100,001 - £200,000	£100.00 no VAT
£200,001 - £500,000	£150.00 no VAT
£500,001 - £1,000,000	£295.00 no VAT
£1,000,000 and above	£500.00 no VAT

How Long Does Conveyancing Take? Timelines & Delays

Timelines & Delays FAQ

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Conveyancing price guide

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Purchasing

Selling

Purchase price	Our fee	VAT	Total
£0-£100,000	£600.00	£120.00	£720.00
£100,001 - £150,000	£650.00	£130.00	£780.00
£150,001 - £200,000	£700.00	£140.00	£840.00
£200,001 - £250,000	£750.00	£150.00	£900.00
£250,001 - £300,000	£800.00	£160.00	£960.00
£300,001 - £400,000	£850.00	£170.00	£1020.00
£400,001 - £500,000	£900.00	£180.00	£1080.00
£500,001 - £750,000	£1000.00	£200.00	£1200.00
Over £750,000	To be negotiated	To be applied	To be agreed