Selling a house in Scotland
Pomphreys Solicitors supports homeowners across Scotland with clear, reliable legal services when selling their property. We manage the contract (missives), ensure legal compliance, and help you complete your sale smoothly.
Selling a house in Scotland can feel like a big undertaking, but with the right legal support, it doesn’t have to be stressful. At Pomphreys, Solicitors, we help sellers across Scotland complete their property sales smoothly, efficiently, and confidently.
Whether you’re planning your next move, downsizing or selling an inherited property, our experienced conveyancing solicitors will manage the legal process and keep everything moving on time. Based in Wishaw, we serve clients across Lanarkshire, Glasgow and beyond.
How to Sell Your House in Scotland
The Scottish conveyancing process for sellers involves several key legal steps. Once you’ve agreed a deal with your buyer, you need a solicitor to carry out the legal work to complete the sale.
At Pomphreys, we’ll guide you from start to finish, handling:
- Reviewing the Home Report and helping you comply with disclosure obligations;
- Issuing and negotiating the missives (the contract of sale);
- Ordering title deeds and checking boundaries or burdens;
- Responding to buyer enquiries;
- Liaising with your estate agent in Scotland and your buyer’s solicitor;
- Handling settlement and repaying your mortgage;
- Transferring ownership at the Registers of Scotland
We’ll also keep you updated throughout. No jargon, no surprises.
Local Expertise That Works for You
We know the property market in Scotland and understand the pressures of selling. Whether your property is listed at a fixed price or offers over, we’ll help you know what to expect at each stage and keep your sale on track.
Our team regularly supports clients with:
- Private residential sales
- Sales following separation or divorce
- Property sales as part of an estate administration
- Joint sales or transfers of title
- Sales involving outstanding title issues or boundary concerns
Why You Need a Solicitor to Sell Your Home
Once you accept an offer, your solicitor needs to act quickly. The deal becomes legally binding in Scotland after the missives are concluded, so you need a trusted team behind you to avoid delays or risks.
Our property solicitors in Wishaw will:
- ✔ Ensure all documents are accurate and complete
- ✔ Resolve legal issues that might hold up your sale
- ✔ Coordinate with all parties to meet your preferred date
- ✔ Provide expert advice on your rights and responsibilities as a seller
- ✔ Finalise everything with the Registers of Scotland
Why Choose Pomphreys?
- ✅Clear Advice: We explain every step in plain English. No jargon, no confusion.
- ✅Experienced Team: Our conveyancing solicitors bring decades of experience in the Scottish property market.
- ✅Transparent Fees: Fixed-fee options. We always make our costs clear upfront.
- ✅Local and Trusted: Well-established firm based in Wishaw and trusted by clients across Scotland.
- ✅Responsive Service: We work to your timescales and keep you updated throughout the process.
We understand how important it is to complete your sale without unnecessary hassle. That’s why we work proactively to make things run smoothly, so you can focus on your next move.
Start Your House Sale with Confidence
If you’re considering selling your house in Scotland, speak to Pomphreys today. We’ll explain what’s involved, provide a clear quote and handle everything from the Home Report to the final registration.
Contact our conveyancing team now and take the first step towards a successful house sale.
❓ Common Questions About Selling a House in Scotland
What is involved in selling a house in Scotland?
Your solicitor negotiates missives on your behalf, provides your title to the buyer’s solicitor , responds to the buyer’s questions and manages the settlement and handover of keys.
What is a Home Report and do I need one?
Yes. A Home Report is required before you list a property for sale in Scotland. It includes a survey, energy report, and property questionnaire.
When should I contact a solicitor if I want to sell?
Ideally, as soon as you’re ready to sell. We can assist with estate agency selection and marketing, pre-sale administration, such as obtaining your titles, and preparing early to avoid delays.
Do Pomphreys offer estate agency services too?
Yes, through Pomphreys Properties. We combine legal and estate agency services to streamline your house sale and keep everything under one roof.
How long does it take to sell a property in Scotland?
It varies. The aim is to conclude missives and then settlement can take place reasonably quickly. However, much will be determined by the buyer’s position, whether they are obtaining a mortgage, have a house to sell or are a cash buyer.
