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4 min readCommon Delays When Selling Your Home and How to Avoid Them
Selling your home is exciting, but it can also be stressful, especially when unexpected delays hold things up. While the average property transaction takes 8–12 weeks, even small issues can quickly turn that into months of waiting. At PLS, we help sellers get legally sale-ready from day one, so you can move faster and avoid...
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2 min read5-Star Friday: “Smooth, Efficient, and Stress-Free”
A Smooth Sale Thanks to PLS Solicitors and Exceptional Service At PLS Solicitors, client satisfaction is at the heart of everything we do, and this week’s Five Star Friday review is a perfect example of how our dedicated team delivers a truly seamless experience. One happy client recently shared their experience after selling their flat...
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3 min readWhat Documents Do You Need to Sell Your Home?
Selling your home is a big step. You might be thinking about valuations, viewings and estate agents. But one thing many people forget is paperwork. Missing or incomplete documents can delay your sale, reduce buyer confidence, or even cause a sale to fall through. This guide will walk you through every document you need to...
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2 min readFive Star Friday: “They achieved a miracle, completing everything within just 1 month.”
A Miracle Completion in Just One Month Thanks to PLS Solicitors At PLS Solicitors, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, swift completions, and unwavering dedication to our clients. This week’s Five Star Friday review is a testament to the passion and commitment of our team, particularly Hailey, Kiran and Kalia, who went above and...
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3 min readGetting on the Property Ladder: How a First-Time Buyer Bought a 25% Share
Buying your first home is one of life’s biggest milestones, but for many, saving for a full deposit can feel impossible. That’s where shared ownership steps in. Shared ownership allows you to buy a share of a home (as little as 25%) and pay rent on the rest. It’s designed to make homeownership more affordable,...
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2 min read5-Star Friday: “Clear, Professional and Stress-Free”
A Seamless Home Purchase with PLS Solicitors Celebrating Exceptional Service for Homebuyers Every Friday, we take a moment to celebrate our clients’ success stories and shine a light on the dedicated teams that make them possible. This week’s 5-Star Friday review comes from a delighted client who worked with William Kerrs-Farmer’s team to purchase their...
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3 min readStaircasing in Shared Ownership: A Complete Guide
What is Staircasing in Shared Ownership? Staircasing is the process of buying additional shares in your Shared Ownership property. If you first purchased a 25% share of your home, you might later choose to buy another 25%, taking your ownership up to 50%. Over time, many shared owners can continue staircasing all the way up...
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2 min readFive Star Friday: “Colleagues always kept us up to date throughout the whole process”
Exceptional Communication and Support from the PLS Team At PLS, we’re passionate about delivering outstanding service to every client, and nothing makes us happier than hearing how our team’s dedication makes a real difference. This week’s Five-Star Friday shines a spotlight on an incredible review from one of our first-time buyer clients who experienced the...
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2 min readShared Ownership Re-Sales: A Manager’s Guide to Buying and Selling
Written by Affordable Housing Team Manager, Matthew Walsh As a manager here at PLS, I often speak to clients who are unsure about what a Shared Ownership re-sale is and how it works. Buying or selling a Shared Ownership property can feel daunting, but with the right guidance, it doesn’t need to be complicated. In...
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2 min readFive Star Friday: “The process has been quick, thorough, and well-communicated”
Going Beyond Conveyancing to Support Our Clients Buying a home is one of the most exciting milestones in life, but it can also be one of the most stressful. For many people, the conveyancing process feels unfamiliar, overwhelming, and filled with uncertainty. That’s why at PLS Solicitors, we believe our role is more than just...
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1 min readStress Free House Move with PLS Moving house can be stressful, but at PLS we make it our mission to ensure every client’s journey is as smooth and simple as possible. Our supportive team is always on hand to answer questions, offer guidance, and provide reassurance at every stage of the process. “Mike & Sue’s...
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3 min readProperty Searches Explained for First-Time Buyers
Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. One part of the conveyancing process that often confuses first-time buyers is property searches. At PLS Solicitors, we believe in making the process simple and transparent. This guide explains what searches are, why they matter, and how we support you through them. What...
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