Transfers of Equity - A Conveyancer’s Guide to Key Issues

Introduction

Transfers of equity are becoming increasingly common, particularly where unmarried couples separate and one party remains in the property.

What many clients expect to be a straightforward administrative exercise can, in practice, present significant legal and practical complexity. This webinar will explore the key issues that conveyancers need to navigate, highlighting common pitfalls and practical solutions to make transfers of equity smoother and more compliant.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• Explain the legal process involved in transfers of equity including key steps and documentation requirements
• Identify when lender consent is required
• Draft and review transfer documents accurately ensuring compliance with legal standards
• Apply stamp duty land tax
• Recognise insolvency considerations that may impact transfers of equity
• Avoid common regulatory pitfalls where conveyancers often go wrong