Whether you’re buying your first home, investing in property, or managing a family
estate, our residential property team is here to guide you every step of the way.
From buying and selling to gifting and remortgaging, property decisions can often be among the most significant you’ll make. At Heppenstalls, we combine our deep understanding of the local market with practical legal advice to make your journey smooth and straightforward.
We’ve helped generations of clients across the New Forest and beyond. Our friendly, experienced team takes the time to understand your needs, answer your questions, and provide clear guidance – no jargon, no stress.
We offer a full range of services to make buying, selling, or managing your property as straightforward as possible. Whether you’re moving house, remortgaging, or arranging ownership, we provide tailored, practical legal advice to guide you through the process.
For over 130 years, Heppenstalls has been the trusted name in residential property law. Our expert team brings local knowledge, personalised service, and a commitment to ensuring every detail is handled with care.
Timeframes depend on the type of transaction. Simple sales or purchases with no chain typically take 6-12 weeks. Complicated matters or those part of a lengthy chain typically take 8-24 weeks.
Yes – legal advice is vital before bidding. We can review the auction pack and guide you through the process.
Absolutely. We regularly assist clients with gifts of property, post-death transfers, and equity changes.
Disbursements are costs paid to third parties, such as Land Registry fees and searches. We’ll provide a full breakdown upfront.
Yes – we offer competitive fixed fees with no hidden extras. You’ll know exactly what to expect from day one.