Residential Property Services

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.

Property advice tailored to you

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.

Residential Property Services

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.

Why choose Heppenstalls for your property matters

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.

Auction Sale and Purchase

Auction sales move fast—so getting the legal details right is key. We’ll review everything, explain the risks, and guide you through the process with confidence.

Buy to Let

Whether it’s your first rental or part of a growing portfolio, we offer clear, practical legal advice to support your property investment journey.

Buying a New Build Property

New builds have their own process and timing. We’ll guide you clearly from reservation to completion, so you’re always informed and in control.

Buying or selling a house

Buying or selling a home can feel overwhelming. At Heppenstalls, we make it simple with clear legal advice and full support from offer to completion—protecting your interests every step of the way.

Transfers of Equity and Adjusting Ownership Arrangements.

Changing property ownership can be complex. We provide expert guidance to ensure everything runs smoothly, with clear advice and minimal disruption.

Trusted experts in Residential Property

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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