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“Bonita has been absolutely brilliant. She supported me navigating the online forms; nothing was ever too much trouble.”
Areas we cover
Real people, updates on WhatsApp
Conveyancing in Manchester
From an Ancoats mill flat to a terrace in Levenshulme or a semi in Stockport, we handle Greater Manchester moves online, with a named conveyancer, updates on WhatsApp and no need to visit an office.
Real people, updates on WhatsApp
Everything about your move, in your pocket.
My Koala shows where things stand, what's next and what we need from you. We built it ourselves, so it updates the moment anything happens, and it keeps getting better.
Live milestones
Every stage of your move, with real dates. Check in whenever you like, even at 2am.
A real person, one tap away
Your conveyancer's name and face, not a case number. Usually replies within 2 hours.
Updates on WhatsApp
No logging in to find out what's happening. We tell you, as it happens.
ID checks in minutes
Scan your passport and take a quick selfie in the Thirdfort app. Forms are signed online, so there's no printing and no post.
No surprises on fees
A small payment to start, the rest on completion. Every penny itemised.
Covered if it falls through
Sale fallen through, and not your fault? You get a second go, even on a different property.
Made in Sheffield by our own team at Koala Tech.
Don't just take our word for it.
Rated 5 out of 5
“We have completed on a sale this week that took 48 days from the day of accepting the offer.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“The whole process couldn't have been made easier and I've been kept updated every step of the way.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“My lawyer, Bonita, kept me updated and I sold my house in record time. The pricing structure is also fair and clear.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“Bonita and her team were consistently reassuring and made everything feel as straightforward and stress-free as it possibly could be.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“The communication was 1st class, onboarding simple and funds were paid within hours of completion.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“Buying a home can be daunting for first time buyers, but this was made less so because of the excellent customer service and care.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“We needed to move quick and they pulled out all the stops, making sure every aspect was covered.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“Charlotte has been incredible, so consistently helpful and efficient throughout.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“They were proactive with a challenging chain, communication was spot on and they really helped push us to completion.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“Their team was incredibly responsive throughout the entire process, always keeping me updated and answering any questions promptly.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“These aren't your typical conveyancers; they wowed me right from the off with their professionalism, friendliness, and just how incredibly “on it” they are.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“We used Koala to sell our home. The process was simple and we received regular updates.”
Buying or selling in Manchester?From offer to keys
Most moves take 8 to 12 weeks. Here is what happens, in order.
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Get your quote
About a minute online, with every fee itemised before you commit to anything.
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Instruct us
Accept online, scan your passport in the Thirdfort app and sign your forms on screen.
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Searches and enquiries
We order your searches straight away and raise enquiries with the seller's conveyancer.
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Contract and mortgage
We check the contract and title, report back to you in plain English and work with your lender.
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Exchange
Contracts are exchanged and your completion date is fixed. From here the move is legally binding.
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Completion
The money moves, the keys are released and we register the change with HM Land Registry.
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Get your quote
About a minute online, with every fee itemised before you commit to anything.
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Instruct us
Accept online, scan your passport in the Thirdfort app and sign your forms on screen.
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Contract pack
We gather your title and property forms and send the draft contract to the buyer's conveyancer.
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Buyer's enquiries
We answer the buyer's conveyancer's questions with you, so nothing sits waiting.
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Exchange
Contracts are exchanged and your completion date is fixed. From here the move is legally binding.
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Completion
The buyer's money arrives, we pay off your mortgage, send you the rest and the keys are released.
House prices in Manchester
Average price
£252,309
Up 1.2% in a year
£41,170 below the national average of £293,479.
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Detached £479,953
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Semi-detached £329,518
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Terraced £254,936
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Flat or maisonette £195,305
First-time buyers paid £237,094 on average.
Moving in Manchester with Koala
You'll never need to visit an office. ID checks, forms and signatures all happen online, and your conveyancer tells you on WhatsApp the moment anything moves.
Searches in Greater Manchester
Greater Manchester is ten boroughs, and each has its own council. A city address goes to Manchester City Council, while a home in Salford, Trafford, Stockport, Bolton or Wigan goes to that borough instead. United Utilities handles the water and drainage search right across the area.
The north and west of the county, around Wigan, Bolton and Oldham, sit on the old Lancashire coalfield, so a coal mining search is often needed there. Near the Irwell and the Mersey, the flood search matters: the Irwell flooded parts of Salford on Boxing Day 2015. Our guide to conveyancing searches explains each one.
Things we look out for in Manchester
- City centre apartments. Flats in the city centre, Salford Quays and Castlefield are leasehold. We go through the lease, the service charge budget and the fire safety paperwork for the building, which lenders look at closely for taller blocks.
- Mill and warehouse conversions. Many of the converted mills in Ancoats and around the canals are listed buildings, so any changes inside or out can need listed building consent as well as the freeholder's say-so.
- Leasehold houses. Greater Manchester has an unusually high number of houses sold on very long leases, often 999 years. They usually work much like freeholds, but we still check the ground rent and any covenants. Our leasehold vs freehold guide explains the difference.
- Chief rents. Some freehold houses here still carry a chief rent, a small yearly charge owed to whoever holds the rentcharge. It sounds old-fashioned, but missed payments can cause problems, so we check for one on every Manchester freehold.
Part of a long chain?
Busy markets mean long chains, and long chains mean more chances for something to slip. Our guide to what happens when a chain breaks explains your options if it does.
Manchester conveyancing questions
Each of the ten boroughs has its own council, so the local authority search goes to Manchester City Council for a city address, or to Salford, Trafford, Stockport, Bolton, Wigan or whichever borough the home is in. United Utilities handles water and drainage. Around Wigan, Bolton and Oldham a coal mining search is often needed, and near the Irwell and the Mersey the flood search matters.
Some freehold houses in Greater Manchester still carry a chief rent, a small yearly charge owed to whoever holds the rentcharge. Missed payments can cause problems, so we check for one on every Manchester freehold. Many houses here are also sold on very long leases, often 999 years, and we explain what that means too.
Your quote shows the full price up front, with no hidden fees, and takes about a minute to get.
Most moves take 8 to 12 weeks from offer to completion. Searches, mortgage offers and the rest of the chain set the pace, so we order your searches as soon as you instruct us, chase every day and send you updates on WhatsApp as each step moves.
Guides for your move
Moving near Manchester?
Wherever you're moving, we can help. These are the places next door.
Ready to get moving?
We'll get you from offer to keys without the hullabaloo. Pick what you're doing for your no-obligation quote.