Moving advice
How Long Does It Take to Buy a House?
From accepted offer to keys usually takes twelve to sixteen weeks. Cash purchases with no chain can complete in six.
Offer to mortgage approval
Two to six weeks. A decision in principle before you offer removes most of the delay at this stage.
Searches and enquiries
Four to eight weeks and the most variable part of the process. Local authority search times differ enormously between councils.
Exchange to completion
Usually one to two weeks by agreement. Same day exchange and completion is possible but leaves no room to book removals.
When to book your move
Provisionally book removals when searches come back and confirm the date at exchange. Good crews are committed three to four weeks ahead.
Planning a move?
BlueSky Removals gives fixed written prices after a free video or home survey. Call 0800 090 3125 or request a quote online.