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Transfer your home to someone else

A transfer of ownership moves a whole property from one person to another without a sale — most often a gift between family members, or a change of the names on the title.

We check every application before it’s submitted, so it isn’t rejected.

Who is this for?

  • Parents gifting a property to children
  • Transferring a property between family members
  • Moving a property into or out of joint names
  • Updating the registered owners after a private agreement

What’s included

01Title review and identification of any restrictions or charges
02Preparation of the transfer deed (TR1)
03Land Registry application (AP1) and submission
04Identity verification guidance for all parties
05Responding to any Land Registry queries
06Confirmation once ownership has been registered

How it works

  1. 1
    Share your plans

    Tell us who owns the property, who it is going to and whether it is a gift or for value.

  2. 2
    Title check and quote

    We check the register for anything that could affect the transfer and send our price-beat quote.

  3. 3
    Sign the transfer

    The TR1 is prepared for signature, witnessed, and identities verified.

  4. 4
    Register the new owner

    We lodge the application and let you know when the register has been updated.

Things to consider

Gifting a property can have Capital Gains Tax and Inheritance Tax implications — we recommend independent tax advice.

A property with a mortgage cannot normally be transferred without the lender’s consent.

Stamp Duty Land Tax may apply where money is paid or debt is taken on.

Restrictions on the title may need third-party consent before registration.

Common questions

Can I gift my house to my children?

Yes, the title can be transferred as a gift. There may be tax consequences now or later, so independent tax advice is strongly recommended first.

Do I need a solicitor?

Straightforward unencumbered transfers can often be handled as an administrative title change. Where there is a mortgage or complex circumstances, a solicitor may be required.

What if the property has a mortgage?

The lender must agree. Let us know about the mortgage when you enquire so we can explain the options.

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