🎙️ Episode 4: Navigating the Legal Side – Solicitors, Contracts, and Closing Your Irish Home 🍀

Buying a home in Ireland means more than just finding the right place... it means navigating the legal system confidently.

In this episode of Keys to Ireland 🔑, Katie and Mike break down the full legal journey from “Sale Agreed” to getting your keys.

They explain the role of your conveyancing solicitor, what title deeds really mean, the importance of surveys, pre-contract checks, and what can cause frustrating delays.

You’ll learn:

• What a solicitor does for buyers
• Why title checks and planning searches matter
• What happens during the Sale Agreed stage
• How stamp duty, LPT, and registration fees work
• Why the process takes 3–4 months (or more)
• Common mistakes buyers should avoid

Whether you’re a local buyer, a returning resident, or relocating from abroad, this episode gives you a legal roadmap to close the deal with confidence.

⏱️ Chapters

• 00:00 – Introduction to Buying a Home in Ireland
• 00:54 – Role of the Conveyancing Solicitor
• 03:00 – Choosing the Right Solicitor
• 05:48 – What Happens at "Sale Agreed"
• 08:31 – Title Deeds Explained
• 10:21 – Stamp Duty, LPT, and Costs
• 12:04 – Timeline and Delays
• 14:16 – Common Pitfalls and Final Advice

🔗 Resources Mentioned:

• Wise.com – Buying Property in Ireland
• Reddit – How Long It Took People to Buy a Home
• Summit Law – Key Factors When Searching for Conveyancing
• CitizensInformation.ie – Property Deeds
• Auctioneera – What Does Sale Agreed Mean?
• CitizensInformation.ie – Stamp Duty
• CitizensInformation.ie – Steps to Buying a Home
• Geaney Solicitors – Legal Process Overview
• Property Solicitors Dublin – Role of a Conveyancing Solicitor
• Michael Monahan Solicitors – Choosing a Solicitor in 2024

This is Episode 4 of Keys to Ireland 🔑, your practical guide to buying a home in Ireland from first searches to finally getting the keys.

📬 Contact us: keystoireland@gmail.com