Compare conveyancing solicitors in Birmingham on experience, overall fees, communication and whether they are on your mortgage lender’s panel. Ask for a written quote that explains legal fees, VAT, searches, Land Registry charges and any likely additional costs. Check that the firm or solicitor is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), and ask how local issues such as searches and leasehold matters will be handled. You can compare several firms before instructing one, and should seek independent advice if your transaction is complex.