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A solicitor’s guide to deal-making in a competitive market
Spring has sprung – and so has demand, says Laura Conduit, offering up some top tips for staying ahead of the competition…
Laura is a specialist residential property solicitor, dealing with sale, purchase and mortgage transactions. Laura deals with all types of residential property, whether freehold or leasehold, town or country but she has a great deal of experience in the prime central London market. Laura particularly enjoys a fast paced deal and has an excellent track record for delivering quality advice and exchanging transactions under pressure.
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