Your First Home at Park Laurence — Let’s Make It Official

Can We Help You To Buy Your First Property?

Buying your first home at Park Laurence is one of the biggest financial steps you’ll ever take, and a genuinely exciting one. Whether you’ve just reserved a house or you’re still working through mortgage approval, our conveyancing team is here to make the legal side of things straightforward, so you can focus on choosing paint colours rather than worrying about contracts.

We regularly help people who are:

• Purchasing their first property and unsure where to start
• Buying a new-build home and want a solicitor who understands developer contracts
• Relying on the Help to Buy scheme or the First Home Scheme and need everything co-ordinated correctly
• Worried about timelines and want clear, regular updates throughout
• Living locally in Cork or relocating and looking for a firm they can actually visit

How Your Purchase Works — Step by Step

1. We receive the booking deposit confirmation from Sherry Fitzgerald Estate Agents and make contact with the developer’s solicitors to request the contracts.
2. We review the contracts, title documents, and planning permissions in full, then explain everything clearly to you before you sign anything.
3. We raise any necessary queries with the developer’s solicitors and negotiate amendments to protect your position as the buyer.
4. Once contracts are signed and your mortgage drawdown is approved, we handle all the closing steps — including Stamp Duty returns and Land Registry registration.
5. We confirm completion, ensure the title is properly registered in your name, and answer any final questions — your home is now legally yours.

Why Buyers at Park Laurence Choose Hegarty Horgan

• We are a well-established Kinsale practice, experienced in conveyancing in Kinsale since 1899 which means that we have strong local knowledge of the area, the development, and the wider Cork property market.
• Leigha Wright, our solicitor with specialist expertise in new-build properties, leads the day-to-day conduct of your file from reservation to registration.
• We provide fixed-fee pricing for standard residential conveyancing, so there are no unexpected bills as your closing date approaches.
• You will receive clear, timely updates at every stage — you will never have to chase us to find out what is happening with your matter.
• As members of the Law Society of Ireland, we are held to the highest professional and ethical standards in how we handle your transaction.
• We donate 5% of our profits to charitable causes — so instructing us means you are supporting a practice that gives back to the community.

Your First Time Property Purchase & Park Laurence Questions Answered

Q: How soon after reserving my house should I appoint a solicitor?

We recommend appointing your solicitor as soon as possible after you reserve — ideally within the first week or two. Developers often set a deadline by which contracts must be signed, so the earlier we get involved, the more time we have to review everything carefully and raise any queries on your behalf.

Q: What exactly does the solicitor do on a new-build purchase?

We examine the contracts sent by the developer’s solicitors, review the planning permission, title documents, management company documentation, and any special conditions attached to the property. We explain all of this to you clearly, negotiate any changes that are needed, and then handle all the legal formalities right through to the point where the title is registered in your name at the Land Registry.

Q: I’m using the Help to Buy scheme — does that complicate things?

Not at all — it simply adds a step. We are familiar with the Revenue Help to Buy process and will ensure that your application is co-ordinated with the mortgage drawdown and the closing date so that everything aligns correctly. We’ll guide you through what is required from your side at each stage.

Q: How long does the conveyancing process typically take for a new build?

The timeline on a new-build is largely tied to the developer’s construction schedule. Once contracts are ready and signed, the legal work can move relatively quickly — but we would always encourage you to stay in contact with your mortgage lender in parallel so that the loan approval is fresh when it’s needed. We’ll keep you updated at every stage so there are no surprises.

Q: Will I need to come into your office in person?

We’re based in Kinsale, which is convenient for many buyers in the area. You will need to meet with us in person at least once to sign the contracts, as this is a legal requirement. Beyond that, we are happy to communicate by phone, email, and video call to suit your schedule. If you need to visit us at any point, we’ll always make you welcome.

Q: What are your fees for conveyancing on a new build?

We charge a fixed professional fee for standard residential conveyancing, which we will confirm in your initial client care letter. In addition to our fee, there are outlay costs such as Land Registry fees and Stamp Duty, which are set by the State and are the same regardless of which solicitor you use. We will provide you with a clear, itemised estimate at the outset so you can plan ahead with confidence.

The Specialist Property Team Looking After You

At Hegarty Horgan Solicitors, your Park Laurence purchase will be handled by solicitors who genuinely understand new-build conveyancing. Marguerite Ryan, our Head of Conveyancing, leads the department with warmth and professionalism, ensuring that every client feels supported and well-informed throughout the process. Alongside her, Leigha Wright brings specialist expertise in new-build transactions, making her ideally placed to guide first-time buyers through the particular demands of purchasing a brand new property.

Marguerite Ryan, Partner, Solicitor & Head of Department

“Marguerite Ryan guides our conveyancing clients with clarity and calm — ensuring every first-time buyer feels confident and informed at every step.”

Marguerite’s approach:

• Takes the time to explain each stage in plain English, without unnecessary legal jargon
• Brings years of experience in residential property transactions across County Cork
• Committed to proactive communication — you will always know where your matter stands

Leigha Wright, Solicitor — Specialist in New-Build Properties

• Focuses on new-build conveyancing — she knows the developer contract landscape inside out
• Understands the particular pressures first-time buyers face and handles files with that in mind
• Works closely with mortgage lenders and Help to Buy applicants, to ensure a smooth closing

Ready to Get Started? We’d Love to Hear from You

Getting the legal side of your Park Laurence purchase right starts with a simple conversation. You can reach our conveyancing team by phone or by completing the enquiry form below — whichever suits you better.

Begin your property journey with confidence. Contact us at 021 4772557 or submit a Free Online Enquiry today.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT — 3 STEPS

1. We’ll review your enquiry and a member of our conveyancing team will be in touch within one working day.
2. We’ll have a brief, no-obligation call to understand your situation and confirm how we can help.
3. We’ll send you a clear client care letter outlining our fees and the next steps — and then we get to work on your behalf.

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