Title Deed Change - How Long Does it Take?

I'm in the process of buying a property and we've hit a snag. The seller has a pending application with HM Land Registry to change the title deeds, and this is holding up our exchange of contracts.

Does anyone have any experience with this? How long does it typically take for HM Land Registry to process a title deed change application?

We're getting a bit anxious as we've already found our buyer and don't want to lose the chain. Any insights would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance

Kurtis - although this is a public forum it's really only used by us, HMLR, to support individual posters. There's no 'community' insights or thread sharing of experiences as a result. So I wouldn't expect anyone to share their own experiences.
If there's a pending application to update the register and there's an urgency, then they need to request that it's expedited. Expedition generally gets the processing started but everything then hinges on the application being in order.
If you have the title number/postal address then happy to take a look to see what's happening?

Hi, Thanks for the response.

The address is 54 Southern Avenue, London, SE25 4BS

Hi Kurtis - application submitted back in March and partially processed. Unfortunately it's not in order and we have been in correspondence with the conveyancer and our last contact was on 9th Dec. 
You'll need to confirm with them and clarify what's still outstanding
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Thank you

I will appreciate your help in understanding how we can expedite updating the title on our flat as we are looking to sell.
We increased the number of years on the lease which was completed almost 16months ago.
The address is

Flat 16, 495 Footscray road, New Eltham. SE9 3UW 

Thanks.

Redcine - the application has been partially processed but we are waiting for more from the conveyancer. Our last contact with them was on the 7th December.
You'll need to contact them to confirm and to clarify when they expect to respond in full
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SGL596529 

Hi, weve been told that application documents needed have been submitted, what are your current turnaround times for updating the title?

Thanks

Hi Kurtis - the conveyancer has replied re that title application so that will be referred back to the casework to consider. If it's now all in order it will be processed asap and usually within a few days depending on available resources
SGL596529  

Hi we are in process of completing on sale and our solicitors applied to have a deed removed from our title to be able to complete the sale. This have been pending for 2 months now and holding up our sale Please could you help with information on this. 73 Rosedale Road, RM1 4QR

Hi Chinedu - it's still with us and we are waiting for more from the conveyancer. Our last contact with them was on the 17th Dec and we are waiting for a full reply.
You'll need to contact them to confirm and to clarify specific details
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Hi - Weve had no luck with the conveyancers so are unsure if they have been in touch with the caseworker. Are you able to provide an update?

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Hi Kurtis - the application is currently waiting for wider checks to complete and that may not be until after 13th January as things currently stand
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Hi we are in process of completing on sale and still waiting on a deed removed from our title to be able to complete the sale. This have been pending for 2 months now and holding up our sale. All outstanding queries now answered,

Please any update on this? 73 Rosedale Road, RM1 4QR

Hi Chinedu - the application against that property was completed yesterday and the conveyancer notified
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Hello 

We got in touch with the conveyancers who confirmed that they have responded to your queries. When can we expect the Title to be completed? The property is 495 Footcray road. Flat 16  SE9 3UW 

Hello Redcine - they did respond but we went back to them on the 7th December to explain what was still required. They have yet to respond to that request. 
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Hi, 

Firstly thank you for providing this service its been extremely helpful.

SGL596529 - We believe that the period of notice has ended or is due to end today. Are you able to provide any update and if so when would it be passed to a case worker. We are hoping to be able get proof of title this week so we can exchange.

Thanks
Kurtis

Hi Kurtis - the notices expire today and they have until today to respond. The case won't be referred for a further review until tomorrow at the earliest. 
Make a note to post again tomorrow late morning and we can check again for you
SGL596529 

Hi Adam,

Thanks for yesterday updates. What is the latest today?

Thanks
Kurtis

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