Buying with Hastings Legal
Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. At Hastings Legal, our property and legal teams work together to keep the process clear and manageable. We’ll help you focus your search, set a realistic offer strategy, arrange surveys and guide missives through to settlement, so you can move with confidence.
We have staffed offices across the Borders, so you can speak to someone who knows your file. Your negotiator and solicitor work in step to organise viewings, check buyer readiness, keep timelines on track and deal with issues early. It’s straightforward, joined-up support from first enquiry to keys in hand.
- Search Properties
Viewings Made Simple
Finding The Right House
We arrange viewings in a way that works for you — from private appointments to open houses — ensuring you have time and information to decide.
Guidance on the Scottish System
Helping Things Go Smoothly
From Home Reports to closing dates, we explain each stage of buying a home in Scotland so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Virtual Viewings
An Emmersive Experience
Our video tours give you a real feel for a home — showing not just the rooms but the setting, layout, and lifestyle.
Integrated Legal Support
With You Through To Completion
Hastings Legal are estate agents and solicitors, so your property and legal work move together—clear, coordinated, and consistent. Our conveyancing team explains each step while the property team keeps momentum, minimising delays and miscommunication.
Why Choose Hastings Legal?
We're here for you in the Scottish Borders.
Useful Buyers Guides
Looking for some more specific information on buying your next property? The helpful guides below can help you on your property journey.
In Scotland, most properties marketed for sale must be accompanied by a Home Report. This provides essential information to help buyers understand the value,...
Making a note of interest tells the selling agent you want updates about a property—especially if a closing date is set. It’s a common...
Buying or selling commercial property is a major transaction. Whether it’s a shop, office, industrial unit, or land for development, the legal process in...
Understanding Notes of Interest in Scotland In Scotland, notes of interest tell the selling agent you want updates on a property—especially if a closing...
Gifts, Loans and Help from Family: How to Keep It Clear and Legal Financial help from family or friends can make the difference between...
Writing a Will During Your Property Purchase Buying a property in Scotland is a major step and an ideal time to put a Will...
A Guide for Cross-Border Movers and Returning Scots If you’re selling a property in England and planning to buy in Scotland, it’s important to...
Buying a home in Scotland works a little differently than in other parts of the UK. This short guide explains what to expect and...
Buying a home is exciting — but if you’ve never bought in Scotland before, the process can seem unfamiliar. Whether you’re moving from elsewhere...