What are undertakings between solicitors on completion day?
Professional undertakings that move money and Documents in a set order so completion happens safely when the chain depends on trust between firms.
Published: 18 Apr 2026 · Updated: 18 Apr 2026 · 9 min read
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Undertakings are formal promises between regulated firms about sending money, using it only for stated purposes, and forwarding signed Documents so completion can complete in order.
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