| Description | Value/Amount of Property (£) | Legal Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase | Up To £99,999 | £600.00 + VAT |
| Purchase | £100,000 To £199,999 | £675.00 + VAT |
| Purchase | £200,000 To £299,999 | £750.00 + VAT |
| Purchase | £300,000 - £399,999 | £825.00 + VAT |
| Purchase | £400,000 - £549.999 | £900.00 + VAT |
| Purchase | £550,000 + Above | POA |
| Description | Value/Amount of Property (£) | Legal Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Sale | Up To £99,999 | £575.00 + VAT |
| Sale | £100,000 To £199,999 | £675.00 + VAT |
| Sale | £200,000 To £299,999 | £750.00 + VAT |
| Sale | £300,000 To £399,999 | £775.00 + VAT |
| Sale | £400,000 To £549,999 | £875.00 + VAT |
| Sale | £550,000 Above | POA |
VAT charged at 20%
Our Legal fees cover all of the work required to complete the purchase of your new home but additional fees and disbursements maybe incurred depending on the type of property and its purchase price. These can include:
Fees
Leasehold House £100 + vat
Leasehold Flat/Apartment £200.00 + vat
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) Return -£50.00 + vat
ID Check - £12.50 + vat
Electronic Money Transfer Fee - £30.00 + vat
Disbursements
Land Registry Searches (estimated) - £20.00 + vat
Bankruptcy Searches (per person) - £2.00 + vat
Local Searches (incl Drainage, Water & Environmental Searches) - £131.00 inclusive of vat*
Coal Mining Search - £39.00 inclusive of vat
HMRC Land Registry Fee Charge is dependent on the purchase price of the property and the nature of the application and ranges from £20.00 to £910.00
*When purchasing with the assistance of a mortgage, we are required to apply for a Local Drainage and Water search.
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Land Registry fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.
If the purchase property is leasehold there are certain disbursements which will be set out in the individual lease relating to the Property. The disbursements which we anticipate will apply are set out separately below. This list is not exhaustive and other disbursements may apply depending on the term of the lease. We will update you on the specific fees upon receipt and review of the lease from the seller's solicitors.
These fees vary from property to property and can on occasion be significantly more than the ranges given above. We can give you an accurate figure once we have sight of your specific documents.
You should also be aware that ground rent and service charge are likely to apply throughout your ownership of the property. We will confirm the ground rent and the anticipated service charge as soon as we receive this information.
Stamp Duty Land Tax maybe payable depending on the purchase price of your property. You can calculate the amount you will need to pay by using HMRC's website or if the property is located in Wales by using the Welsh Revenue Authority's website.
How long it will take from your offer being accepted until you can move in to your house will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 8 – 12 weeks.
It can be quicker or slower, depending on the parties in the chain. For example, if you are a first time buyer, purchasing a new build property with a mortgage in principle, it could be quicker. However, if you are buying a leasehold property that requires an extension of the lease, this can take significantly longer. In such a situation additional charges would apply.
The precise stages involved in the purchase of a residential property vary according to the circumstances. However, here are some key stages in the process:
Our fee assumes that:
Our Legal fees cover all of the work required to complete the sale of your home but additional fees and disbursements maybe incurred depending on the type of property and its sale price. These can include:
Fees
Leasehold House £100.00 + Vat
Leasehold Flat/Apartment £200.00 + vat
ID Check £12.50 + vat
Electronic Money Transfer Fee - £30.00 + vat
Disbursements
Land Registry Searches (estimated) - £20.00 + vat
Bankruptcy Searches (per person) - £2.00 + vat
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Land Registry searches. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.
If the sale property is leasehold there maybe are certain disbursements depending on the term of the lease. We will update you on the specific fees upon receipt and review of the lease. This may include obtaining a seller’s leasehold pack containing replies to standard enquiries and supporting documentation from the landlord or its agents.
How long it will take from you accepting an offer until the property is sold will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 8 – 12 weeks.
It can be quicker or slower, depending on the parties in the chain. For example, if you have a first time buyer, a cash buyer or you are not purchasing another property or you are not involved in a chain with other purchasers and sellers, it could be quicker. However, if you are selling a leasehold property that requires an extension of the lease, this can take significantly longer. In such a situation additional charges would apply.
The precise stages involved in the sale of a residential property vary according to the circumstances. However, here are some key stages in the process:
Our fee assumes that: