Purchase price list
OUR PRICES Purchase price list
Important information
Our fees cover all of the work required to complete the purchase of your new home, including dealing with registration at the Land Registry and dealing with the payment of Stamp Duty Land Tax (Stamp Duty) if the property is in England, or Land Transaction Tax (Land Tax) if the property is in Wales. However, we recommend that you contact us to discuss your specific needs and obtain a personalised quote.
Who will manage my case?
Our conveyancing work is expertly handled by Janine Heil, a solicitor qualified since 2004. Janine supervises all related activities and, along with her team of assistants, will make sure that your purchase process is handled efficiently and with required attention to detail.
What are our prices?
Conveyancing fees
| Property price up to £750,000 | £1,800 plus VAT (£2,160) |
| Property price up to £1,500,000 | £2,400 plus VAT (£2,880) |
| Property price up to £2,000,000 | £2,900 plus VAT (£3,480) |
| Property price over £2,000,000 | by quotation from £3,100 plus VAT (from £3,720) |
Supplemental fees
| Digital onboarding fee | £25 plus VAT (£30) per person |
| Bank Transfer fee | £39 plus VAT (£46.80) |
| Leasehold supplement fee | £350 plus VAT (£420) |
| Lenders Report fee | £200 plus VAT (£240) |
| Share of Freehold supplement fee | £300 plus VAT (£360) |
| Unregistered land supplement fee | from £300 plus VAT (from £360) |
| Simultaneous exchange & completion | £200 plus VAT (£240) |
Are there any additional costs?
You should anticipate covering disbursements, which are costs payable to and set by third parties, they may vary but are usually:
| Bankruptcy search | £6 per beneficiary |
| Comprehensive property search | approx. £270 |
| Land Registry registration fee | Dependent on the property value – please refer to the Land Registry’s fee calculator |
| Stamp Duty Land Tax if the property is in England | Dependent on the circumstance – please refer to HMRC’s fee calculator |
| Land Transaction Tax if the property is in Wales | Dependent on the circumstance – please refer to the Welsh Revenue Authority’s fee calculator |
And finally, on the purchase of a leasehold property there will be additional charges on completion in respect of Service Charges and Ground Rent (if applicable) together with Landlords Registration Fees required under the Lease. We will not be made aware of these charges until the information is received from the solicitors acting for the seller however you would be notified of these fees prior to completion.
What is the process and timeline?
The purchase process varies by property and involves several key stages with varying timescales:
| Understanding the property and its title, including obtaining searches | 0 – 6 weeks |
| Reporting to you on the property and its title | 0 – 8 weeks |
| Exchange of contracts* | 8 weeks |
| Registering with the Land Registry after completion | 10 – 18 weeks |
*On exchange of contracts you will set a completion date, so completion takes place on that agreed date, usually within 2 weeks of exchange (approx. 8 – 10 weeks)
Please note
The pricing provided assumes that the transaction proceeds without undue complications or delays and involves normal correspondence levels. Additional fees may apply in case of defective titles or other unforeseen issues.
If an Indemnity Policy is needed, there will be a fee of £50 plus VAT for advising on and arranging the policy, in addition to the insurance premium itself.
Ready to start the conversation?
For further information or to receive a personalised cost estimate, please contact Leigh Duncan.
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We offer a broad range of legal services designed to protect and manage your personal and financial interests. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to providing tailored solutions that meet your needs, ensuring security for both your present and future.
