“An experienced licensed conveyancer, solicitor or executive will deal with your purchase or sale personally. This is the best way to ensure the stress of moving house is kept to a minimum.”
Simon Greener LLB
Director, Solicitor
We offer a clear and simple pricing structure. Sometimes issues arise where it may make it necessary to revise our fees, for example if there are problems with the legal title to the property. We will advise you as soon as possible if an issue arises which may lead to an increase in fees.
| Value | Freehold Sale (VAT in brackets) | Freehold Purchase (VAT in brackets) |
| Up to £200,000 | £1200 + (£240) | £1200 + (£240) |
| £200,001-£300,000 | £1250 + (£250) | £1250 + (£250) |
| £300,001-£400,000 | £1300 + (£260) | £1300 + (£260) |
| £400,001-£500,000 | £1500 + (£300) | £1500 + (£300) |
| £500,001-£600,000 | £1600 + (£320) | £1600 + (£320) |
| £600,001-£700,000 | £1650 + (£330) | £1650 + (£330) |
| £700,001-£800,000 | £1750 + (£350) | £1750 + (£350) |
| £800,001-£900,000 | £1900 + (£380) | £1900 + (£380) |
| £900,001-£1m | £1950 + (£390) | £1950 + (£390) |
| £1M & up | 0.15% + VAT | 0.2% + VAT |
| Value | Leasehold Sale (VAT in brackets) | Leasehold Purchase (VAT in brackets) New Build Purchase |
| Up to £200,000 | £1600 + (£320) | £1600 + (£320) |
| £200,001-£300,000 | £1650 + (£330) | £1650 + (£330) |
| £300,001-£400,000 | £1750 + (£350) | £1750 + (£350) |
| £400,001-£500,000 | £1800 + (£360) | £1800 + (£360) |
| £500,001-£600,000 | £1900 + (£380) | £1900 + (£380) |
| £600,001-£700,000 | £1950 + (£390) | £1950 + (£390) |
| £700,001-£800,000 | £1975 + (£395) | £1975 + (£395) |
| £800,001-£900,000 | £2000 + (£400) | £2000 + (£400) |
| £900,001-£1m | £2050 + (£410) | £2050 + (£410) |
| £1M | 0.15% + VAT | 0.2% + VAT |
£500 (approx) plus VAT searches and ID checks
Stamp Duty – Click here to calculate the stamp duty payable
Higher rates may apply if you are buying a second property.
| Price of Property | Fee |
| 0-£80,000.00 | £20 |
| £80,001 - £100,000 | £40 |
| £100,001 - £200,000 | £100 |
| £200,001-£500,000 | £150 |
| £500,001 - £1m | £295 |
| £1m + | £500 |
A higher fee may be payable if the property is not already registered with the Land Registry or if you are buying a new build property.
In addition, we make a charge of £40 (+ VAT) for each CHAPS transfer that must be made for example to the seller’s solicitor to complete the purchase or send moneys to you.
If there is a gifted deposit an additional fee of £150 (+VAT) per gift may be charged to complete the required ID and money laundering checks.
Identity Check & Source of Funds: £30 (approx.) plus VAT per person.
Obtaining copy documents from the Land Registry £20 - £50 (this is variable depending on the number of documents required).
In addition, we make a charge of £40 (+ VAT) for each CHAPS transfer that must be made for example to redeem a mortgage or send moneys to you.
When buying or selling a leasehold property additional fees can be payable. It is not possible to tell how much these may be until we have seen the lease or contacted the managing agent but as a guide you should be aware that the following may be payable:
Fee payable to obtain the management pack which details of service charges buildings insurance proposed maintenance etc. These fees can vary from £150 upwards and are set by the landlord or managing agent.
Fees payable for any necessary landlord’s consent for alterations done to the property or approval of the purchaser. These will be set by the Landlord.
Registration fees payable to the Landlord or Managing Agent to register the transfer of ownership. These maybe set out in the lease.
In some cases, older leases do not meet the requirements of modern lending practices. If a deed of variation is required or a new lease needs to be obtained, then an additional fee of £350 (+vat) may be charged.
Land Registry fee: £20
Identity check: £30 per name
The conveyancing process involves several key steps, including:
These steps ensure a smooth transfer of ownership.
The conveyancing process typically takes between 8 to 12 weeks, depending on various factors such as the complexity of the transaction, the length of the property chain, and any issues that arise during searches or contract negotiations. Delays can sometimes occur due to unforeseen circumstances, but our team will keep you updated throughout the process to ensure you’re always up to date, and that everything moves as smoothly as possible.
If you are buying a house with your partner but you’re unmarried, it’s important to decide what should happen to the property if you were to separate. Although this will probably be the last thing on your mind, it is vital to avoid the risk of expensive legal complications later on. Our solicitors can guide you through the legal process and ensure everything is properly documented. Find out more information about who gets the house when an unmarried couple splits up.
You can identify your property boundaries by reviewing your title deeds, which may include a plan showing the general boundaries. If your title plan does not show fence ownership, you can also obtain a detailed plan from HM Land Registry, which may give a clearer idea of where your boundaries lie. If there is any uncertainty or disputes regarding boundaries, our property solicitors are experts at reviewing the documents and resolving any issues.
