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Residential Conveyancing
Introductory note:
The following information is an illustrative guide only and is not a quote or an estimate. Individual costs will depend on individual cases.
VAT: Where VAT is chargeable the rate will be in accordance with current tax rules. The current standard VAT rate is 20%. (UK Government VAT Rate site)
Purchase of a freehold residential property
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 you wish to buy is in Wales.
| Freehold Purchase |
Fees excluding VAT |
VAT |
| up to £150,000 |
£1,000 |
£200 |
| Between £150,001 and £250,000 |
£1,100 |
£220 |
| Between £250,001 and £350,000 |
£1,200 |
£240 |
| Between £350,001 and £450,000 |
£1,300 |
£260 |
| Between £450,001 and £550,000 |
£1,400 |
£280 |
| Between £550,001 and £750,000 |
£1,500 |
£300 |
| Between £750,001 and £1,000,000 |
£1,650 |
£330 |
| Over £1,000,000 |
0.2% of purchase price plus VAT |
Conveyancer's fees
- Legal fees. These are likely to be between £1,000-£1,500 plus VAT plus disbursements for a purchase of any property up to the value of £750,000. This is based upon work of between 3–8 hours at an average hourly rate of £265 plus VAT.
- Electronic money transfer fee £50.40 (including VAT)
Our fee assumes that:
- this is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including for example (but not limited to) a defect in title which requires remedying prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transaction
- the transaction is concluded in a timely manner and no unforeseen complications arise
- all parties to the transaction are co-operative and there is no unreasonable delay from third parties providing documentation
- no indemnity policies are required. Additional disbursements may apply if indemnity policies are required
- no monies are being provided by someone other than the client or a mainstream mortgage lender (this could include third party deposits and contributions)
- the chain is no longer than four properties
- there is no element of Help to Buy in any property in the chain, including any Help to Buy ISA or other similar products
- all joint purchasers are proposing to hold the property as joint tenants
- the property is not a new-build property
Disbursements
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as search fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process. The disbursements which we anticipate will apply are set out separately below. This list is not exhaustive and other disbursements may apply.
- Search fees. Estimated £500 (including VAT) (these vary depending upon the location of the property)
- HM Land Registry fee. Between £45-£1105 depending on the value of the property
- Land Registry Search fee £3
- Land Charges Search fee £2 per name
- Stamp Duty Land Tax. Please see below
Stamp Duty Land Tax
- This depends 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 will my freehold purchase take?
How long it will take from your offer being accepted until you can move into your property will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 6-8 weeks.
It can be quicker or slower, depending on the parties in the chain.
Stages of the process
The precise stages involved in the purchase of a residential property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have suggested some key stages that you may wish to include:
- Take your instructions and give you initial advice
- Check finances are in place to fund purchase and contact lender's solicitors if needed
- Receive and advise on contract documents
- Carry out searches
- Obtain further planning documentation if required
- Make any necessary enquiries of seller's solicitor
- Give you advice on all documents and information received
- Go through conditions of mortgage offer with you
- Send final contract to you for signature
- Draft Transfer
- Advise you on joint ownership
- Obtain pre-completion searches
- Agree completion date (date from which you own the property)
- Exchange contracts and notify you that this has happened
- Arrange for all monies needed to be received from lender and you
- Complete purchase
- Deal with payment of Stamp Duty/Land Tax
- Deal with application for registration at Land Registry
- Send you the deeds
Purchase of a leasehold residential property
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 you wish to buy is in Wales.
| Leasehold Purchase |
Fees excluding VAT |
VAT |
| up to £150,000 |
£1,200 |
£240 |
| Between £150,001 and £250,000 |
£1,300 |
£260 |
| Between £250,001 and £350,000 |
£1,400 |
£280 |
| Between £350,001 and £450,000 |
£1,600 |
£320 |
| Between £450,001 and £550,000 |
£1,700 |
£340 |
| Between £550,001 and £750,000 |
£1,800 |
£360 |
| Between £750,001 and £1,000,000 |
£1,900 |
£380 |
| Over £1,000,000 |
0.25% of purchase price plus VAT |
Conveyancer's fees
- Legal fees. These are likely to be between £1,200-£1,800 plus VAT plus disbursements for a purchase of any property up to the value of £750,000. This is based upon work of between 4–9 hours at an average hourly rate of £265 plus VAT.
- Electronic money transfer fee £50.40 (including VAT)
Our fee assumes that:
- this is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including for example (but not limited to) a defect in title which requires remedying prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transaction
- this is the assignment of an existing lease and is not the grant of a new lease
- the transaction is concluded in a timely manner and no unforeseen complications arise
- all parties to the transaction are co-operative and there is no unreasonable delay from third parties providing documentation
- no indemnity policies are required. Additional disbursements may apply if indemnity policies are required
- no lease extension work is required
- no monies are being provided by someone other than the client or a mainstream mortgage lender (this could include third party deposits and contributions)
- the chain is no longer than four properties
- there is no element of Help to Buy in any property in the chain including any Help to Buy ISA or other similar products
- all joint purchasers are proposing to hold the property as joint tenants
- the property is not a new build property
Disbursements
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as search fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process. 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 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.
- Search fees. Estimated £500 (including VAT) (these vary depending upon the location of the property)
- HM Land Registry fee. Between £45-£1105 depending on the value of the property
- Stamp Duty Land Tax. Please see below
- Land Registry Search fee £3
- Land Charges Search fee £2 per name
Anticipated Additional Disbursements
- Notice of Transfer fee. Often the fee is between £60 and £200 (including VAT)
- Notice of Charge fee (if the property is to be mortgaged). Often the fee is between £60 and £200 (including VAT)
- Deed of Covenant fee (if required by the Lease). This fee can be difficult to estimate. Often it is between £84 and £360 (including VAT)
- Certificate of Compliance fee (if required due to a restriction on the deeds). This can range between £120 and £240 (including VAT)
- Fee for new Share Certificate in freehold (if applicable). Often the fee is between £60 and £200 (including VAT)
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 this we receive this information.
Stamp Duty Land Tax
This depends 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 will my freehold purchase take?
How long it will take from your offer being accepted until you can move into your property will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 8-10 weeks. 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.
It can be quicker or slower, depending on the parties in the chain.
Stages of the process
The precise stages involved in the purchase of a residential leasehold property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have suggested some key stages that you may wish to include:
- Take your instructions and give you initial advice
- Check finances are in place to fund purchase and contact lender's solicitors if needed
- Receive and advise on contract documents
- Carry out searches
- Obtain further planning documentation if required
- Make any necessary enquiries of seller's solicitor
- Give you advice on all documents and information received
- Go through conditions of mortgage offer with you
- Send final contract to you for signature
- Draft Transfer
- Advise you on joint ownership
- Obtain pre-completion searches
- Agree completion date (date from which you own the property)
- Exchange contracts and notify you that this has happened
- Arrange for all monies needed to be received from lender and you
- Complete purchase
- Deal with payment of Stamp Duty/Land Tax
- Notify the Landlord/managing agents and deal with any Deed of Covenant and/or Certificate of Compliance (if applicable). Deal with new Share Certificate in freehold (if applicable)
- Deal with application for registration at Land Registry
- Send you the deeds
Sale of a freehold residential property
Our fees cover all of the work required to complete the sale of your home, including dealing with the repayment of your mortgage (if applicable) and the payment of estate agents.
| Freehold Sale |
Fees excluding VAT |
VAT |
| up to £150,000 |
£1,000 |
£200 |
| Between £150,001 and £250,000 |
£1,100 |
£220 |
| Between £250,001 and £350,000 |
£1,200 |
£240 |
| Between £350,001 and £450,000 |
£1,300 |
£260 |
| Between £450,001 and £550,000 |
£1,400 |
£280 |
| Between £550,001 and £750,000 |
£1,500 |
£300 |
| Between £750,001 and £1,000,000 |
£1,700 |
£340 |
| Over £1,000,000 |
0.2% of sale price plus VAT |
Conveyancer's fees
- Legal fees. These are likely to be between £1,000 - £1,500 plus VAT plus disbursements for a sale of any property up to the value of £750,000. This is based upon work of between 3–8 hours at an average hourly rate of £265 plus VAT.
- Electronic money transfer fee £50.40 (including VAT)
Our fee assumes that:
- this is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including for example (but not limited to) a defect in title which requires remedying prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transaction
- the transaction is concluded in a timely manner and no unforeseen complications arise
- all parties to the transaction are co-operative and there is no unreasonable delay from third parties providing documentation
- no indemnity policies are required. Additional disbursements may apply if indemnity policies are required
- the chain is no longer than four properties
- there is no element of Help to Buy in any property in the chain including any Help to Buy ISA or other similar products
Disbursements
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process. The disbursements which we anticipate will apply are set out separately below. This list is not exhaustive and other disbursements may apply.
- Fee for copy deeds from H M Land Registry £6
How long will my property sale take?
How long it will take from an offer being accepted until you can move will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 6-8 weeks.
It can be quicker or slower, depending on the parties in the chain.
Stages of the process
The precise stages involved in the sale of a residential property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have suggested some key stages that you may wish to include:
- Take your instructions and give you initial advice
- Prepare contract documents
- Obtain further planning documentation if required
- Dealing with enquiries raised by buyer's solicitor
- Send final contract to you for signature
- Agree completion date
- Exchange contracts and notify you that this has happened
- Obtain a settlement figure from your lender (if applicable)
- Complete sale
- Deal with repayment of your mortgage (if applicable)
- Pay estate agents (if applicable)
- Account to you for net sale proceeds
Sale of a leasehold residential property
Our fees cover all of the work required to complete the sale of your home, including dealing with repayment of your mortgage (if applicable) and the payment of estate agents.
| Leasehold Sale |
Fees excluding VAT |
VAT |
| up to £150,000 |
£1,150 |
£230 |
| Between £150,001 and £250,000 |
£1,250 |
£250 |
| Between £250,001 and £350,000 |
£1,350 |
£270 |
| Between £350,001 and £450,000 |
£1,450 |
£290 |
| Between £450,001 and £550,000 |
£1,550 |
£310 |
| Between £550,001 and £750,000 |
£1,650 |
£330 |
| Between £750,001 and £1,000,000 |
£1,850 |
£370 |
| Over £1,000,000 |
0.25% of sale price plus VAT |
Conveyancer's fees
- Legal fees. These are likely to be between £1,150 - £1,650 plus VAT plus disbursements for a sale of any property up to the value of £750,000. This is based upon work of between 4–9 hours at an average hourly rate of £265 plus VAT.
- Electronic money transfer fee £50.40 (including VAT)
Our fee assumes that:
- this is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including for example (but not limited to) a defect in title which requires remedying prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transaction
- this is the assignment of an existing lease and is not the grant of a new lease
- the transaction is concluded in a timely manner and no unforeseen complications arise
- all parties to the transaction are co-operative and there is no unreasonable delay from third parties providing documentation
- no indemnity policies are required. Additional disbursements may apply if indemnity policies are required
- the chain is no longer than four properties
- there is no element of Help to Buy in any property in the chain including any Help to Buy ISA or other similar products
Disbursements
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process. The disbursements which we anticipate will apply are set out below. This list is not exhaustive and other disbursements may apply depending on the term of the lease.
- Fees for copy deeds from H M Land Registry £15
- Managing agent’s fees. Estimated at £500 (including VAT). This fee is set by the managing agents and can vary significantly
Anticipated Additional Disbursements
- Licence to Assign fee (if required by the Lease). This fee can be difficult to estimate. Often it is between £360 and £660 (including VAT)
- Deed of Covenant fee (if required by the Lease). This fee can be difficult to estimate. Often it is between £84 and £360 (including VAT)
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.
How long will my property sale take?
How long it will take from an offer being accepted until you can move will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 6-8 weeks. 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.
It can be quicker or slower, depending on the parties in the chain.
Stages of the process
The precise stages involved in the sale of a residential property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have suggested some key stages that you may wish to include:
- Take your instructions and give you initial advice
- Prepare contract documents
- Obtain further planning documentation if required
- Contact the managing agents for their leasehold pack
- Dealing with enquiries raised by buyer's solicitor
- Send final contract to you for signature
- Agree completion date
- Exchange contracts and notify you that this has happened
- Obtain a settlement figure from your lender (if applicable)
- Complete sale
- Deal with repayment of your mortgage (if applicable)
- Pay estate agents (if applicable)
- Account to you for net sale proceeds
Mortgage/Re-mortgage of a freehold residential property
Our fees cover all of the work required to complete the mortgage or re-mortgage of your property, including dealing with registration of the new mortgage at the Land Registry.
| Freehold Re-Mortgage |
Fees excluding VAT |
VAT |
| up to £250,000 |
£525 |
£105 |
| Between £250,001 and £500,000 |
£550 |
£110 |
| Between £500,001 and £750,000 |
£575 |
£115 |
| Between £750,001 and £1,000,000 |
£600 |
£120 |
| Over £1,000,000 |
0.1% of lender's valuation of property plus VAT |
Conveyancer's fees
- Legal fees. These are likely to be between £525 - £575 plus VAT plus disbursements for a re-mortgage of any property up to the value of £750,000. This is based upon work of between 2–5 hours at an average hourly rate of £265 plus VAT.
- Electronic money transfer fee £50.40 (including VAT)
Our fee assumes that:
- this is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including for example (but not limited to) a defect in title which requires remedying prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transaction
- the transaction is concluded in a timely manner and no unforeseen complications arise
- there is no unreasonable delay from third parties providing documentation
- no indemnity policies are required. Additional disbursements may apply if indemnity policies are required
Disbursements
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as search fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process. The disbursements which we anticipate will apply are set out separately below. This list is not exhaustive and other disbursements may apply.
- Search fees. Estimated £500 (including VAT) (these vary depending upon the location of the property).
- Fee for copy deeds from HM Land Registry £6.
- HM Land Registry fee. Between £20 - £125 depending upon the value of the re-mortgage.
- Land Registry Searches – OS1 £3 and K16 £2 per name.
How long will my mortgage/re-mortgage take?
How long it will take depends on a number of factors. The average process takes between 4-6 weeks.
It can be quicker or slower.
Stages of the process
The precise stages involved in the mortgage/re-mortgage of a residential property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have suggested some key stages that you may wish to include:
- Take your instructions and give you initial advice
- Carry out searches
- Obtain further planning documentation if required
- Go through conditions of mortgage offer with you
- Send Mortgage Deed to you for signature
- Obtain pre-completion searches
- Agree completion date
- Arrange for monies to be received from new lender and you (if applicable)
- Complete new mortgage and repay existing mortgage (if applicable)
- Deal with application for registration at Land Registry
Mortgage/Re-mortgage of a leasehold residential property
Our fees cover all of the work required to complete the mortgage or re-mortgage of your property, including dealing with registration of the new mortgage at the Land Registry.
| Leasehold Re-Mortgage |
Fees excluding VAT |
VAT |
| up to £250,000 |
£550 |
£110 |
| Between £250,001 and £500,000 |
£575 |
£115 |
| Between £500,001 and £750,000 |
£600 |
£120 |
| Between £750,001 and £1,000,000 |
£625 |
£122 |
| Over £1,000,000 |
0.1% of lender's valuation of property plus VAT |
Conveyancer's fees
- Legal fees. These are likely to be between £550 - £600 plus VAT plus disbursements for a re-mortgage of any property up to the value of £750,000. This is based upon work of between 2–6 hours at an average hourly rate of £265 plus VAT.
- Electronic money transfer fee £50.40 (including VAT)
Our fee assumes that:
- this is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including for example (but not limited to) a defect in title which requires remedying prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transaction
- the transaction is concluded in a timely manner and no unforeseen complications arise
- there is no unreasonable delay from third parties providing documentation
- no indemnity policies are required. Additional disbursements may apply if indemnity policies are required
Disbursements
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as search fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process. 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 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.
- Search fees. Estimated £500 (including VAT) (these vary depending upon the location of the property)
- Fees for copy deeds from HM Land Registry £15
- HM Land Registry fee. Between £20 - £125 depending upon the value of the re-mortgage
- Land Registry Searches – OS1 £3 and K16 £2 per name
Anticipated Additional Disbursements
- Notice of Charge fee. Often the fee is between £60 and £180 (including VAT)
- Certificate of Compliance fee (if required due to a restriction on the deeds). This can range between £120 and £240 (including VAT)
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.
How long will my mortgage/re-mortgage take?
How long it will take depends on a number of factors. The average process takes between 4-6 weeks.
It can be quicker or slower.
Stages of the process
The precise stages involved in the mortgage/re-mortgage of a residential leasehold property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have suggested some key stages that you may wish to include:
- Take your instructions and give you initial advice
- Carry out searches
- Obtain further planning documentation if required
- Contact the managing agents for their leasehold pack
- Go through conditions of mortgage offer
- Send Mortgage Deed to you for signature
- Obtain pre-completion searches
- Agree completion date
- Arrange for monies to be received from new lender and you (if applicable)
- Complete new mortgage and repay existing mortgage (if applicable)
- Notify the Landlord/managing agents and deal with Certificate of Compliance (if applicable)
- Deal with application for registration at Land Registry
