Overview
We ordinarily work on a fixed fee basis, so that our clients are aware of what the fees will be for a transaction from the very beginning. Our clients are provided with a cost estimate in writing – this way we can ensure that all fee estimates are adhered too and that there are not any hidden fees. If, however, new developments take place during the course of the transaction and it involves additional work, we will discuss any modification in fees with you first.
In most transactions, our legal fees for handling the conveyancing, ranges from £900 - £2500.00 plus VAT. The legal fee is determined by the property price. Our legal fees cover all the work required to complete the sale of your property. Please note, the fee range quoted above assumes that it’s a standard transaction and no unforeseen matters arise including, for example (but not limited to), a defect in title which requires remedying before completion, or the preparation of additional documents supplementary 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 needed (there may be additional fees and disbursements if indemnity policies are required) and we are also instructed to act for your lender to complete the registration of the mortgage on your property.
The following is a list of things that we consider to be supplementary and not included in standard quote:
- Arranging Indemnity Insurance (per policy) - £50.00 plus VAT
- Telegraphic Transfer Administration Fee - £30.00 plus VAT
- Anti-Money Laundering ID Administration Fee - £7.00 plus VAT
- Redemption of Help to Buy (2nd Mortgage) - £150.00 plus VAT
- Redemption of 3rd and subsequent mortgage - £150 plus VAT
Factors that may affect our
Fees During a transaction, there can be instances that may lead to an increase in our fees. Examples of this are the requirement for planning/building regulations indemnity, unregistered property and defective title. The examples stated are not definitive. If we believe that a factor is likely to affect your fees, we will of course notify you first before adding an additional fee to your transaction. Disbursements are payable to third parties and are costs related to your matter, an example of this is Land Registry fees. We will tell you about any additional disbursements if they arise and agree these with you in advance.
- Fees for office copies of Title Documents - £3.00 per title document
If the sale property is leasehold, we will need to request a leasehold information pack from the freeholder or managing agent, to deal with your buyer’s enquiries. We will contact the freeholder or managing agent to ascertain the cost of the information pack and will confirm the figure to you as soon as we receive this information. This list is not exhaustive and other disbursements may apply. Once we have had the opportunity to peruse the contract documentation provided, we will inform you on any specific fees payable.