Conveyancing Fees Summary

​Our conveyancing fees cover all work required to complete your property purchase, including Land Registry registration and submission of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) forms and payments to HMRC.

Due to the complexity and high value of many transactions, we provide bespoke fee quotes based on factors such as AML enquiries, international buyers, leasehold/new builds, and property location.

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• Minimum Fee: £2,000 for a simple purchase with no mortgage.

• Typical Fee: £5,000–£7,500 for a leasehold purchase of around £2 million with mortgage financing (where we act for the lender).

• Factors Influencing Fees:

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• leasehold or freehold

• new build or off-plan or second hand

• value

• timescale

• conditionality in contract

• listed building

• unregistered land

• title defects

• mortgage financing

• lease extension

• tax or structuring advice

• declaration of trust.

 

All fees are exclusive of VAT and disbursements.

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Disbursements Summary

​Disbursements are third-party costs related to your transaction, such as HM Land Registry fees, which we handle to ensure a smooth process. Approximate costs include:

 

• Search Fees: £200–£300

• Land Registry Fees: £20–£1,105

• AML Checks: £4.80–£6.60 (Search fees) + £250 + VAT (AML and Source of Funds Checks)

• Document Fees: £7 per document (Land Registry), 

• DocusSign: £2.40–£4.80 (DocuSign), £10 + VAT (DocuSign Admin)

• Searches: £7 (Priority), £6 (Bankruptcy)

• Transfer Fees: £15 (Telegraphic), £25 + VAT (Admin), £10 + VAT (BACS Admin)

• Other Costs: £50 + VAT (Storage), £75–£200 + VAT (Notice of Charge/Transfer for leasehold)

 

We do not charge or pay referral fees.

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Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)

​SDLT depends on your property's purchase price and rent. For residential properties, use the HMRC or Welsh Revenue Authority's online calculators for estimates.

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Timescales on Purchase 

​The transaction timeline typically ranges from 4–8 weeks but may vary depending on individual circumstances, potentially taking several months in complex cases.

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Typical Conveyancing Process

​The stages of a residential or commercial property purchase can vary based on circumstances. Key steps include:

 

• Conducting anti-money laundering (AML) checks

• Taking instructions and providing initial advice

• Confirming finances and liaising with the lender's solicitors

• Reviewing and advising on contract documents

• Carrying out searches and making necessary enquiries

• Advising on documents, mortgage conditions, and joint ownership

• Sending contracts for signature and agreeing on a completion date

• Exchanging contracts and drafting transfer documents

• Arranging funds from the lender and buyer

• Completing the purchase, paying Stamp Duty/Land Tax, and registering the property at HM Land Registry

 

This process ensures a smooth and compliant property transaction.