Conveyancing Fees for a Purchase (freehold)

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 with the payment of Stamp Duty Land Tax (Stamp Duty) if the property Is in England or Lane Transaction Tax (Land Tax) if the property is in Wales.

Our Legal Fees

No property is exactly the same, as our fees will reflect the particular requirements of your sale or purchase. For example, dealing with a listed building may, because of added complexities, cost more then dealing with a well-established freehold property. Because of this, until we have the details of you intended transaction, we are unable to give you a reliable estimate of the cost of us helping you. We can, however, give a range of costs.

Range of Costs

Our fees for a typical house purchase range from around £1495 for a simple transaction to upwards of £30,000 for a high value property which will bring its own complication such as several legal titles, additional properties and complex issues. These figures may however vary in cases with special complications. That is why we will always give you an individual cost estimate at the start of the transaction, taking into account the actual features of your purchase including the timescales involved. We will always advise you immediately about any complication and discuss the potential impact on price before any additional charges are incurred.

Please call 020 3814 2020 or contact enquiries@blasermills.co.uk to discuss how Blaser Mills Law can work with you to secure a successful house purchase.

Charges and Disbursements

  • Search

£300 + vat approx. (although this does depend on the property and any additional searches that may be required)

  • HM Land Registry

£20-£1105 (depending upon the value of the property and whether we can apply for registration via the Portal). HM Land Registry – Gov.UK

  • Lawyer Checker

£18 + vat

  • Client Due Diligence (per person)

£30 + vat approx.

  • Pre-Completion Searches

£6 + vat approx.

  • E-Conveyancing Fee

£33.95 + vat

  • Money Transfer Fees (CHAPS)

£40 + vat (per transaction)

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Land Registry fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process

Stamp Duty Land Tax (on purchase)

This depends on the purchase price of your property and whether you are a first-time buyer, a homeowner or a property investor or buying a second property or based abroad. You can calculate the amount you will need to pay using HMRC’s website or if the property is located in Wales by using the Welsh Revenue Authority’s website here. Please note that this website cannot assist with the complexities of your own situation, so we recommend that you contact us to talk through your own situation so we can property assess the Stamp Duty Land Tax payable.

How long will my house purchase take?

How long will it take from your offer being accepted until you can move into your house will depend on several factors. The average process takes between 8-10 weeks*

It can be much quicker or slower, depending on the parties in the chain. For example, if you are a first-time buyer, purchasing a property with no chain and with no mortgage in principle, it could take 4 weeks. However, if you are buying a leasehold property that requires an extension of the lease, this can take significantly longer, between 2 and 4 months. In such a situation, additional charges are likely to apply. Please contact us to discuss your timescales.

*The national timescales for achieving exchange of contracts have increased from around 8-10 weeks to around 12-20 weeks. This is due to us having no control over external factors such as the seller, the sellers’ lawyers, managements companies, lenders or search providers. Furthermore, we are amidst a global pandemic that adds to the potential for delays and complications.

Stages of the process

The precise stages involved in the purchase of a residential freehold property, vary according to the individual circumstances. However, below are some key stages:

  • Your instructions are taken and we provide our initial advice to you.
  • Check that all finances are in place to fund the purchase and contact lenders solicitors if needed.
  • Receive and advise on contract documents
  • Carry out all searches
  • Obtain further planning documentation if required
  • Make any necessary enquiries to the sellers solicitors
  • Advise you on all documents and information received
  • Go through the conditions of the mortgage offer with you.
  • Send you the final contract for you to sign
  • Agree a completion date (date from which you own then property)
  • Exchange contracts and notify you that this has happened.
  • Arrange for all monies needed to be received from the lender and you
  • Complete the purchase
  • Deal with payment of Stamp Duty Land Tax
  • Deal with application for registration at Land Registry

Our fees assume that:

  • This is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including (but no limited to) for example, a defect in the 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.

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Conveyancing fees for a Purchase (leasehold)

Our fees cover all the work * required to complete the purchase of your new home, including dealing with registration at the Land Registry and 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.

Our Legal Fees

No property is exactly the same, as our fees will reflect the particular requirements of your purchase. For example, dealing with a flat in a listed building may, because of added complexities, cost more then dealing with a well-established leasehold property with a well-run management company dealing with the maintenance. Because of this, until we have the details of your intended transaction, we are unable to give you a reliable estimate of the cost of us helping you. We can however give you a range of costs.

Range of Costs

Our fees for a typical leasehold purchase range from around £1495 for a simple transaction to upwards of £25,000 for a leasehold property in a listed building on unregistered land which requires substantial alterations to the Lease to be compliant with today’s standards. These figures may however vary in cases with special complications. That is why we will always give you an individual cost estimate at the start of the transaction, taking into account the actual features of your purchase including the timescales involved. We will always advise you immediately about any complication and discuss the potential impact on price before additional charges are incurred.

Please call 020 3814 2020 or contact on enquiries@blasermills.co.uk to discuss how Blaser Mills Law can work with you to secure a successful house purchase.

Charges & Disbursements

  • Searches and advice

£300 + vat (additional searches may be requires depending on the property)

  • HM Land Registry

£20 – £1105 (depending upon the value of the property and whether we can apply for registration via the portal). HM Land Registry – GOV.UK

  • Client Due Diligence (per person)

£30 + vat

  • Pre-Completion searches

£6 + vat (approximately)

  • Money Transfer Fees (CHAPS)

£40 + vat (per transaction)

  • E-Conveyancing fee

£33.95 + vat

  • Landlord and management company post-completion requirements – these figures are set by each individual landlord/management company, so it is impossible to advice you of these until we have seen the paperwork (which is presented to us mid-way through the transaction). You should budget for around £300 – £400 to cover this, although it can be much less of much more.

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Land Registry fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.

Stamp Duty Land Tax (on purchase)

This depends on the purchase price of your property and whether you are a first-time buyer, a home over or a property investor or buying a second 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 here. Please note that this website cannot assist with the complexities of your own situation, so we recommend that you contact us to talk through your own situation so we can properly assess the Stamp Duty Land Tax payable.

How long will my house purchase take?

How ling it will take from your offer being accepted until you can move into you house will depend on several factors. The average process takes between 8 – 10 weeks * It can be much quicker or slower, depending on the parties in the chain. For example, if you are a first-time buyer, purchasing a property with no chain and with no mortgage in principle, it could take 3 weeks. However, if you are buying a leasehold property that requires an extension of the lease, this can take significantly longer, between 2 and 4 months. N such a situation, additional charges are likely to apply. Please contact us to discuss your timescales

The national timescales for achieving exchange of contract have increase from around 8 – 10 weeks to around 12 – 20 weeks. Whilst we will assist in achieving completion as soon as practically possible, we can offer no guarantees in achieving completion within a specified timescale. This is due to us having no control over external factors such as the seller, the sellers’ lawyers, management companies, lenders or search providers. Furthermore, we are amidst a global pandemic that adds to the potential for delays and complications.

Stages of the process

The precise stages involved in the purchase of a residential freehold property vary according to the individual circumstances. However, below are some key stages:

  • Your instructions are taken, and we provide our initial advice to you.
  • Check finances are in place to fund the purchase and contact lenders solicitor if needed.
  • Receive and advise on contract documents.
  • Carry out searches
  • Obtain further planning documentation if required
  • Check the lease terms and the landlord/management company’s’ paperwork to safeguard your interests – particularly looking at the prospect of major works, the payment of ground rent and service charges, and obtaining a fire safety risk assessment.
  • Make any necessary enquiries of seller’s solicitor
  • Give you advice on all documents and information received including comprehensive reports at key stages
  • Go through conditions of mortgage offer with you
  • Send final contract to you for signature
  • 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
  • Deal with the landlord/management company’s notice requires

*Our fees assume 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 this parties’ providing documentation.
  • No indemnity policies are required. Additional disbursements may apply if the indemnity policies are required.

Conveyancing fees for a Sale (freehold)

Our fees cover all the work* required to compete the sale of your home, including dealing with the redemption of a mortgage if applicable.

Our Legal Fees

No property is exactly the same, and our fees will reflect the particular requirements of your sale. For example, dealing with the sale of a listed building which has faced alterations without listed building consent may, because of added complexities, cost mort than dealing with a well-established freehold property. Because of this, until we have the details of your intended transaction and the timescales involved, we are unable to give you a reliable estimate of the cost of us helping you. We can however give you a range of costs.

Range of Costs

Our fees for a typical freehold sale range from around £1395 for a simple transaction to upwards of £20,000 for the sale of a high value country estate. These figures may, however, vary in cases with special complications. That is why we will always give you an individual cost estimate at the start of the transaction, considering the actual features of your sale including the timescales involved. We will always advise you immediately about any complication and discuss the potential impact on price before any additional charges are uncured.

Please call 020 3814 2020 or contact enquiries@blasermills.co.uk to discuss how Blaser Mills Law can work with you to secure a successful house sale.

Charges ad Disbursements

  • Land Registry Office Copy Entries

£6 + vat

  • Client Due Diligence (per person)

£30 + vat

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Land Registry fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.

*These fees vary from property to property and can on occasion be significantly more than the ranges gives above. We can give you an accurate figure once we have spoken with you to discuss your exact requirements.

How long will my house sale take?

How long it will take from the offer being accepted until you can sell your house will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 8 – 10 weeks*.

It can be quicker or slower, depending on the parties in the chain. For example, if a first time buyer is purchasing your property and does not need mortgage finance, it could take 4 weeks. However, if there is a long chain then this can take significantly longer, between 8 – 20 weeks. In such, a situation additional charges could apply.

*The national timescales for achieving exchange of contracts have increased from around 8-10 weeks to around 12-20 weeks. Whilst we will assist in achieving completion as soon as practically possible, we can offer no guarantees in achieving completion during specific timescales. This is due to us having no control over external factors such as the seller, the sellers lawyers, management companies, lenders or search providers. Furthermore, we are amidst a global pandemic that adds to the potential for delays and complications.

Stages of the Process

The precise stages involved in the sale of a residential freehold property vary according to the individual circumstances. However, below we have listed some key stages:

  • Your instructions are taken, and we provide our initial advice to you.
  • Obtain a copy of your titles from the Land Registry which we review.
  • Draft the contract and send this to the Buyers solicitors together with the supporting papers.
  • Check with you that the plan is correct.
  • If there is a mortgage on the property, make contact with the mortgage company and obtain a draft redemption statement.
  • Refer any additional enquiries from the Buyers solicitor to you alongside our advice and answer the same with the Buyers solicitor.
  • Obtain any paperwork from third parties – such as missing planning papers or building warranties.
  • Send approved contract and Transfer Deed to you for signing.
  • When all parties are ready, discuss exchange and completion dates with the Buyers solicitors
  • Exchange contracts
  • Obtain final redemption statement from mortgage company, if applicable.
  • Send completion statement to you.
  • Complete the matter and received monies from the Buyers solicitor.
  • Pay mortgage company and estate agents if applicable
  • Send deeds to the Buyers solicitors
  • Send confirmation to you as to formal completion.
  • If applicable, receive notification from the lender that the mortgage has been paid.
  • Write finally to the Buyers solicitors and obtain release from our undertaking.

*Our fees assume that:

  • This is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including for example (but not limited to) a defect in the 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.

Conveyancing fees for a Sale (leasehold)

No property is exactly the same as our fees will reflect the particular requirements of your sale. For example, dealing with the sale of a flat which has faced alterations without landlord consent may, because of added complexities, cost more than dealing with a well-established and well managed leasehold property Because of this, until we have the details of your intended transaction and the timescales involved, we are unable to give you a reliable estimate of the costs of us helping you.

Range of Costs

Our fees for a typical leasehold sale range from around £1645 for a simple transaction to upwards of £25,000 for the sale of ahigh value leasehold duplex apartment in London. These figures may however vary in cases with special complications. That is why we will always give you an individual cost estimate at the start of the transaction, taking into account the actual features of your sale including the timescales involved. We will always advise you immediately about any complications and discuss the potential impact on price before any additional charges are incurred.

Please call 0203 814 2020 or contact on enquiries@blasermills.co.uk to discuss how Blaser Mills Law can work with you to secure a successful house sale.

Charges and Disbursements

  • Lan Registry Office Copy Entries

£6 + vat

  • Client Due Diligence (per person)

£30 + vat

  • E-Conveyancing Fee

£28.47 + vat

Landlord/Management Company replies to standard enquiries – TBS these fees are set by the respective Landlord/Management company, so it is difficult to give you a precise figure at this stage. However, you should budget for around £300 per pack we need to obtain.

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Land Registry fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.

*These fees vary from property to property and can on occasion be significantly more than the ranges given above. We can given you an accurate figure once we have spoken with you to discuss your exact requirements.

How long will my house sale take?

How long it will take from the offer being accepted until you can sell you house will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 8 – 10 weeks*

It can be quicker or slower, depending on the parties in the chain. For example, if a first-time buyer is purchasing your property with a mortgage in principle, if could take 8 weeks. However, if there is a long chain or there are difficulties in relation to the lease then this can take significantly longer, between 20 – 24 weeks. In such a situation additional charged could apply.

*The national timescales for achieving exchange of contracts have increased from around 8 – 10 weeks to around 12 – 20 weeks. Whilst we will assist in achieving completion as soon as practically possible, we can offer no guarantees in achieving completion during specified timescales. This is due to us having no control over external factors such as the seller, the sellers’ lawyers, management companies, lender or search providers. Furthermore, we are amidst a global pandemic that adds to the potential for delays and complications.

Stage of the process

The precise stages involved in the sale of a residential leasehold property vary according to the individual circumstances. However, below are some key stages:

  • Your instructions are taken, and we provide our initial advice to you.
  • Obtain deeds and a copy of the lease from you or the Land Registry.
  • Draft the contract and send this, together with the lease and other supporting documentation to the Buyers solicitors.
  • Write to the landlord/managing agents and send to them the LPE1 form.
  • If a fee is payable, obtain the money from you and pay the managing agent/landlord.
  • Send the leasehold pack to the Buyers solicitors.
  • Check with you that the plan is correct.
  • If there is a mortgage on the property, make contact with the mortgage company and obtain a redemption statement.
  • Refer any additional enquiries from the Buyers solicitors with you and answer the same with the Buyers solicitors.
  • Liaise with the landlord/managing agent regarding any licence requirements.
  • Send the approved contract to you for signing.
  • When all parties are ready, discuss exchange and completion dates with the Buyers solicitors.
  • Exchange contracts
  • Obtain final redemption statement from the mortgage company.
  • Obtain final figures with regards to apportionments from Landlord/managing agents.
  • Send completion statement showing relevant apportionments to the Buyers solicitors
  • Send the completion statement to you
  • Complete the matter and receive monies from the buyers’ solicitors
  • Pay mortgage company and estate agents if applicable.
  • Send deeds to the buyers’ solicitors.
  • Pay any service charge or ground rent arrears to the landlord.
  • Send confirmation to you as to formal completion.
  • If applicable, receive notification from the lender that the mortgage has been paid.
  • Write finally to the Buyers solicitors and obtain release from our undertaking.

Our fees assume that:

  • This is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including for example (but not limited to) a defect in the 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 the third parties providing documentation.
  • No indemnity policies are required. Additional disbursements may apply if indemnity policies are required.

Conveyancing Fees for Mortgages

Our fees cover all the work* required to complete a mortgage (separately to your purchase – any mortgage worked associated with your purchase is included in our fees) on your behalf, including dealing with the mortgage company and registering the charge with the Land Registry.

Our Legal Fees

No property is exactly the same, as our fees will reflect the particular requirements of your mortgage. For example, dealing with the mortgage of an unregistered leasehold flat may, because of added complexities, cost more than dealing with a well-established freehold property where we assisted in its purchase. Because of this, until we have the details of your intended transaction and the timescales involved, we are unable to five you a reliable estimate of the cost of us helping you. We can however give a range of costs.

Range of Costs

Our fees for a typical freehold mortgage range from around £1100 for a simple transaction to around £5,000 for a mortgage with separate lawyers acting for the lender involved on a tight timescale. These figures may however vary in cases with special complications. That is why we will always give you an individual cost estimate at the start of the transaction, taking into account the actual features of your mortgage including the timescales involved. We will always advise you immediately about any complication and discuss the potential impact on price before any additional charges are incurred.

Please call 0203 814 2020 or contact on enquiries@blasermills.co.uk to discuss how Blaser Mills Law can work with you to secure a successful house mortgage.

Charges & Disbursements

  • Land Registry Office Copy Entries

£6 + vat

  • Client Due Diligence (per person)

£30 + vat

  • Searches and advice

£300 + vat (but depending on your mortgage company we can sometimes forgo the searches in favour of indemnity insurance which starts at around £75)

  • Pre-Completion searches

£6 + vat (approximately)

  • E-Conveyancing Fees

£28.47 + vat

  • Land Registry – sliding scale depending on value £20 – £305 depending on the value of the property, and whether we can lodge the application via the Land Registry portal.

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as the Land Registry fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.

*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 spoken with you to discuss your exact requirements.

How long will the Mortgage take?

How long it will take from us being instructed until we complete your mortgage will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 6 – 8 weeks.

It can be quicker or slower, depending on numerous factors including whether the property is leasehold – where the transaction can take longer whilst we compile the leasehold information for the lender, or freehold whereby the transaction can be much quicker.

Stages of the Process

The precise stages involved in a mortgage vary according to the individual circumstances. However, below are some key stages:

  • Your instructions are taken and we provide our initial advice to you.
  • Obtain Office Copy Entries from the Land Registry and check the title to the property (also check lease where applicable)
  • Make contact with the mortgage company and receive the mortgage offer.
  • Check mortgage conditions and mortgage lender criteria.
  • If no searches are required by the lender then advise you on an indemnity policy.
  • Send report on mortgage to you.
  • Check with you for building insurance.
  • If the property is leasehold, contact the landlord/managing agent for information about the management of the building including ground rent receipts. Send out the mortgage deed for signing.
  • Set up completion date with you and the mortgage company.
  • Send the completion statement to you.
  • Send certificate of title to the lender.
  • Completion will take place.
  • Send you the funds and obtain indemnity policy where applicable.
  • Serve notice on the landlord/managing agent.
  • Register the charge with the Land Registry.

Conveyancing Fees for Re-Mortgages

Our fees cover all the work* required to complete a re-mortgage on your behalf, including dealing with the mortgage company and registering the charge with the Land Registry.

Our Legal Fees

No property is exactly the same as our fees will reflect the particular requirements of your re-mortgage. For example, dealing with the re-mortgage of an unregistered leasehold flat, may, because of this, until we have the details of your intended transaction and the timescales involved, we are unable to give you a reliable estimate of the cost of us helping you. We can, however, give you a range of costs.

Range of costs

Our fees for a typical freehold mortgage range from around £1,100 for a simple transaction to around £5,000 for a mortgage with separate lawyers acting for the lender involved on a tight timescale. These figures may however vary in cases with special complications. That is why we will always give you an individual cost estimate at the start of the transaction, taking into account the actual features of your mortgage including the timescales involved. We will always advise you immediately about any complication and discuss the potential impact on price before any additional charges are incurred.

Please call 0203 814 2020 or contact on enquiries@blasermills.co.uk to discuss how Blaser Mills Law can work with you to secure a successful house mortgage.

Charges and Disbursements.

  • Land Registry Office Copy Entries

£6 + vat

  • Client Due Diligence

£30 + vat (per person)

  • Search

£300 + vat (but depending on your mortgage company we can sometimes forego searches in favour of indemnity insurance which starts at around £75)

  • Pre-completion searches

£6 + vat approx.

  • E-conveyancing fee

£28.47 + vat

  • Land Registry – sliding scale depending on value

£20-£305, depending on the value of the property, and whether we can lodge the application via the Land Registry portal

*These fees vary from property to property and can on occasion be significantly more then the ranges given above. We can give you an accurate figure once we have spoken with you to discuss your exact requirements.

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as Land Registry fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.

How long will the Mortgage Take?

How long it will take from us being instructed until we complete on your mortgage will depend on a number of factors. The average process takes between 6 – 8 weeks.

It can be quicker or slower, depending on numerous factors including whether the property is leasehold where the transaction can take longer whilst we compile the leasehold information for the lender, or freehold whereby the transaction can be much quicker.

Stages of the process

The precise stages involved in a mortgage vary according to the individual circumstances. However, below are some key stages:

  • Your instructions are taken and we provide our initial advice to you.
  • Obtain Office Copy Entries from the Land Registry and check the title to the property (also check lease where applicable).
  • Obtain redemption statement for the current mortgage.
  • Make contact with the mortgage company and receive the mortgage offer.
  • Check mortgage conditions and mortgage lender criteria.
  • If no searched are required b the lender then advise you on an indemnity policy.
  • Send report on the mortgage to you.
  • Check with you for building insurance.
  • If the property is leasehold, contact the landlord/managing agent for information about the management of the building including ground rent receipts. Send out the mortgage deed for signing.
  • Set up completion date with you and the mortgage company.
  • Send the completion statement to you.
  • Send certificate of title to the lender.
  • Completion will take place.
  • Send you the funds to obtain indemnity policy where applicable.
  • Serve notice on the landlord/managing agent.
  • Register the charge with the Land Registry

Contact us

If you would like to discuss your matter with one of our team then either call us on 0203 814 2020 or contact us on enquiries@blasermills.co.uk

Date: 18th May 2023.