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Sale of a freehold residential property
All our conveyancers are experienced qualified solicitors who deal personally with your sale from start to finish.
Our Conveyancers fees cover all of the work* required to complete the sale of your property; including drafting the legal documentation and replying to enquiries.
Conveyancer's fees Legal fee
£0 -150K £795
£150- 300K £995
£300-400K £1,250
£400-500K £1,350
£500-750K £1,600
£750K - 1M £1,850
VAT payable at 20% of Legal fee
Disbursements
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as for Land Registry documents. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.
E-conveyancing fee £35.64 plus VATLand Registry title documents £6 per land registry titleJacklyn Dawson do not pay referral fees
* Our legal fee above 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 we are required to remedy prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transactionthe 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 documentationno indemnity policies are required - additional disbursements may apply if indemnity policies are required and you agree to, or are obliged to pay for such a policyThis is not a newly built property being sold by the developer/builder I (In these circumstances we charge an additional fee of £350 + VAT) How long will my house sale take?How long it will take from you accepting an offer until you sale completes 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. For example, if you are selling to a first time buyer with a mortgage in principle, it could take 6 weeks. However, if you are selling a leasehold property that requires an extension of the lease, this is likely to take significantly longer, between 3 and 6 months and possibly even longer. In such a situation additional charges would apply.
Stages of the processThe precise stages involved in the sale of a residential property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have listed some key stages:
Take your instructions and give you initial adviceProvide the Property Information form and Fixtures and Fittings form to you to be completed and assist you with completing the sameObtain Land Registry Title documents or your deeds if the house is not yet registered at the Land Registry Prepare contract documentsRespond to any necessary additional enquiries received from your buyer’s solicitorArrange for you to sign the Contract and Transfer documentObtain redemption figures for any applicable mortgages over the propertyAgree the completion date (date from which you will no longer own the property)Legally bind you to sell the property by exchanging contracts and notify you that this has happenedComplete saleRedeem MortgagesPay estate agentsAdvise you to cancel buildings insurance for the property Send net funds to you
Sale of a leasehold residential property
Our fees cover all of the work* required to complete the sale of your property; including drafting the legal documentation and replying to enquiries.
£0-150K £1,245
£150- 200K £1,445
£300-400K £1,700
£400K-500K £1,800
£500K - 750 £2,050
£750K - 1M £2,300
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as for Land Registry documentation. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process. There are certain disbursements which will depend upon the terms in the individual lease relating to the Property. The disbursements relating to leasehold matters which we anticipate will apply are set out separately 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 and details from your freeholders or management company
E-conveyancing fee £35.64 plus VATLand Registry title documents £15Jacklyn Dawson do not pay referral fees
Anticipated Disbursements relating to Leasehold matters**Freehold Management pack - This fee is payable to the Freeholder for providing the relevant information required to sell the property – often it is between £250-300.Management company pack - This fee is payable to the Management Company for providing the relevant information required to sell the property - often it is between £250-300.Deed of Covenant fee – this fee is payable to the Freeholder and/or Management Company if they require a Deed of covenant that is prepared by themselves –often it is between £100-£150.Licence to Assign fee – this fee is payable to the Freeholder and/or Management Company if the Lease requires a Licence from them to allow you to assign the lease to your buyer- often it is between £150-£250.
**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 charges will need to be paid for the whole period of your ownership of the property meaning we may need to arrange an apportionment of payment of either for the specific date of completion.
* 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 we are required to remedy prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transactionthis is the assignment of an existing lease and is not the grant of a new leasethe transaction is concluded in a timely manner and no unforeseen complication ariseall parties to the transaction are co-operative and there is no unreasonable delay from third parties such as the Landlord and/or Management Company providing documentationno indemnity policies are required. Additional disbursements may apply if indemnity policies are required and you agree to, or are obliged to pay for such a policyThis is not a newly built property being sold by the developer/builder (In these circumstances we charge an additional fee of £450 + VAT) How long will my house sale take?
How long it will take from you accepting an offer until completion 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 you sell to a first time buyer, with a mortgage in principle, it could take 8 weeks. However, if you are selling a leasehold property that requires an extension of the lease, this can take significantly longer, between 3 and 6 months and possibly even longer. In such a situation additional charges would apply.
Stages of the process
The precise stages involved in the sale of a residential leasehold property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have listed some key stages:
Take your instructions and give you initial adviceProvide the Property Information form, Leasehold Information form and Fixtures and Fittings form to you to be completed and assist you with completing the sameObtain Land Registry Title documents including the leasehold title, freehold title and LeasePrepare contract documentsObtain leasehold information (Management company and/or Freeholder pack) from the Management Company and/or Landlord and forward to your buyerResponding to any necessary additional enquiries received from your buyer’s solicitorObtain responses from the Management Company and/or Landlord to any additional enquiries raised by your buyers solicitorsArrange for you to sign the Contract and Transfer document along with any other Deeds of Licences requiredObtain redemption figures for any applicable mortgages over the propertyAgree the completion date (date from which you will no longer own the property)Legally bind you to sell the property by exchanging contracts and notify you that this has happenedObtain up to date ground rent and service charge figures and calculate an apportionment of the sameComplete saleRedeem MortgagesPay estate agentsAdvise you to cancel buildings insurance for the property unless insured on a landlords block policy Send net funds to you
Purchase of a freehold residential property
All our conveyancers are experienced qualified solicitors who deal personally with your purchase from start to finish.
Our Conveyancers 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 Land Transaction Tax (Land Tax) if the property you wish to buy is in Wales, or Stamp Duty Land Tax (Stamp Duty) if the property is in England.
£0 - 150K £795
£750K-1M £1,850
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. This list is not exhaustive and other disbursements may arise as the transaction progresses:
Search fees £216.20 in Newport £199.00 in Monmouth (prices will vary for other locations)HM Land Registry fee will generally be based on the price of the property in scale 1. To access these figures please click the following link https://www.gov.uk/guidance/hm-land-registry-registration-services-feesElectronic money transfer fee – Jacklyn Dawson do not charge these feesE-conveyancing fee £42.75 plus VATLand Registry search fee £3 per Land Registry titleLand Charges- Bankruptcy search fee - £2 per nameOther applicable reports and searches – for example Coal Mining Search, Brine search or Flooding report – costs vary per property but will be provided if we become aware that additional reports are neededJacklyn Dawson do not pay referral fees
*Our legal fee above 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 we are required to remedy prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transactionthe 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 documentationno indemnity policies are required - additional disbursements may apply if indemnity policies are required.This is not a newly built property purchased from the developer/builder (In these circumstances we charged an additional fee of £350 plus VAT)You do not require a help to buy mortgage or the proceeds of a help to buy ISA. Land Tax or Stamp Duty This depends on the purchase price of your property. You can calculate the amount you will need to pay by using by using the Welsh Revenue Authority's website here. or HMRC's website if the property is located in England.
How long will my house purchase take?How long it will take from your offer being accepted until you can move in to your new home 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. For example, if you are a first time buyer, purchasing a new build property with a mortgage in principle, it could take 4 weeks. However, if you are buying a leasehold property that requires an extension of the lease, this is likely to take significantly longer, between 3 and 6 months and possibly even longer. In such a situation additional charges would apply.
Stages of the processThe precise stages involved in the purchase of a residential property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have listed some key stages:
Take your instructions and give you initial adviceCheck finances are in place to fund the purchase and contact lender's solicitors if neededReceive and advise on contract documentsCarry out searchesObtain further planning documentation if requiredMake any necessary enquiries of seller's solicitorMeeting you to report face to face or provide you with a detailed report on the new home you are buying advising on the legal title as we as all documents and information receivedGo through the conditions of mortgage offer with youArrange for you to sign the contract or send it to you for signaturePrepare the legal Transfer of the PropertyDraft Land Transaction return or Stamp Duty Land Tax return on your behalfAgree the completion date (date from which you own the property and can collect the keys and move in)Advise you on joint ownershipLegally bind you to purchase the property by exchanging contracts and notify you that this has happenedRemind you to arrange buildings insurance for the house from exchange of contractsObtain and check pre-completion searches Arrange for all monies needed to be received from lender and youComplete the purchase and your new mortgage (if applicable)Submit Land Transaction return with payment if required or if the property is in England Submit Stamp Duty Land Tax return with payment if requiredSubmit application for registration at Land Registry and pay application feeReport to you on the completion of registration formalities
Purchase of a leasehold residential property
Our fees cover all 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 Land Transaction Tax (Land Tax) if the property is in Wales, or Stamp Duty Land Tax (Stamp Duty) if the property is in England.
Conveyancer's feesLegal fee
£150- 300K £1,445
£400-500K £1,800
£500-750K £2,050
£750K-1M £2,300
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. There are certain disbursements which will be set out in the individual lease relating to the Property. The disbursements relating to leasehold matters which we anticipate will apply are set out separately below. This list is not exhaustive and other disbursements may arise as the transaction progresses:
Search fees £216.20 in Newport £199.00 in Monmouth (prices will vary for other locations)HM Land Registry fee will generally be based on the price of the property in scale 1. To access these figures please click the following link https://www.gov.uk/guidance/hm-land-registry-registration-services-feesElectronic money transfer fee – Jacklyn Dawson do not charge these feesE-conveyancing fee £42.75 plus VATLand Registry search fee £3 per Land registry titleLand Charges- Bankruptcy search fee - £2 per nameOther applicable reports and searches – for example coal mining search, brine search or flooding report – costs vary per property but will be provided if we become aware that additional reports are needed
Jacklyn Dawson do not pay referral feesAnticipated Disbursements relating to leasehold matters**Notice of Transfer fee – If this fee if chargeable it is set out in the lease but the price maybe determined by the Management Company and/or Landlord - often the fee is between £50-£150. Notice of Charge fee (if the property is to be mortgaged) – If this fee if chargeable it is set out in the lease but the price maybe determined by the Management company and/or Landlord -often the fee is between £50-£150. Deed of Covenant fee – If this fee if chargeable it is set out in the lease but the price maybe determined by the Management company and/or Landlord - often it is between £150- £250. Certificate of Compliance fee - If this fee if chargeable it is set out in the lease but the price maybe determined by the Management Company and/or Landlord – often it is between £50–£250. **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.
this is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including for example (but not limited to) a defect in title which we are required to remedy prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transactionthis is the assignment of an existing lease and is not the grant of a new leasethe transaction is concluded in a timely manner and no unforeseen complication ariseall parties to the transaction are co-operative and there is no unreasonable delay from third parties providing documentationno indemnity policies are required. Additional disbursements may apply if indemnity policies are required.This is not a newly built property purchased from the developer/builder (In these circumstances we charge an additional fee of £450 + VAT)You do not require a help to buy mortgage or the proceeds of a help to buy ISA Land Tax or Stamp Duty This depends on the purchase price of your property. You can calculate the amount you will need to pay by using by using the Welsh Revenue Authority's website here. or HMRC's website if the property is located in England.
How long will my house purchase take?How long it will take from your offer being accepted until you can move in to 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 you are a first time buyer, purchasing a new build property with a 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 3 and 6 months and possibly even longer. In such a situation additional charges would apply.
Stages of the processThe precise stages involved in the purchase of a residential leasehold property vary according to the circumstances. However, below we have listed some key stages:
Take your instructions and give you initial adviceCheck finances are in place to fund the purchase and contact lender's solicitors if neededReceive and advise on contract documentsCarry out searchesObtain further planning documentation and the Landlords consent for any alterations if requiredMake any necessary enquiries of seller's solicitor including obtaining replies to leasehold information from the Management Company and/or LandlordMeeting you to report face to face or provide you with a detailed report on the home you are buying advising on the legal title as we as all documents and information receivedGo through the conditions of mortgage offer with youArrange for you to sign the contract or send it to you for signaturePrepare the legal Transfer of the PropertyDraft Land Transaction return or Stamp Duty Land Tax return on your behalfAgree the completion date (date from which you own the property and can collect the keys and move in)Advise you on joint ownershipLegally bind you to purchase he property by exchanging contracts and notify you that this has happenedRemind you to arrange buildings insurance for the house from exchange of contractsObtain and check pre-completion searches Arrange for all monies needed to be received from lender and youComplete the purchase and your new mortgage (if applicable)Deal with applicable notices, fees and documentation required by the Landlord/Management CompanySubmit Land Transaction return with payment if required or if the property is in England Submit Stamp Duty Land Tax return with payment if requiredSubmit application for registration at Land Registry and pay application fee Report to you on the completion of registration formalities
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