Legal Fees
Fees for conveyancing can be charged in different ways:
Shop around. Try to get at least three different quotations. Also ask about what’s included, and what services are available. Always make sure you get a cost breakdown. Above all make sure you compare like with like when looking for a solicitor.
Legal Fee Charges should include things like:
- Searches
- Bank Transfer
- Land Registry Fees
- Stamp Duty Costs
- Other Disbursements
Services Provided
How your legal adviser communicates with you is all important. Hopefully, you’ll get a feel for this when shopping around. But, you’ll need to think about:
- What method will they use to communicate with you
- Is it easy for you to contact them
- How will you be kept updated
When things go wrong
Things can go wrong when you’re buying and selling homes. Sadly, small things can be quite frustrating. Unfortunately, there’s always going to be setbacks, some will be minor and some might be major.
Setbacks can include:
- The Seller deciding not to proceed
- Unforthcoming solicitor
- Gazumping
- Valuation Problems
- Mortgage Difficulties
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