Additional Charges

In certain situations, further work may be required depending on the nature of your transaction. Where this applies, we will confirm the position with you in advance and provide a clear explanation of the work involved and the associated cost.

Examples include:

Additional work or service NET VAT GROSS
Declaration of Trust (also known as a Deed of Trust) £250.00 £50.00 £300.00
Dealing with unregistered/new build properties or properties with title defects £500.00 £100.00 £600.00
Estate Rent Charges/Service Charges to an Estate Owner/Management Company, etc £500.00 £100.00 £600.00
Leasehold property (if not known at estimate stage) or freehold properties with lease element (e.g. leasehold garages) £500.00 £100.00 £600.00
Sourcing and arranging bespoke indemnity insurance policy (excludes cost of the policy) (this is not buildings and contents insurance) £50.00 (per policy) £10.00 £60.00
Additional financial requirements (including Help to Buy ISA, Lifetime ISA, reviewing more than one mortgage offer, more than 4 sources of funds, gifts from third parties) £50.00 (per requirement) £10.00 £60.00
Licences to occupy prior to completion £275.00 £55.00 £330.00
Leased solar panels (PV cells) £275.00 £55.00 £330.00
Unforeseen complicating factors such as:

  • Unusual and complex titles
  • Shared ownership
  • Demanding or extensive enquiries
  • Time consuming negotiations
  • Drawing up or approving Statutory Declarations / Statements of Truth
  • Site inspections (if required)
  • Bridging loan, equity release loan, private guarantor

The estimate will be calculated at the fee earner’s hourly rate.

VAT is charged at the current rate of 20%.

We’re here for you every step of the way…

If you have any questions about the fees or the process, our friendly and knowledgeable Residential Property team is here to help you move forwards with confidence.

WARMINSTER

Senior Associate Conveyancing Executive

Lisa Butcher

MALMESBURY

Consultant Solicitor, Notary Public

Andrew Gill

MALMESBURY
Paul Silk

Associate Conveyancing Executive

Paul Silk

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