Property and Conveyancing Solicitors

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• Buying and selling residential property

  Our specialist property lawyers can support and advise you through your sale or purchase from start to finish.

  We specialise in complex estates and multiple dwelling developments, however, whether you’re getting a first foot on the ladder, in a complex chain, or downsizing, our expertise will help you to get the best outcome.

  Properties worth £1million or over

  To provide you with a bespoke quote tailored to your needs we recommend you book a no obligation online appointment with one of our team.

  By discussing the transaction with you at the outset, we are confident that our fixed fee quote takes into account all relevant work, thus reducing the possibility of any additional charges.

  As a guide, our charges would start in the region of £2500 plus VAT.

  Properties under £1million
  

  For a quick and easy way to start your conveyancing journey, get a conveyancing quote online today or get in touch using the contact form to the right of the page or by calling 01622 690691.

  If you are a first time buyer and want to know more information about the conveyancing process, take a look at our simple animation below, or download our conveyancing process flowchart for more detail about the steps involved in buying and selling property.

   

   
  

  

  
   

• Mortgages and remortgaging

  We are on the panels of the majority of UK mortgage lenders and have extensive experience in dealing with lenders on a wide range of sales and purchases.

  Lenders can have specific and sometimes complex requirements. We will work closely with them and with you to make sure these conditions are met and the transaction goes smoothly.

  We also offer a competitive remortgage service and carry out more complex mortgage-related work, for example where transfers of equity are involved.

  Properties under £1million

  Get a remortgage quote online today or get in touch using the contact form to the right of the page or by calling 01622 690691.

  Properties worth £1million or over

  To provide you with a bespoke quote tailored to your needs we recommend you book a no obligation online appointment with one of our team.

• Joint ownership

  If you’re buying a property with someone else, we can advise you on the right form of joint ownership for your situation.

  Find out more about the differences between joint tenants and tenants in common.

• Equity release

  If you’re over 55 and want to release money from your home without having to move out, equity release could be the solution.

  Find out more about equity release and how we can help.

• Transfer of equity

  Transfer of equity is the legal process to add or remove an owner of a property, where at least one of the original owners will remain. For example, it can be used where a co-owner is buying out another co-owner’s share, or when a new spouse or civil partner is added to a title.

  Our skilled lawyers can manage the process and give you clear, impartial advice on your options and any possible tax implications.

  We understand that sometimes transfers of equity take place in difficult circumstances, such as divorce or separation, and we’re experienced in handling these matters with sensitivity.

  Find out more about how transfer of equity works and get a quick and easy quote online.

• Buy-to-let properties and Multiple Dwellings Relief (MDR)

  Whether you’re entering the buy-to-let market for the first time, or an experienced landlord, we can help you buy, sell and manage your properties.

  This includes:

  • conveyancing for new properties or when selling part of your portfolio
  • advice on meeting your mortgage lender’s requirements for buy-to-let properties
  • obtaining the EPCs and Gas Safety certificates required for rental properties
  • advising on tenancies and letting agreements, particularly where more tailored clauses are needed or you’ve encountered problems and disputes.

  In the most recent budget, Jeremy Hunt announced that Multiple Dwelling Relief (MDR) for SDLT (Stamp Duty) will be abolished from 1 June 2024.

  MDR is a relief that a purchaser can claim when acquiring one or more dwelling in a single transaction or linked transactions. MDR is a relief for bulk purchases which allows a purchaser to calculate the SDLT based on the average value of the dwelling being purchased rather than the aggregate value, thus resulting in a reduction in the total amount of tax due (subject to meeting certain criteria).

  The relief was first introduced in 2011 to boost investment in residential properties. However, HMRC carried out an evaluation which indicated that there was no strong evidence to support this and so the Government has decided to scrap it from 1 June 2024. There has also been a suggestion that the tax relief was abused and it’s certainly true that there has been  a rise in cases involving MDR going to the tax tribunal.

  What if I’ve already exchanged contracts?

  If you exchanged contracts on or before 6 March 2024, you can continue to benefit from the relief, even if the completion date is after 1 June 2024.

  What if I have not exchanged contracts?

  Provided you exchange and complete prior to 1 June 2024, you still have the opportunity to benefit from MDR if the purchase meets the necessary criteria. However, don’t forget the 1 June is a Saturday, so the last date for completion with the benefit of MDR is 31 May 2024 .

  Find out more about our legal support for landlords and property portfolio holders.

• Plot sales and residential developments

  We have extensive experience advising residential developers on plot sales and helping you to achieve a swift return on your investment.

  Our cross-departmental team works closely with you every step of the way from buying the site, through the planning and development processes, to the final stages of the plot sale.

  We support clients with issues such as:

  • setting up the site, including any management company issues
  • dealing with the granting of rights to utility providers
  • negotiating the release of any security on the land on completion of each plot
  • conveyancing for freehold or leasehold plots, whether completed units or off plan.

  Find out more about our legal services for property developers.

• Leasehold properties

  Whether you’re the landlord or tenant of a leasehold property, we can help you cut through the complexities of leasehold law.

  Find out more about how we can support you with lease extensions.

  We can also act on sales and purchases of leasehold properties.

  Restrictions on our ability to act in regard to leasehold flats

  We regret that we are currently unable to act on sales or purchases of leasehold flats in blocks which exceed 5 storeys or 11 metres in height.

  This is due to new complexities in regulations and mortgage lender requirements, brought about by introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 and Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 following the Grenfell disaster. We are awaiting further guidance and clarification from the government and mortgage lenders as to how we can proceed with leasehold property transactions in such as way that complies with these additional complexities. Until that point, we are unable to act on matters involving properties as described above.

  The Building Safety Act 2022 and Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 may have implications for you if are looking to buy a leasehold flat or if you own a leasehold flat and are looking to sell, remortgage or transfer equity. For more information or to discuss your individual circumstances, please call our team and we will be happy to help.