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Our qualified solicitors, assistants and support staff have the knowledge and experience to make sure your house sale or purchase proceeds as quickly and smoothly as possible
Residential property
Whilst we maintain the all important personal contact, we have developed dedicated computer support software and installed direct computer links to the Land Registry to make sure that everything possible is done to speed the job through.
We understand your need to budget for expenses. That is why we will discuss costs at any time and send you a written quotation when we start.
Whether you have found your ideal house or just started looking, you can rely on us for prompt and helpful advice.
Frequently asked questions
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What is Conveyancing? |
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The procedure for transferring ownership or certain rights in property from one person to another. |
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Do I need a Solicitor? |
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In theory, no. However, given the value and importance of property transactions, most people want the peace of mind of knowing that all the formalities have been properly dealt with. Banks and Building Societies may insist on a solicitor dealing with the mortgage. |
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What are searches? |
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Enquiries of the local authority, coal authority, land registry and other organisations to find out if there are any matters affecting the property which you should be aware of before buying it. |
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When is a deposit paid? |
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On exchange of contracts. In a related sale and purchase, the deposit from your buyer can usually be used for your purchase. |
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When do I get the keys? |
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On the completion date. This date is agreed when contracts are exchanged. |
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How long will it take? |
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It is impossible to be specific as no two transactions are alike. On average six to eight weeks, but it depends on how quickly finance is arranged and whether there is a chain of transactions. |
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What will it cost? |
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There is no set scale of fees. All solicitors are required to provide you with information as to what their fees will be (or how they will be calculated) at the beginning. In addition
to charges there are "disbursements" which may include stamp duty (a tax levied by the government) land registry fees and search fees. Also VAT will be payable on the charges. |
Ask for a written quote for your sale or purchase by contacting Eaton Smith. Mortgage and other financial advice is available from our in-house independent adviser.
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