What is Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) and how much will I need to pay?

Hello there! Wow, you're in the middle of one of the biggest juggling acts of your life – selling your current home and buying a new one at the same time. It’s a thrilling, busy, and let's be honest, pretty stressful time. You are a true "mover," and the key to keeping this whole show on the road is having a brilliant solicitor to guide you. But what if you don't? What if your solicitor is the one thing causing all the sleepless nights? Perhaps they're not answering emails, your buyer is getting restless, and you're worried your seller might pull out. It's a nightmare scenario, making you feel stuck and powerless. So, let's get straight to the heart of the matter.

Hello there! Selling your home is a massive step, a truly exciting new beginning. You’ve got your buyer, you've (hopefully) found your next dream place, and you’re ready to get moving. But what happens when the one person meant to be handling all the legal bits, your solicitor, seems to be grinding the whole process to a halt? Are you facing radio silence? Are your buyer's solicitors saying they're still waiting for answers? It can be incredibly stressful, especially when you feel your buyer's patience might be wearing thin. This can leave you wondering, "Am I stuck with them?" Let's get right to the answer.

Hello there! You're on one of the biggest adventures of your life – buying a new home! It’s supposed to be exciting, a time filled with dreams of new beginnings. But what happens when the one person who is meant to be guiding you through the legal maze, your solicitor, just isn't making you feel confident? Maybe the communication has dried up, you're chasing them for updates, or you just have a nagging feeling that your purchase isn't a priority for them. It’s a horrible feeling, and it can add a huge amount of stress to an already high-stakes process. So, let's get right to the big question you're probably asking...

Hello! Are you dreaming of that brand-new home smell, a flawless finish, and being the very first person to live in your property? Buying a new build is an incredibly exciting prospect! Or perhaps you're on the other side, selling your current home to make that dream of a new build a reality? You've got the pressure of your buyer and the developer's timelines to think about. Whichever camp you're in, the legal side of things, known as conveyancing, is a little different for new builds. It's not more difficult, just... unique. This guide will walk you through the process in simple, everyday language, so you can feel confident and inspired on your journey.

Hello! What an incredibly exciting time for you, taking the steps to own the home you've been living in. The Government's Right to Buy scheme is a fantastic opportunity, and you're right to be thinking about the costs involved. It can feel like there's a lot of new information to take in, but don't you worry. We're here to break down the solicitor fees for you, so you can feel confident and prepared for this brilliant new chapter. Let's walk through it together.

Hello there! Whether you're excitedly buying your first home, selling your current one, moving up the ladder, or you're an estate agent or even a conveyancer, you'll know that the world of property has a language all of its own. It can sometimes feel like you're trying to decipher a secret code! But don't you worry. We're here to be your friendly translator and break down some of the most common and even the more technical conveyancing terms into simple, everyday language. So, grab a cuppa, and let's unravel this legal jargon together.