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Kellie Darke
    • Kellie Darke

    • Director (Licensed Conveyancer) & Head of Property
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Conveyancing - Are searches mandatory & what may they find ?

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If you are buying a home with the assistance of a mortgage searches are mandatory. Conversely cash buyers can proceed without them – but in our view it would be ill advised to do so – despite the temptation to expedite what can appear a...

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024

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When did the Act become law? The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act received Royal Assent on 24 th May 2024 with sections going “live” two months later and others to become effective in the next Parliamentary term....

The Pitfalls of On-Line Conveyancing

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You may have ran into the new buzz phrase in the conveyancing world known as “On-line Conveyancing”, a process where the legal tasks involved are handled purely over the phone or on-line. In an increasingly busy world, this may seem an...

5 Top tips for selling your home

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Buying a new home is exciting, however the reverse is often true when selling a property. It takes roughly 2-3 months to sell, so apply these tips to attract potential buyers. 1. First Impressions are Essential It is important to ensure that the front of...

How much does conveyancing cost?

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Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring ownership of a property from one party to another. It's an essential step in any property transaction, and many homeowners are keen to know how much it contributes to the cost of buying a house. ...

NEW - STAMP DUTY LAND TAX

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Temporary reduced rates until 31 st March 2021 . SCALE 1 RATES FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS OR IF YOU ARE SELLING YOUR PRIMARY HOME AND PURCHASING A DIRECT...