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At PJE Solicitors, based in Pontypridd, we are committed to providing clear, competitive, and high-quality conveyancing services for all your property transactions. Our experienced team is here to guide you through the process, ensuring you understand each step and feel supported throughout. We offer transparent fees tailored to your specific needs, with no hidden costs, allowing you to budget confidently. Whether you are buying, selling, or remortgaging, our goal is to make the conveyancing process as smooth and stress-free as possible. Contact PJE Solicitors today to discuss your conveyancing requirements and receive a personalized quote.
Sale Legal Fees
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PROPERTY BAND LEGAL FEE VAT TOTAL
£0 – 100,000 495.00 99.00 594.00
£100,001 – 200,000 525.00 105.00 630.00
£200,001 – 300,000 550.00 110.00 660.00
£300,001 – 400,000 600.00 120.00 720.00
£400,001 – 500,000 650.00 130.00 780.00
£500,001 – 750,000 800.00 160.00 960.00
750,001 – 2,000,000 Please contact our offices for a bespoke quote as this will be based on our hourly rate
Our hourly rates
Partner 260.00 + VAT (52.00) per hour (312.00)
Associate 240.00 + VAT (48.00) per hour (288.00)
Solicitor 4+ years PQE 230.00 + VAT (46.00) per hour (276.00)
Solicitor less than 4 years PQE 210.00 + VAT (42.00) per hour (252.00)
Trainee 195.00 + VAT (39.00) per hour (234.00)
Legal Executive / Paralegal 150.00 + VAT (30.00) per hour (180.00)
We are unable to carry out conveyancing work for a sale property valued at over £2,000,000.00
SALE ADDITIONAL FEES
PROFESSIONAL CHARGES FEE VAT TOTAL
Telegraphic Transfer Fee (per 25.00 5.00 30.00
transaction)
AML (per person) 30.00 6.00 36.00
Leasehold Fee 100.00 20.00 120.00
DISBURSEMENTS FEE VAT TOTAL
Office Copies 6.00 - 6.00
Copy Lease 3.00 - 3.00
PURCHASE LEGAL FEES
PROPERTY BAND LEGAL FEE VAT TOTAL
£0 – 100,000 495.00 99.00 594.00
£100,001 – 200,000 595.00 119.00 714.00
£200,001 – 300,000 625.00 125.00 750.00
£300,001 – 400,000 665.00 133.00 798.00
£400,001 – 500,000 725.00 145.00 870.00
£500,001 – 750,000 850.00 170.00 1,020.00
750,001 – 2,000,000 Please contact our offices for a bespoke quote as this will be based on our hourly rate
Our hourly rates
Partner 260.00 + VAT (52.00) per hour (312.00)
Associate 240.00 + VAT (48.00) per hour (288.00)
Solicitor 4+ years PQE 230.00 + VAT (46.00) per hour (276.00)
Solicitor less than 4 years PQE 210.00 + VAT (42.00) per hour (252.00)
Trainee 195.00 + VAT (39.00) per hour (234.00)
Legal Executive / Paralegal 150.00 + VAT (30.00) per hour (180.00)
We are unable to carry out conveyancing work for a sale property valued at over £2,000,000.00
PURCHASE ADDITIONAL FEES
PROFESSIONAL CHARGES FEE VAT TOTAL
Telegraphic Transfer Fee (per 25.00 5.00 30.00
transaction)
Leasehold Fee 100.00 20.00 120.00
AML (per person) 30.00 6.00 36.00
Source of Funds check (per person) 20.00 4.00 24.00
DISBURSEMENTS FEE VAT TOTAL
Bankruptcy Search (per person) 2.00 - 2.00
Land Registry pre-completion search 3.00 - 3.00
Search pack (Wales) 215.39 - 215.39
Coal Search 58.55 - 58.55
Lender Handbook search 8.83 - 8.83
*Land Registry Fee – Depends on whether the property is registered or unregistered and varies between £20 - £500
REMORTGAGE LEGAL FEES
PROPERTY BAND LEGAL FEE VAT TOTAL
£0 – 2,000,000 250.00 50.00 300.00
We are unable to carry out conveyancing work for a re-mortgage property valued at over £2,000,000.00
PROFESSIONAL CHARGES FEE VAT TOTAL
Telegraphic Transfer Fee (per 25.00 5.00 30.00
transaction)
AML (per person) 30.00 6.00 36.00
DISBURSEMENTS FEE VAT TOTAL
Office Copies and title plan 6.00 - 6.00
Bankruptcy Search (per person) 2.00 - 2.00
Land Registry pre-completion search 3.00 - 3.00
*Land Registry Fee – Depends on whether the property is registered or unregistered and varies between £20 - £500
*PQE - Post Qualification Experience
Conveyancing
Fees
Our standard legal fees, as noted here, cover the work required to complete the sale or purchase of the property, including registering the property at the Land Registry and making any payment of Land Transaction Tax (LTT) in Wales or Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) in England.
Our standard fees are provided on the basis that this is a straightforward transaction with no unforeseen matters.
If there are any matters to resolve that were not originally anticipated when the quote was provided then we reserve the right to increase our fees but will advise you of any increase that may be necessary.
Disbursements
Disbursements are costs related to the conveyancing process that are payable to third parties, such as Land Registry fees, searches, management company fees etc.
If the property is leasehold then there will be disbursements payable that we are not aware of when a quote is provided. In the sale of the property this may include obtaining a management pack. In the purchase of the property this may include notice of transfer fee, notice of charge fee, deed of covenant fees and certificate of compliance fees. The costs of these will vary depending on the requirements of the landlord and any management company. When we become aware of these fees as the transaction progresses then we will advise you. In a leasehold purchase ground rent and service charges will usually apply from the date of purchase.
Our search pack will contain a Local Authority Search, a Water and Drainage Search and an environmental search. We will also obtain a Coal Authority Search where appropriate. If any other searches are required which only become apparent as the purchase proceeds, for example a further flood report, then we will advise you with regards to this as the matter progresses.
There may also be other fees payable to third parties such as:
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Estate Agents fees on a sale property
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Lawyer Checker fee to confirm the identity of another Solicitor firm
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Mortgage adviser fee
Land Transaction Tax or Stamp Duty Land Tax
This will depend on the purchase price of your property. The amount payable will also depend on whether you own any other property anywhere else in the world as second home owners are subject to a higher rate of tax. You can calculate the amount you will need to pay by using the Welsh Revenue Authority website for properties in Wales Welsh Revenue Authority | GOV.WALES or HMRC’s website for properties in England. Please note we do not provide any taxation advice and if there are any queries with regards to tax matters then you must seek independent advice from an accountant.
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Purchase Guide
Step 1
We receive the information from the Estate Agents that the property has been sold. The Sellers Solicitors provide us with the Contract documents including the title to the property and the Property Information Form and Fittings and Contents Form. We raise our initial enquiries and apply for searches. We will also receive your mortgage offer.
Step 2
Once the searches have been received and all enquiries answered by the Sellers Solicitors we will obtain your signature to the contract documents. We will then agree a completion date between you and the Sellers and request your mortgage funds. We will also ask you to supply us with any deposit monies that are due.
Step 3
Exchange of contracts takes place which means you are legally committed to proceeding with the purchase. You must insure the property from the exchange date. Completion will then take place on the completion date where we will send the balance of the monies to the Sellers Solicitors. You can then collect the keys from the Estate Agents.
Step 4
We will pay any Land Transaction Tax due and register the property with the Land Registry. Once we have the Office Copies confirming your ownership of the property we will send a copy to you and your mortgage company.
How long will the process take?
It typically takes between six and twelve weeks to complete the purchase of a property between Step 1 and Step 3. This is only a rough estimate as the process will be dependent on a number of factors including the length of the chain, the receipt of your mortgage offer and how long your searches take. Purchases of leasehold properties typically take longer than freehold properties due to the need to obtain information from the freeholder and/or management companies.
Sale Guide
Step 1
We receive the information from the Estate Agents that the property has been sold. We ask you to complete the Property Information Form and Fittings and Contents Form and provide us with details of any mortgage on the property. We will send the Contract documentation to the Buyers Solicitors.
Step 2
When the Buyers Solicitors raise queries with us we will ask you to answer them. We will confirm how much is outstanding on any mortgage on the property. Once the Buyers Solicitors are satisfied with all the answers provided we will then agree a completion date between you and the Buyers.
Step 3
Exchange of contracts takes place which means you are legally committed to proceeding with the sale. Completion will then take place on the completion date where we will pay off any outstanding mortgages and the Estate Agents fees and send the balance of the monies to you. The keys must be taken to the Estate Agents.
How long will the process take?
It typically takes between six and twelve weeks to complete the sale of a property between Step 1 and Step 3. This is only a rough estimate as the process will be dependent on a number of factors including the length of the chain, the buyer being in receipt of their mortgage offer and how long their searches take. Sales of leasehold properties typically take longer than freehold properties due to the need to obtain information from the freeholder and/or management companies.
Re-mortgage Guide
When we receive your mortgage offer we will report to you on it. We will also obtain office copies and a redemption figure from your current mortgage provider. We will check each Lender’s requirements as they differ between lenders, for example if any searches are required. We will obtain your signature to the mortgage deed and draw down the mortgage funds. We will redeem your old mortgage and register your new mortgage with the Land Registry.
How long will the process take?
A typical re-mortgage takes between 3 and 6 weeks. The exact timescale will depend on such matters as receipt of the mortgage offer, confirmation of the amount outstanding on the current mortgage, the individual lender requirements and whether the property is freehold or leasehold amongst other matters.
We are a member of the Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS)
Details of lawyers who may work on the matter
Name Role Qualifications Year qualified
Phillip John Evans Head of Conveyancing BA, Solicitor, Senior Partner 1985
Sophie Alexa Kerr Partner LLB, Solicitor, Partner 2006
Jonathan Mogford Solicitor LLB, Solicitor 2012
Lisa McCole Legal Assistant
Louise Vatougios Legal Assistant
Supervisors
Name Qualifications Year Qualified
Phillip John Evans BA, Solicitor 1985
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