Conveyancing, Property, House SaleS, Land PurchaseS

Why use Milwyn Jenkins & Jenkins?

You will benefit from our membership of the Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) which is only issued to certain law firms accredited by the Law Society. To gain CQS status, we underwent a rigorous assessment by the Law Society. The CQS standard is awarded in recognition of excellent standards in residential conveyancing. For what is the most expensive purchase of anyone's lifetime, it is vital that you are able rely on a quality service, high standards in conveyancing including: the integrity of all our conveyancing staff at Milwyn Jenkins & Jenkins, adherence to good practice management standards as well as prudent and efficient procedures through the scheme protocol.

Unlike a licensed conveyancer or a ‘factory’ firm, Milwyn Jenkin & Jenkins do not use unqualified and inexperienced staff. Our lawyers have a combined experience of over 90 years in this field. Click here for a quotation with no hidden fees. We firmly believe that people have the freedom to choose who acts for them rather than being dictated to by a lender or mortgage broker.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF USING MILWYN JENKINS & JENKINS?

• A Law Society accredited residential conveyancing service (CQS)
• Meetings - where and when - at your convenience
• Fixed-fees charged for a wide range of conveyancing services
• Specialist experience in Conveyancing
• A high quality, efficient, open and friendly service

What is Conveyancing?

Conveyancing basically means the transfer of title to property – e.g. when you sell or buy your home (whether that be a freehold or leasehold title). This may or may not involve a mortgage. It could be by way of gift. Our lawyers at Milwyn Jenkins & Jenkins use a tried and tested set of procedures and forms to make this process as stress-free as possible for you, fully recognising that this will be one of the most important decisions you will ever make.

Buying by auction is quite different from a normal conveyancing transaction for the buyer and seller. For example, there is no “cooling off” period with an auction. As soon as the hammer falls on you bid, there is a commitment to buy, no matter what problems may later be found with the property. We can provide expert pre-auction advice to avoid such risks.

The work will consist of the following:

(a) investigating the title to the property, to include:

(i) carrying out searches with respect to title and local government information for the property;

(ii) reviewing replies given by the seller to pre-contract enquiries, search results and title to the property;

(b) confirming the terms of the purchase contract;

(c) drafting a transfer deed;

(d) advising you in respect of your mortgage offer;

(e) preparing a report for you;

(f) exchanging contracts and then completion of the purchase;

(g) calculating stamp duty land tax (SDLT) on the purchase and preparing and submitting to HM Revenue & Customs the appropriate SDLT forms;

(h) and transferring funds by telegraphic transfer to the seller’s solicitors; and

(i) registering the purchase (and any associated mortgage) at the Land Registry.

What do I need to do next?

Please make an enquiry to us as soon as possible so that we can provide you with a quotation of our costs.

If you are a seller, you will need an Energy Performance Certificate before you market your property. Milwyn Jenkins & Jenkins can assist you in obtaining one. Please contact us for further help and click here to download our Seller’s Information Sheet. If you are buying, click here to download our Buyer’s Information Sheet.

How long does it take?

Milwyn Jenkins & Jenkins aim to meet your timescale whenever possible whilst at the same time recognising that there are other parties to the transaction. Your interests will be our priority. Transactions can varibly take between 4 to 12 weeks to complete. Exchange of Contracts will usually be approximately 2 weeks before completion

What will it cost?

We will give you a quotation at the outset with no hidden charges and ‘extras’ because we know that consumers feel let down when faced with an unexpected expense.

Please see the Fixed costs as set out on our Home Page. The disbursements will vary on each transaction, however, in a sale, there will be Land Registry fees of approximately £11.00 and a bank Transfer fee of £36 (inclusive of VAT @20%). In a normal purchase the following fees apply:-

• Usual Searches £170 (Inc VAT @ 20%)
• Land Registration fees (these depend on the value of the property concernd)
• Stamp Duty Land Tax or Land Transaction Tax (the amount depends on the value of the property concerned).
• Land Registry searches (approximately £10.00)
• Banks Transfer fee (Including VAT @ 20%)
  

WHO DO I CONTACT?

All our lawyers will be able to assist you in this matter