PPenmansSolicitors

Fees & Pricing

Clear, fixed-fee pricing wherever we can.

We believe cost shouldn't be a mystery. The guides below cover our most common services. Every matter is quoted individually after a free, no-obligation initial call.

01

Residential Freehold Sale

Our fees for a residential freehold sale are based on the sale price of the property, plus associated costs. All fees exclude VAT and disbursements.

  • We require at least 10 working days between exchange and completion. If you have a shorter period, then there will be a charge.
  • Additional fees may be required for indemnity insurance policies if applicable.
Our feePrice (excl. VAT)
Sale price £0 – £499,999
£995 + VAT
Sale price £500,000 – £999,999
£1,200 + VAT
Sale price over £1,000,000
£1,500 + VAT

Typical disbursements

  • ID searchesapprox. £15 per person + VAT
  • Electronic money transferapprox. £50 + VAT
  • Land Registry feesapprox. £25 + VAT
02

Residential Freehold Purchase

Our fees for a residential freehold purchase are based on the purchase price of the property, plus associated costs. All fees exclude VAT and disbursements.

  • We require at least 10 working days between exchange and completion. If you have a shorter period, then there will be a charge.
Our feePrice (excl. VAT)
Purchase price £0 – £499,999
£995 + VAT
Purchase price £500,000 – £999,999
£1,200 + VAT
Purchase price over £1,000,000
£1,500 + VAT

Typical disbursements

  • Stamp Duty— Dependent on the purchase price of your propertyper HMRC calculator
  • Searches— Varies with the location of the propertyapprox. £300 + VAT
  • ID searchesapprox. £15 per person + VAT
  • Electronic money transferapprox. £50 + VAT
  • Land Registry feesdependent on purchase price
03

Leasehold Sale

Our leasehold sale fees are based on the sale price of the property, plus associated costs. All fees exclude VAT and disbursements.

  • In addition, there may be fees payable to the landlords or managing agents for any management fees falling due.
  • We require at least 10 working days between exchange and completion. If you have a shorter period, then there will be a charge.
  • Additional fees may be required for indemnity insurance policies if applicable.
Our feePrice (excl. VAT)
Estimate of our costs
£1,500 + VAT

Typical disbursements

  • ID searchesapprox. £15 per person
  • Electronic money transferapprox. £50
  • Land Registry feesdependent on purchase price
04

Leasehold Purchase

Our leasehold purchase fees are based on the purchase price of the property, plus associated costs. All fees exclude VAT and disbursements.

  • In addition, there may be fees payable to the landlords or managing agents for notifying them of the purchase (these fees will be dependent on the managing agent/landlord).
  • We require at least 10 working days between exchange and completion. If you have a shorter period, then there will be a charge.
Our feePrice (excl. VAT)
Estimate of our costs
£1,500 + VAT

Typical disbursements

  • Stamp Duty— Dependent on the purchase price of your propertyper HMRC calculator
  • Searches— Varies with the location of the propertyapprox. £300 + VAT
  • ID searchesapprox. £15 per person + VAT
  • Electronic money transferapprox. £50 + VAT
  • Land Registry feesdependent on purchase price
05

Mortgages & Re-Mortgages

Our fees cover all work required to act for the lender on both the mortgage and any redemption. All fees exclude VAT and disbursements.

Our feePrice (excl. VAT)
Estimate of our fees
£950 + VAT

Typical disbursements

  • Land Registry feedependent on amount borrowed
  • ID searchesapprox. £15 per person + VAT
  • Electronic money transfer feeapprox. £50 + VAT
  • Search fees (if required by lender)approx. £300 + VAT
06

Probate — Grant Application

Applying for a Grant of Probate / Letters of Administration. The cost is dependent on the individual circumstances including the assets in the estate, the value of the estate, the number of beneficiaries and whether there is any inheritance tax payable.

Our feePrice (excl. VAT)
Valid Will, no disputes, no IHT payable, no HMRC clearance certificate required
£1,250 + VAT
More complex cases
We will arrange an appointment to provide a tailored quote
contact us for an estimate

Typical disbursements

  • Probate application fee— Subject to variationapprox. £155
  • Land Registry fees for obtaining title copiesapprox. £6
07

Estate Administration

There is a separate charge for realising and distributing the assets. This depends upon the nature of those assets and the number of beneficiaries. All fees exclude VAT.

  • Key stages: taking instructions and obtaining the Will, Death Certificate and papers; obtaining details of assets and liabilities; preparing the HMRC account; preparing the oath and Legal Statement; lodging papers with the Probate Registry; reporting with the Grant of Representation; collecting assets and discharging liabilities; preparing estate accounts for your approval; distributing the estate.
Our feePrice (excl. VAT)
Typical estate (valid Will, one property, up to three bank/building society accounts, two or three beneficiaries, no shareholdings, property not sold or transferred)
approx. £550 + VAT
Value-based charge on the gross estate
Reflects the importance of the matter and the responsibility of the firm
1% of gross estate value
08

Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney & Related Services

Decades of expertise in Wills and Probate. We recommend seeking advice from a qualified law firm to ensure everything is dealt with in accordance with your wishes.

  • Please contact us for a tailored quote based on your circumstances.
Our feePrice (excl. VAT)
Advice on Wills
on request
Preparation of a Will
on request
Legal services for Trusts
on request
Inheritance Tax planning
on request
Lasting Power of Attorney — Financial Affairs
on request
Lasting Power of Attorney — Health & Welfare
on request

Important notes

What's included and what isn't

  • All fees quoted are exclusive of VAT (charged at 20%) unless stated otherwise.
  • Disbursements are costs payable to third parties (search fees, court fees, HM Land Registry fees, Stamp Duty etc.) that we pay on your behalf.
  • The figures above are indicative guides. Every matter is unique — we will issue a formal written quote once we understand your circumstances.
  • If the transaction becomes more complex than anticipated (e.g. defective title, additional trust work, unusual lease terms), we will always agree any additional charge with you before doing the work.

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