Residential Property Conveyancing
Specialist Property Solicitors in Buckinghamshire
At BWK Solicitors, we provide expert legal support across a full range of residential conveyancing services. Whether you are purchasing your first home, buying or selling a family home or selling an investment property, our experienced team delivers a calm, tailored, and professional service.
Buying or selling a property can be one of the most significant and stressful transactions of your life. Our goal is to manage the process smoothly and confidently from start to finish, keeping you informed at every stage and making the process as stress free as possible.
BWK Solicitors is accredited by the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) – a nationally recognised mark of excellence in residential conveyancing.
What We Do
We act on a wide range of freehold and leasehold property transactions, including:
Residential Property
- Buying and selling houses and flats
- High-value and investment property transactions
- New-build and off-plan purchases
- Shared ownership
- Help to buy redemptions
- Transfers of equity and remortgages
Our lawyer-led service means every client has a dedicated property solicitor, someone experienced, responsive, and easy to reach when you need them.
Transparent Fees, No Surprises
We offer clear, itemised quotes with no hidden fees, tailored to your specific transaction. Our conveyancing fees are competitive for the region, especially given our high standards of client service and legal care.
Fixed Fees for Residential Sales
| Property Purchase Price | Our Fee (plus VAT at 20%) |
|---|---|
| Up to £200,000 | £1,100 |
| Up to £300,000 | £1,200 |
| Up to £400,000 | £1,300 |
| Up to £500,000 | £1,500 |
| Up to £900,000 | £1,600 |
| Up to £1,000,000 | £1,700 |
| Up to £1,250,000 | £2,000 |
| Up to £1,500,000 | £2,100 |
| Up to £2,000,000 | £2,500 |
| Over £2,000,000 | By quotation |
Additional Fees & Disbursements (if applicable):
- Acting for your mortgage lender: £175 + VAT
- Management company involvement: £250 + VAT
- New-build property: £250 + VAT
- Client onboarding: £30 + VAT
- Bank transfer: £36
- Land Registry documents: £6–£12
We’ll also handle payment to your estate agent after completion and include this on your final statement.
Fixed Fees for Residential Purchases
| Property Purchase Price | Our Fee (plus VAT at 20%) |
|---|---|
| Up to £200,000 | £1,145 |
| Up to £300,000 | £1,250 |
| Up to £400,000 | £1,350 |
| Up to £500,000 | £1,450 |
| Up to £750,000 | £1,550 |
| Up to £900,000 | £1,650 |
| Up to £1,000,000 | £1,750 |
| Up to £1,250,000 | £2,050 |
| Up to £1,500,000 | £2,250 |
| Up to £2,000,000 | £2,750 |
| Over £2,000,000 | By quotation |
Additional Costs (where applicable):
- Acting for lender: £175 + VAT
- New build: £250 + VAT
- Help to Buy: £250 + VAT
- Shared ownership: £250 + VAT
- Management company involvement: £250 + VAT
- Company buyer: £150 + VAT
- Search fees: approx. £400 (varies by area)
- Bank transfer: £30 + VAT
- Land Registry search: approx. £15
- Client onboarding: £30 + VAT
- Land Registry registration fee: Based on value (e.g. £270 for £500K–£1m property)
- Stamp Duty Land Tax: this depends on the purchase price of your property
There is a calculator available on HMRC’s website. If your property is located in Wales, please use the Welsh Revenue Authority’s calculator.
We’ll provide a full, tailored quote before you proceed.
Leasehold Property Transactions
If you are buying or selling a leasehold property, we charge an additional £600 + VAT due to the work involved.
Common Leasehold Disbursements
| Type of Fee | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Landlord’s information pack (sale) | £150 – £250 + VAT |
| Notice of Transfer (purchase) | £50 – £200 |
| Notice of Charge (if mortgaged) | £50 – £200 |
| Deed of Covenant | £150 – £250 |
| Certificate of Compliance | £150 – £250 |
Exact amounts vary per property and will be confirmed after reviewing your lease.
NB Our fee assumes that:
- This is a standard transaction and that no unforeseen matters arise including for example (but not limited to) a defect in title which requires remedying prior to completion or the preparation of additional documents ancillary to the main transaction
- If leasehold this is the assignment of an existing lease and is not the grant of a new lease
- The transaction is concluded in a timely manner, and no unforeseen complications arise
- All parties to the transaction are cooperative and there is no unreasonable delay from third parties in providing documentation
- No indemnity policies
The Property Conveyancing Process
We offer downloadable, step-by-step guides for sales and purchases which can be accessed here, Sales Step by Step Guide, Purchase Step by Step Guide and we’re always happy to explain the process in plain English. Here’s a quick summary:
Selling a property
- You instruct us and return key documents
- We issue contracts and respond to enquiries
- We exchange contracts and agree on a completion date
- We complete the sale, redeem any mortgage, and transfer the proceeds to you
Buying a property
- We receive contract papers from the seller’s solicitor
- We conduct searches, review the title, and raise enquiries
- If you are taking out a mortgage to purchase, we will review the mortgage instructions and any additional lender requirements. We will act for your lender as well as for you
- You receive a full legal report and advice
- We exchange contracts and agree on a completion date
We complete your purchase, pay Stamp Duty and register ownership with HM Land Registry. Most transactions are completed in 8–12 weeks. Leaseholds and complex chains may take longer. We will keep you updated regularly throughout.
Most transactions are completed in 8–12 weeks. Leaseholds and complex chains may take longer. We will keep you updated regularly throughout.
Why Choose BWK Solicitors?
- Local and approachable
- Bespoke Service – every client receives tailored advice
- Seamless transactions
- Straightforward advice
- Proactive support from real people
- Personal relationship
- Strong track record of high-value and investment transactions
- Direct access to lawyers
- Clear, competitive pricing with no hidden extras
- Accredited by the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS)
Residential Conveyancing FAQs
Meet the Residential Conveyancing Team at BWK Solicitors
At BWK Solicitors, our Residential Conveyancing team combines legal expertise with a personalised, client-focused approach to guide you through some of the most important transactions of your life with clarity, care and confidence.
Leading the team is Eleanor King, FCILEx Chartered Legal Executive and Director.
