Buying or selling a property is one of the biggest financial decisions most people make, and with that comes a fair amount of paperwork, processes, and, inevitably, costs. Increasingly, homebuyers and sellers are choosing fixed price conveyancing services for the transparency, certainty, and peace of mind they offer.
At Johnson Astills, we offer a fixed price conveyancing service wherever possible. We work hard to ensure that our costs are highly competitive and offer our clients incredible value for money.
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What Is Fixed Price Conveyancing?
Fixed price conveyancing is a pricing structure in which the solicitor provides a set price for their legal work from the outset of the transaction. Unlike traditional hourly rates or open-ended estimates, a fixed price means that you know exactly what your conveyancing bill will be, provided that the transaction proceeds as expected and no exceptional issues arise.
Typically, a fixed fee conveyancing quote includes the following:
- The fee for handling all legal aspects of the sale or purchase
- The fee for reviewing or drafting contractual documentation
- The fee for conducting local authority, environmental, and other searches
- The fee for liaising with lenders, estate agents, the other party’s solicitor, and any other third parties
- The fee for managing the exchange of contracts and completion
- The fee for handling any post-completion matters
What Are The Benefits Of Fixed Price Conveyancing?
Cost Certainty
The biggest advantage is, of course, that clients gain the peace of mind of knowing their overall costs liability. Moving home is expensive enough, so most clients appreciate knowing their legal costs are fixed before the process even begins.
With fixed price conveyancing, there are no hourly rates, no hidden extras, and no surprises upon completion. For first-time buyers or those on tight budgets, this certainty can make a huge difference.
Transparency And Trust
Fixed price conveyancing requires law firms to clearly explain what is included in the price. This transparency helps build trust between solicitor and client from the outset. When everything is clearly laid out in black and white, clients feel more informed and in control of their transaction.
Efficiency In The Conveyancing Process
Fixed price conveyancing often goes hand in hand with streamlined processes, case-tracking systems, and designated conveyancing teams, all of which can help ensure that your transaction proceeds seamlessly and efficiently.
Does Fixed Price Conveyancing Mean ‘One Size Fits All’?
It is worth noting that fixed price conveyancing still allows for a personalised service. At Johnson Astills, fixed price does not mean that the work we do is standardised or limited. It simply means that the pricing is predictable.
Our conveyancing solicitors still offer tailored advice based on your circumstances, highlight any issues or risks inherent in the transaction, communicate regularly about progress and issues, and work hard to protect your interests throughout the transaction.
Fixed price conveyancing relates to pricing, not the level of expertise or care you can expect from our solicitors. We are proud to be members of the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme, a testament to our solicitors’ commitment to offering exceptional legal advice and support, and providing outstanding client care.
Is Fixed Price Conveyancing Always The Best Option?
For most clients, fixed price conveyancing is the ideal choice. However, there may be rare circumstances, such as highly complex transactions, where hourly billing is more appropriate. That said, the vast majority of residential sales and purchases fall well within the scope of fixed price conveyancing work.
Ultimately, the key is clarity: knowing what you will need to pay for the entire transaction from the outset and understanding how any additional costs will be handled if unexpected issues arise gives much-needed peace of mind.
Fixed price conveyancing offers homebuyers and sellers in the UK the reassurance of predictable costs, transparent pricing, and clear communication from the very start of the legal process. As property transactions continue to evolve and digital systems make conveyancing faster and more accessible, fixed price conveyancing has become the norm.
Whether you are a first-time buyer, an experienced homeowner, or a buy-to-let investor, choosing a law firm like ours that offers clear, fixed price conveyancing coupled with high-quality legal support can make the entire moving experience far smoother and more enjoyable. We are a local firm, but we actively embrace technology, so you can access our advice however you choose, be that in person, over the phone, or by video conference.
If you would like to learn more about how Johnson Astills can assist you with your home sale or purchase and how our fixed price conveyancing services work, please get in touch.
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