Is it just the estate agents fees (I have been quoted 1.65% by Halifax to sell my house valued at £150,000), or does the seller have other fees like do I have to get a solicitor or anything else to sell? (Ignore the HIPS fees).
Thanks
2007-08-29 20:59:15 · 4 answers · asked by Concho 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
The estate agent's fee is usually the big ticket item. There may be taxes or documentary fees to pay, depending on the jurisdiction. Proration of taxes and insurance may result in a charge or a credit.
2007-08-29 21:03:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If houses sell well in your area and you are not in any particular hurry to sell, why not advertise it yourself? If you do a private sale no HIPS are required! As for a solicitor, this is really essential and I would shop around for the best deal. I am currently paying around £450 on a £135,000 house.
Please note
You only pay Stamp Duty will buying NOT when selling.
2007-08-30 04:12:19 · answer #2 · answered by James Mack 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1.5% + vat is more like the price you should be paying.
Which would work out to be £2643.75
Your solicitor should charge around £1500 to sell and buy for you, that is including all search fees.
You will have to pay stamp duty at 1% - £1500.00 to buy your new house.
You will need to pay £300.00 for the mortgage valuation on your new house.
If you are just selling - you will need a solicitor who will charge around £500.00
also £30 needs to be paid to transfer the money electronically.
2007-08-30 14:37:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Estate agency - anything from 1% - 3%
Stamp duty
Solicitors charges - allow around £1500.00
Removal charges
Mortgage company charges
2007-08-30 04:03:53 · answer #4 · answered by Sal*UK 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋