If you are thinking of buying a new build home, then our New Homes Team is here to help.
Purchasing a new home is an exciting milestone, but the process can feel daunting at times. Our specialist New Homes Team is here to guide you every step of the way — from reservation to exchange, and beyond. With a dedicated conveyancer assigned to you from start to finish, Slee Blackwell Solicitors provide clear legal advice and support throughout your journey.
Straightforward pricing with no hidden surprises
We know how important it is to have complete clarity over legal fees. That’s why we’re upfront about costs from the start.
Once you reserve your property, we’ll provide you with a tailored quote so you know exactly what to expect.
We do not charge additional fees for postage and photocopying. Our fees are fixed and cover all emails, telephone calls, and letters.
To give you an idea of what those fees are likely to be here are some examples based on a typical new build purchase.
Indicative fees when buying a new build home
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Below £500K |
£500K – £1m |
| Conveyancing Fees |
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Slee Blackwell’s Fees (+ VAT) |
£850.00 |
£975.00 |
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Bank Transfer Fee (+ VAT) |
£30.00 |
£30.00 |
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Stamp Duty Return Filing Fee (+ VAT) |
£50.00 |
£50.00 |
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Electronic Storage Fee ( + VAT) |
£10.00 |
£10.00 |
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Searches Contribution |
£35.00 |
£35.00 |
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VAT where applicable |
£188.00 |
£213.00 |
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Total |
£1,163.00 |
£1,313.00 |
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Below £500K |
£500K – £1m |
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Third Party Charges |
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ID Verification & Money Laundering Checks (per buyer/gift donor) |
£20.00 |
£20.00 |
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HM Land Registry search fees |
£7.00 |
£7.00 |
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Bankruptcy search (per person) |
£6.00 |
£6.00 |
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Land Registry fee (based on purchase price) |
£330.00 |
£655.00 |
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Total |
£363.00 |
£688.00 |
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| Potential Additional Charges | Fee (plus VAT) |
| Acting for Lender | £50.00 |
| Help to Buy ISA/Lifetime ISA (per person) | £50.00 |
| Declaration of Trust | £50.00 |
| Docusign Fee | £10.00 |
| Checking ID and Source of Funds from Overseas | £250.00 |
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)
We will calculate your Stamp Duty Land Tax as part of your tailored quote, as the amount payable depends on your personal circumstances — for example, whether you’re a first-time buyer or you own other property.
If you’d like to calculate the level of SDLT you’ll be required to pay in advance, we recommend using the Government’s online SDLT calculator.
Fees for selling a property
We can also deal with the sale of your existing property. Here is an indication of our standard fees for dealing with a sale. Again, we will provide you with a tailored quote to suit your personal circumstances.
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Freehold |
Leasehold |
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Fees |
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Slee Blackwell’s Fees (+ VAT) |
£1100.00 |
£1250.00 |
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Bank transfer Fee to redeem mortgage (per lender) (+ VAT) |
£30.00 |
£30.00 |
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Electronic Storage Fee ( + VAT) |
£10.00 |
£10.00 |
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VAT where applicable |
£228.00 |
£258.00 |
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Total |
£1.368.00 |
£1,548.00 |
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Third Party Charges |
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Land Registry Fee for Title Documents (per document) |
£7 (at least 2 documents are required for a freehold sale) |
£7 (at least 5 documents are required for a leasehold sale) |
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Sales and purchases above £1m
If you are purchasing or selling a property for over £1m, then please let us know and we will provide you with a bespoke quote for your transaction.
Contact us for further information
If you are thinking of buying a new build home in Devon and would like to have a chat with a member of our friendly team then give us a call on 0333 888 0404 or email [email protected]
