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New build conveyancing

Getting the right conveyancing advice when buying a new build property requires a high level of specialist knowledge which is where Home Legal Direct can help. We offer specialist conveyancing solutions to meet these requirements and give our customers access to the right conveyancer who will provide you with the

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What is the Welcome Pack in the conveyancing process?

The Welcome Pack is an important collection of documents sent by the conveyancer to the seller and/or buyer at the start of the conveyancing process. The usual timescale for the client to receive the Welcome Pack is within a week of instruction to the conveyancer.   How quickly do I need

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Property Market News

What does the new stamp duty cut mean for home buyers?

With the arrival of the new stamp duty rules as announced in the recent mini budget on Friday 23rd September, we provide a quick glance summary of the changes and what the stamp duty rules could mean for you.   What is stamp duty? Stamp duty is a tax payable on

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Weighing up the pros and cons of buying a new build home

Buying a new build home can be a great option, from first time buyers wanting to get on the property ladder, to those looking for a larger family home or those looking to downsize.   Weighing up the options is important, so here we take you through the pros and cons

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How to remortgage

Remortgaging is one way to reduce your monthly mortgage payments and release equity.   But there are a number of points to consider before moving ahead.   Home Legal Direct have put together guidance on what to consider. Discover your remortgage conveyancing costs   Click here for your free, instant quotation Use comparison

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How does remortgaging work?

What is remortage? Remortgaging is the process of paying off one loan amount with another loan, using the same property as your security. It is usually done to release equity in your home and to reduce the monthly mortgage payments by getting a better deal.    Do I need a

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Memorandum of Sale

What is the memorandum of sale? The memorandum of sale is a legal document that records specific information about the sale of a property. It is not legally binding, but it sets out the terms of agreement at the start of the conveyancing process once an offer is made and

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Property Market News

Latest News: Stamp duty cut on the horizon

The Times newspaper has reported today that Liz Truss is due to cut stamp duty in a mini-budget to take place on Friday 23 September.    The Times reports that the move comes as part of an attempt to drive economic growth by enabling more first-time buyers to get on

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How to protect your personal information

Buying or selling a property requires the sharing of a large amount of personal and financial information.   Gain a better understanding of the regulations in place and what that means for us during a property transaction. With identity theft is on the rise, there is cause for concern. Fraudsters are

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No move, no legal fee conveyancing

What is the No Move No Legal Fee promise? At Home Legal Direct, our No Move No Legal Fee conveyancing promise gives peace of mind in knowing that if your property transaction falls through, the cost of legal fees are protected. With approximately 1 in 3 home moves not completing,

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