HOME
See our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) below. If you have a question that you would like answered or added, please email us.
If you have a specific question in relation to your property, we will be happy to provide brief informal advice free of charge over the telephone, however, all other work is charged on a time plus cost basis.
FAQs
Do we sell Equestrian Property?
YES - In fact we are the recognised market leader in the sale of equestrian property in the South and West of England and are currently the No 1 UK advertiser in Horse & Hound magazine.
What is an ‘Ag Tag’ or ‘Agricultural Occupancy Condition’?
This is a planning condition that is legally binding that normally limits the purchaser to a person who is currently employed, previously employed, or who plans to make a living from Agriculture, Horticulture or Forestry. Each condition is different, so the wording should be carefully checked by a Chartered Surveyor and/or a Solicitor.
What are the current Stamp Duty thresholds? (from 1 Jan 2010)
|
Up to £125,000 |
Nil |
|
From £125,000 to £250,000 |
1% |
|
From £250,000 to £500,000 |
3% |
|
Above £500,000 |
4% |
Note that between 3 September 2008 and 31 December 2009 the starting threshold for SDLT was £175,000 - higher than shown in the table above. The threshold was reduced back to £125,000 from 1 January 2010.
Fixtures & fittings, such as AGAs, carpets, curtains and white goods, are normally excluded.
The above can vary if commercial or in a deprived zone. Always check with your Solicitor prior to purchase.
For more detailed information, go to: http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/sdlt/rates-thresholds.htm
My partner or parents have died. What should I do about getting their property valued?
You should get a qualified Chartered Surveyor or Valuer to provide you with a written formal Probate Valuation as at the date of death as soon as possible. You and your Solicitor can then use this for you to get a Grant of Probate to allow you to conclude the Will and transfer or sell the property.
