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Alison Formaggia

May I take this opportunity of thanking you and your assistants for the professionalism in dealing with my sale and purchase. My wife and I are very satisfied with George Ide LLP and will not hesitate in recommending the firm to my friends in Bognor Regis.
Mr P

Nicholas Smith

"Dear Nicholas,
It is so nice to have dealings with a straightforward and honest firm, it is so refreshing. You have shown consideration and care in my affairs."

PR.

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Testimonials

Alison Formaggia

Dear Alison and Paula, Thank you both very much for acting for me on my recent sale and purchase. I have really appreciated your efficiency and professionalism. I am very pleased that everything went through on the target completion date, despite the problems caused by my London purchasers on exchange. I am now enjoying settling into my new house. Once again - thank you! JB

Alison Formaggia

May I thank you, and your team, for the excellent service and assure you that we would certainly return to George Ide should we need any conveyancing in the future. JP

Nicholas Smith

"Dear Nicholas,
It is so nice to have dealings with a straightforward and honest firm, it is so refreshing. You have shown consideration and care in my affairs."

PR.

Nicholas Smith

"Just a very quick, but nonetheless very sincere and heart-felt thanks on behalf of J and myself for your highly professional and sympathetic help in the house sale/purchase saga – you certainly saved our respective sanities on several occasions when your wise words proved to be the right course of action."
Mr T

Nicholas Smith

An outstanding week - thanks for the speed and efficiency on the two deals you've acted on. I just wish all solicitors were as proactive as you. It doesn't get much better than this.
Mr C

Nicholas Smith

Thank you very much for facilitating the sale of my house in Solva despite all the difficulties of me being in Portugal at the start, and the tardiness of the other solicitors. It is great that all is completed and I am grateful for your cheerful help. SH

Nicholas Smith

Thank you for informing C that she has successfully exchanged on Bell Cottage. Can I personally thank you for your prompt and excellent service. Your turn-around has been exemplary. As a result we will be arranging power of attorney, and any other legal work in the future, through George Ide's offices. RB

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You "…have been a pleasure to work with, helpful, knowledgeable, courteous, efficient and understanding. Your service has exceeded expectations".
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Residential Property Conveyancing

Residential Conveyancing

Costs of Property Buying for First Timers

First things first for first-time property buyers
Whether you are a buying or selling a home in West Sussex, Hampshire or further afield, George Ide's property solicitors in Chichester are here to help. With many years' experience of all types of residential conveyancing we can help you to achieve a smooth, cost-effective transaction, allowing you to get on with the nuts and bolts of moving on or settling into your new home.
First time buyers – First things first
When making the initial decision to buy a property, it's a really good idea to quickly establish how much you can afford.
This will depend on a number of factors including the size of your savings, how much you can borrow and whether anyone else will be able to help fund the purchase.
However, a common fault for inexperienced house buyers is overstretching themselves and not considering the additional costs required when purchasing a home, or how much it will then cost to live in and run the home.
Costs involved in buying a property include:
Survey fees
Valuation fees
Stamp Duty Land Tax
Land registry fee
Local authority searches
Fees charged by a mortgage lender or mortgage arranger, for example, a mortgage broker
Property solicitor's costs
VAT
Moving expenses, removal vans etc,
Settlement of final bills from original property
Depending on the type of property eventually chosen, running costs may include:
Ground rent for a leasehold property
Service charge for a leasehold flat
Council tax
Water rates
Insurance costs, including life insurance, buildings ad contents insurance
Energy bills
Once these items have been considered and a purchasing figure decided upon, it's a good time to start looking round for that perfect property.
George Ide property solicitors in Chichester
Buying your first home is a major financial commitment and requires experienced legal advice to avoid the various pitfalls associated with residential conveyancing.
George Ide's experienced team can help you every step of the way whether you are a buyer or a seller and strive always to assuredly deliver your requirements.
To speak to a property solicitor today please call the George Ide residential conveyancing department in Chichester on 01243 786 668 or, for direct contact details, click through to the staff profiles located on the right hand side of this page.