Is it worth buying the freehold of my house?

Is it worth buying the freehold of my house?

When a property is sold, sometimes it won’t come with the land that it is built on. So, any buyers that are about to start the process of purchasing a house should double check which basis both the property and the land are being sold on prior to committing to it....
Do you pay stamp duty on commercial property?

Do you pay stamp duty on commercial property?

If you’re interested in buying a non-residential property like shops, offices, or work units, there is so much to do and think about you may not be aware of whether you are required to pay stamp duty on your commercial property. In most cases, buyers will be subject...
We welcome Dawn and Mayuri to the Toomey team!

We welcome Dawn and Mayuri to the Toomey team!

Toomey Legal are very proud to announce further additions to our already experienced team. Pictured with Sue Shaw-Toomey, our Director, is Dawn Norgrove who joins as Receptionist/Secretary and Mayuri Wijesooriya as Senior Solicitor. I am sure they will fit in quickly...
We’re LEAP Best Practice Standard certified!

We’re LEAP Best Practice Standard certified!

You know you are in safe hands with us as 4 times per year we get audited to the LEAP Best Practice Standard. LEAP helps us communicate faster and more clearly, allowing us to exceed our client’s expectations and deliver outstanding customer service. View our...
How long does conveyancing take with no chain?

How long does conveyancing take with no chain?

If you’re buying a home, you’re probably excited to get the ball rolling and want a quick conveyancing process. In most cases, the average conveyancing for purchasing a home will take anywhere between 8 and 12 weeks. It could take a bit more or a bit less time...
Top things first time buyers need to know

Top things first time buyers need to know

Being a first time buyer looking for your first home can be scary and complicated. It’s easy for buyers to feel overwhelmed fairly quickly into the process. That’s why we’ve put together a guide covering the important steps you’ll need to take to secure your house...