Rough estimates for conveyancing costs

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Hi

Just wondering if there was a general overall figure for conveyancing house purchase/sale? Inclusive of all the searches etc.

I am selling a flat with share of freehold for 190k and purchasing a bungalow for around £240k and definitely less than £250k.

My first quote has come in at nearly £1400 which seems ridiculous to me.
This comprises of
Fees for sale £525 + VAT
Fees for purchase £525 + VAT
Purchase disbursements £190 (what a "disbursement" is I know not)
Property registration £180-£280

would be grateful to hear others views on acceptable costs.

Regards

(Also posted in "LAW" group)

[pastafreak]

This may help to explain conveyancing-which can be quite complicated.

http://www.haart.co.u...d-fees-explained.aspx