Kaur Sutherland (2023)

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MacRae and Kaur LLP are now trading as Kaur Sutherland. All emails, phone numbers and bank details will remain unaffected although please call the office to confirm Bank details - we do not send these to you by email. If you wish discuss these changes please contact us on 0141 611 6000

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Kaur Sutherland Marks One-Year Anniversary of Partnership with O'Hare Solicitors

We are proud to celebrate the one-year anniversary of our merger with O’Hare Solicitors.

With offices in Glasgow, Dumbarton, and Lenzie, we offer a comprehensive range of legal services, including conveyancing, commercial property, wills and powers of attorney.

With over 40 years of experience in legal services, Gerry O’Hare has dedicated his career to providing excellent legal advice and services to clients across Dunbartonshire. Established in 2009, O’Hare Solicitors has built a strong reputation in the local community.

The merger has reinforced the team in Dumbarton, significantly strengthening the firm's estate management and conveyancing offerings. This has allowed Gerry to focus on his estate law speciality, while Jatinder Kaur now handles conveyancing at the Dumbarton office.

Reflecting on the partnership, Gerry said, "I’ve seen firsthand the evolution of legal services. Law firms across the UK are facing challenges in recruiting and retaining staff. The increased pressure on conveyancers to accelerate transactions has significantly added to their workload, making it especially challenging to attract and keep the right people.”

“This partnership not only enhances our capabilities but also ensures we continue delivering exceptional advice and support to our clients. Our combined strengths allow us to navigate the complexities of today’s market more effectively.”

Jatinder Kaur, Partner and Head of the Residential Conveyancing added: "We’ve worked hard to maintain the strengths of both firms. Gerry’s estate expertise, paired with our conveyancing services, offers clients the best of both worlds. The merger has increased our manpower in Dumbarton, positioning us to meet the growing demands of the industry, and I’m excited for what lies ahead for Kaur Sutherland."

We’re grateful for the opportunities this partnership has created to deepen our expertise and deliver outstanding service to clients across Scotland. Here’s to the year ahead!

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Our Residential Property Services include:-

• Purchase and sale of houses, plots or land;
• Builder’s or Developer’s Missives;
• Re-mortgages;
• Discharge of secured loans on repayment;
• Creation of new securities/mortgage deeds;
• Leases on domestic property;
• Transfers of Property;
• Arranging Surveys;
• Local Authority house purchases;
• Ownership Enquiries; and
• Queries regarding title conditions.

We can provide a fixed quotation for residential legal fees so that you do not have to worry about unexpected costs. Regardless of your property question our friendly team will be happy to talk through the situation and let you know of how we can progress.

Remember: There’s a difference between cheap conveyancing solicitors and good value conveyancing solicitors.

Some firms delegate property work to inexperienced and junior staff – sometimes to people who aren’t even qualified solicitors. Other solicitors can turn out to be based hundreds of miles away from you and it can be impossible to contact them at all, let alone meet them face to face.

Macrae & Kaur are unique amongst Glasgow solicitors in that all of our property work is carried out by senior partners, highly-experienced property solicitors who really know Glasgow and are always available to meet you in person.

Conveyancing fees

Our conveyancing fees are competitively priced, your first consultation together with submitting offers and noting interest is free. We promise total fee transparency – all costs will be laid out clearly before you make a commitment and we do not start charging extras once you have signed up.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I have to pay Additional Dwelling Supplement?

If you have not sold your main residence on the day you complete your new purchase you'll have to pay ADS. This is because you own 2 properties. You can apply for a refund if you sell your previous main home within 18 months.

How long does the Conveyancing process take?

The conveyancing process usually takes between 6 and 12 weeks but will vary. Depending on your situation, your case can take much longer than 6-12 weeks. Conveyancing can take a long time for many reasons. Each step of the process must be completed correctly to avoid even further delay.

Do I have to pay anything upfront?

Our firm does not charge any upfront fees for our service. The 'no completion, no fee' means you only need to pay us on the completion date.

Can I Buy and Sell at the same time?

In an ideal world, you’d sell your home the minute you put it on the market and then have all the time you need to find your next dream home while your buyers wait patiently until you’re ready to move. Unfortunately, we don’t live in an ideal world and in most cases you’ll need to sell and buy at the same time. This results in a housing chain. While not uncommon, property chains can cause significant headaches. So if you’re planning to buy and sell your house at the same time, make sure you’re prepared. We can help keep everything runs smoothly and according to plan.

How much Land and Building Transaction Tax will I need to pay?

The residential LBTT rates are based on the purchase price bands, with a ceiling for nil rates set at £145,000 A relief for first-time buyers is available, which increases the residential nil rate band of LBTT to £175,000.The availability of the relief will result in a reduction in tax of up to £600 for qualifying first-time buyers, relative to the rates which would have otherwise applied.

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