Edinburgh property transactions use Scottish law — Scots property solicitors, Home Reports, LBTT, and missives. Compare regulated Scottish solicitors and save.
Edinburgh is Scotland's most expensive property market. Legal fees reflect this, with many Old Town and New Town properties exceeding £400,000.
| Transaction | Typical Fee (inc. disbursements) |
|---|---|
| Purchase (house/flat) | £1,200 – £2,000 |
| Sale | £900 – £1,500 |
| Buy & Sell | £1,800 – £3,200 |
⚠️ Scottish property law is different from England & Wales. You must use a Scottish-qualified solicitor for Edinburgh transactions. Our Scottish solicitor partners handle Home Reports, LBTT returns, and missives under Scots law. Learn more about Scottish conveyancing →
Sellers must provide a Home Report (Single Survey + Energy Report + Property Questionnaire) before marketing. Cost: £450–£800.
Land & Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) applies in Scotland — not Stamp Duty Land Tax. The rates and thresholds differ from England. See our LBTT Calculator.
The contract in Scotland is formed through an exchange of formal letters called missives. Once concluded, both parties are legally bound — earlier than in England.
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