Deed fee, land registry service charge and earthquake insurance: what buyer and seller each pay, and where to check today’s rates.
Deed fee
The deed fee is worked out on the sale price for the buyer and the seller separately; the parties may agree to share it otherwise.
Service charge
Every deed transaction carries a fixed service charge paid to the land registry, updated every year.
Rates are samples; check today’s rates with the land registry before you sign.
