Hutchinson & Buchanan have been making Yorkshire’s business & life plans legally robust for over 100 years.
Based in Ripon, North Yorkshire, we’re fourth-generation solicitors continuing our families’ legacy of supporting Yorkshire families and businesses with the most experienced legal minds.
We are solicitors for whatever life throws at you. Thanks to our approach and great service, many of our clients stick with us for their lifetimes and we often serve the generations that follow too.
Legal Services for all life stages.
Private Client
Includes Wills, Trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Deputyship, Court of Protection, Power of Attorney, Tax Planning, Elderly Law, and Probate & Administration. >>
Property
Includes Residential Conveyancing, Commercial Conveyancing, Mortgages, Agricultural Property, Lease Extensions, Registration and more. >>
Dispute Resolution
Includes Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Road Traffic Accidents, Employer’s Liability, Claims Against a Public Authority, Debt Recovery and more. >>
With a long history as trusted solicitors for Yorkshire businesses and families across generations, our mission is to protect your life’s plans, and meet any unexpected challenges, with the best legal advice.
Recent News
Stamp Duty Land Tax: Everything You Need to Know
Buying a property is one of the most significant financial commitments many people will ever make. Alongside the purchase price itself, there are several additional costs to consider, and one of the most important is Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT).If you're purchasing...
Deed of Variation: A practical guide to changing a Will after death in the UK
When a loved one dies, the terms of their will (or under the intestacy rules if there is no will) will determine how their estate is distributed. Whilst a carefully drafted will can offer clarity, even the most thoughtful estate planning cannot always anticipate...
Understanding Property Searches: Essential Due Diligence for UK Homebuyers
When purchasing a property in the UK, the excitement of finding your dream home can sometimes overshadow the crucial legal groundwork required to protect your investment. Property searches form an essential part of the conveyancing process, providing vital information...
From the outset Mr Storey took great care to welcome us, explain the steps in the house-buying process, and ensure our understanding of everything required of us. In a protracted purchase (due to developers, contractors and covid-related issues), Mr Storey kept us updated and guided us to a satisfactory completion. I would have no hesitation in recommending Hutchinson and Buchanan to any others seeking a solicitor for conveyancing.
Can you get a Stamp Duty refund?
In certain circumstances, yes.
For example, if you purchase a new home before selling your existing main residence, you may initially have to pay the higher rate for additional properties.
If you then sell your previous main home within three years, you may be able to reclaim the 3% surcharge.
Refund applications can be submitted through the government’s official website.
Can Stamp Duty be reduced?
While Stamp Duty cannot usually be avoided entirely, there may be legitimate ways to reduce the amount payable.
This includes:
- Negotiating a lower purchase price
- Separating the value of removable fixtures and fittings from the property price
- Ensuring you claim any available reliefs, such as first-time buyer relief.
We can help ensure that the correct SDLT amount is calculated and that you do not pay more tax than necessary.
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