Look for a Scottish solicitor with experience in the type of transaction you need, such as buying, selling, remortgaging or transferring ownership. Check that the firm is regulated by the Law Society of Scotland, and ask for a written estimate explaining the legal fee, VAT, searches, registration costs and any likely additional charges. For an Edinburgh purchase, the solicitor should explain matters such as the Home Report, missives, title conditions and Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT). Comparing two or three firms can help, but the cheapest quote may not cover the same work, so check what is included before instructing anyone.