Category: Stamp Duty

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First Time Buyer Stamp Duty Savings

First Time Buyer Stamp Duty Savings

In the Budget on 22 November 2017, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced a relief from stamp duty land tax (SDLT) for first time buyers. The relief will apply from 22 November 2017 to purchases of residential property for £500,000 or less, provided the purchaser intends to occupy the property as their only or main […]

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New Stamp Duty Guidance

New Stamp Duty Guidance

Clients often ask us the following: How can I save on Stamp Duty?  Are there any legal Stamp Duty mitigation schemes ? How can I reduce or avoid Stamp Duty ? This article focuses on Higher Rates for Additional Residential Properties. When you buy an additional residential property, you will now pay 3% on top […]

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