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The latest articles on buying fees
Legal fees, mortgage fees, stamp duty and other costs can add up when buying a home. We take a look at all the fees involved in a house or flat purchase.
Since October 31, 2024, you'll need to pay 5% in stamp duty if you buy an additional home, such as a holiday home or a buy-to-let property. But there could be ways to avoid it. We dig into the details.
The required income to buy a home has increased in recent years. But what does that mean in real numbers? And where is the most affordable place to buy in the UK?
As part of our coverage of the general election, we take a look at stamp duty and what the two major political parties are saying about it.
Ready to take the leap and buy a £1m property? Before you do, here's what it's likely to cost you in stamp duty, fees and running costs.
Thresholds for Land Transaction Tax have been changed to reflect house price growth in Wales.
The level at which the tax kicks in has been doubled to £250,000 for home movers and £425,000 for first-time buyers.
