The latest articles on buying

  1. If you're buying another home which you won't be living in, you may well be liable to pay the 5% stamp duty on second homes. We break down the complex rules in our dedicated Q&A.

  2. You've found your perfect home. But what if there's a break in your property chain and everything stalls? Here's how to keep your purchase on track.

  3. ‘Own New - Rate Reducer’ is a brand new scheme offering lower fixed rate mortgage deals for buyers of new-build homes. Let’s find out more.

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