
How to Avoid Stamp Duty on a Second Home (England)
A guide to avoiding the second home stamp duty 3% surcharge: learn about legal exemptions, smart structuring before exchange, and how to reclaim stamp duty on second homes.

A guide to avoiding the second home stamp duty 3% surcharge: learn about legal exemptions, smart structuring before exchange, and how to reclaim stamp duty on second homes.

Buying a second home, buy-to-let property, or holiday home can be a great investment, but it also brings additional tax considerations. In England and Northern Ireland, most purchases of an additional residential property are subject to higher rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax.
If a quick estimate would be helpful before reading further, try our Second Home Stamp Duty Calculator to see how much SDLT may apply to the purchase.

We explain non uk resident stamp duty rules and provide a non UK resident stamp duty calculator for foriegn buyers.

If you’re buying a property in England or Northern Ireland with the intention to rent it out, you’ll need to pay close attention to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). The rules for stamp duty and buy to let properties are not the same as for standard residential purchases.
To help landlords and property investors stay on top of their obligations, we have created a Buy-to-Let Stamp Duty Calculator. This tool provides a quick and reliable estimate of what you’ll owe on your next property.

First Time Buyer Stamp Duty Relief. We explain how it works and provide an a first time buyer stamp duty calculator.

When companies purchase property or land in England or Northern Ireland, understanding Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is critical. Corporate buyers face different rules, rates, and surcharges compared to individuals.

We take a look at transfer of equity and stamp duty liability. We also provide a handy Transfer Of Equity Stamp Duty Calculator.
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