Tag Archives: Stamp duty
How will stamp duty increases for second homeowners affect the rental market?
Small landlords investing in buy-to-let property face a huge hike in stamp duty from April 2016. The new, higher stamp duty rates will apply to buy-to-let properties as well as holiday lets. However corporate entities or funds with 15 residential … Continue reading
Stamp duty overhaul helps buy-to-let landlords
The new stamp duty land tax (SDLT) regime introduced on 4th December means buy-to-let landlords will receive a welcome cut in stamp duty when buying new properties. According to Chancellor, George Osborne, 98% of purchasers will now pay less tax … Continue reading