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01.
What is stamp duty land tax (SDLT)?
When you buy a property in England or Northern Ireland, you will pay a Government tax, which is known as Stamp Duty Land Tax.
02.
Is stamp duty applicable to the whole of the UK?
Stamp Duty Land Tax is applicable to England and Northern Ireland. In Scotland, you pay Land and Buildings Transaction Tax and in Wales, it is known as Land Transaction Tax.
03.
What qualifies as a first-time buyer for stamp duty?
To qualify as a first-time buyer, you must never have owned property (or had an interest in) in the UK or overseas.
04.
What type of mortgage qualifies for first-time buyer stamp duty relief?
Buyers of shared ownership properties may be able to benefit from first-time buyers’ relief provided they are first-time buyers and the value of the property is £625,000 or less.
05.
Can you add stamp duty to your mortgage?
Stamp duty is usually paid in full on completion of your purchase. You may have the option to add the amount onto your mortgage, but this will depend on the circumstance.
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