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.
The latest articles on stamp duty
Nobody wants to fork out an extra 3% in Stamp Duty Land Tax when buying an additional home. The 'replacement of an only or main residence' rules could be a way out of it, says property lawyer John Shallcross.
First-time buyers pay a reduced level of stamp duty, which could end up saving you thousands. Find out if you qualify and how it's calculated.
If you're buying another home which you won't be living in, you may well be liable to pay the 3% stamp duty on second homes. We break down the complex rules in our dedicated Q&A.
What is stamp duty, how much is it in the UK and when do you have to pay it? Get the lowdown and use our stamp duty calculator to work out how much you'll pay.
Our Executive Director of Research, Richard Donnell, believes the current tax relief for first-time buyers should be made permanent. Here’s why.
Three in five homes listed on Zoopla are priced below the local stamp duty threshold for first-time buyers. Here's where to find them.
If you're a home mover looking to save money, buying a property under the stamp duty threshold could save you thousands. Here's where to find the most homes under £250,000.
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt axes the majority of tax cuts from the mini-Budget but changes to stamp duty remain in place. What does it all mean for the housing market?
