House prices went up in December

House prices went up in December

Last month, house prices went up again, with Wales, the North West and Northern Ireland all showing considerable price growth. UK house prices increased again in December for the sixth month in a row, rising by 1.1 per cent according to figures released by Halifax....
The stamp duty holiday has ended

The stamp duty holiday has ended

The stamp duty holiday ended on 30 September meaning that stamp duty tax relief is reduced from £250,000 to £125,000. Here’s a guide to what you’ll have to pay. The second phase of the stamp duty holiday ended on 30 September. Stamp duty land tax relief has now...
Can you make the second stamp duty deadline?

Can you make the second stamp duty deadline?

The first phase of the stamp duty holiday has ended, but you will still pay less stamp duty if you complete on a purchase before the end of September. But is this possible with the property market being so busy? The first phase of the stamp duty holiday ended on 30...
House prices update

House prices update

June saw house prices dip very slightly according to Halifax, but buyer demand is still strong despite the gradual phasing out of the stamp duty holiday. Average house prices have dipped for the first time since January according to Halifax. The drop is slight –...
The stamp duty changes explained

The stamp duty changes explained

The stamp duty holiday is coming to an end, and many think it will mark a change in the busy property market. We explain the stamp duty changes and how the property market could look for the remainder of 2021. The stamp duty holiday has been beneficial for many...