SDLT for Different Property Types

When you buy multiple properties from the same seller (or someone connected to them) as part of a single deal or series of transactions, HMRC treats these purchases as "linked" for Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) purposes. This matters because linked transactions are taxed based on...

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If you're buying property in Scotland, you need to know that Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) no longer applies to Scottish property transactions. Since 1 April 2015, Scotland has operated its own property tax system called Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT), which is adminis...

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When you buy a leasehold property in England or Northern Ireland, Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) works differently from buying a freehold. You may need to pay tax on both the purchase price and the rent you'll pay over the lease term. How much you pay depends on whether you're taking over an existing...

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When you buy a home through a shared ownership scheme, you have two ways to pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT): either make a one-off payment based on the property's full market value, or pay SDLT in stages as you increase your ownership share. Your choice can significantly affect...

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Transferring property ownership doesn't always mean paying Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), but the rules depend heavily on your circumstances. Whether you're adding a partner to the deeds, divorcing, or gifting property to family, you need to understand when SDLT applies and when transfers are...

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