Guide to stamp duty for buy-to-let landlords
Stamp duty reliefs and exemptions
What reliefs and exemptions are available to offset stamp duty? This is one of the most common questions clients ask our accountants when investing in additional properties.
The following reliefs and exemptions are available to offset stamp duty for more complex purchases
3 year rule when replacing your main residence
If you’re replacing your main residence and have not sold your home on the day you complete your new purchase you’ll have to pay higher rates of SDLT (3%.) This is because you own 2 properties.
You can however, apply for a refund if you sell your previous main home within 36 months.
Multiple dwellings relief
Reliefs are available to reduce SDLT when buying multiple residential properties (dwellings) in the same transaction. We recommend speaking to a property tax specialist for advice on more complex purchases such as this.
First time buyers
First time buyers do not pay any stamp duty on the first £425,000 of a property
First-time buyers' relief can be claimed to up £625,000
Inherited property
If property is left to you in a will, you do not have to pay SDLT.
SDLT sorted!
We hope this guide has been helpful! If you have specific questions about stamp duty for limited companies, reliefs and exemptions, or are starting up your property business and need advice, book a consultation with our team of accountants today. No matter how you prefer to invest in property, Provestor has the expertise you need to manage your portfolio's finances and taxes.
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