Over 180,500 first-time buyers benefit from stamp duty tax relief
Friday, November 23, 2018
Yesterday marked a year that first-time buyers have benefited from the stamp duty tax relief. The money-saving tax relief, which is known as First Time Buyer Relief (FTBR), was introduced on 22 November 2017. The Treasury announced that...
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How stamp duty changes will impact the market?
Thursday, November 22, 2018
In his third Budget as chancellor, Phillip Hammond announced that he will extend the cancellation of stamp duty for first-time homebuyers on properties up to £300,000 to first-time buyers of shared ownership properties valued up to...
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Secret tips to sell and move in before Christmas
Friday, November 16, 2018
Buying a property can be complicated, and so getting it right is pivotal to speeding up the process. Whether you are a first-time buyer, or an experienced home owner, our Guild agents are here to help. We have collected our secret tips to help...
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How to avoid buyer’s remorse
Thursday, November 15, 2018
While most people aspire to become homeowners, research has revealed that around 80% of people who have purchased a property have at least one noteworthy regret regarding their home buying decision. Staggering numbers considering buying a...
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Government sets eyes on AML violations in the property industry
Thursday, November 1, 2018
Security and economic crime minister Ben Wallace has revealed that the Home Office will start targeting the property industry harder to bolster its crusade against money laundering. He pointed out that the reason for this is that too few estate...
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The Guild comments on the Autumn Budget
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Briefly discussing the housing market in his third Budget as chancellor, Phillip Hammond announced that he will extend the cancellation of stamp duty for first-time homebuyers on properties up to £300,000 to first-time buyers of...
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Should you buy, sell or trade up before Brexit?
Friday, October 19, 2018
There is no doubt that Brexit has already had an impact on the property market with many adopting a wait-and-see approach until the final deal has been made. As March 2019 and a final decision edges closer, many people are wondering whether...
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What to avoid when buying a property for the first time
Friday, September 28, 2018
Buying a home for the first time can be an emotionally driven experience, especially when you consider the various elements that need to be taken into account. While there are several new and exciting things that go into buying a home, it can...
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