First time buyers Guide


FIRST-TIME BUYERS

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The House Buying Process

Stamp Duty Land Tax

Stamp Duty Land Tax is payable in different amounts via the conveyancing solicitor, depending on the purchase price of the house.

0-£120,000	0% payable
£120,001-£250,000	1% payable
£250,001-£500,000	3% payable
above £500,000	4% payable

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FIRST RUNG NOW

FirstRungNow has been set up to help first time buyers. With prices so high in the UK, many need to be shown what the financing and ownership options are. FirstRungNow is the place to go.

KEY WORKER HOMES

The Key Worker Living scheme was launched in the spring of 2004. Are you entitled?

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SHARED OWNERSHIP

Buy a share of a property, and pay rent on the rest to make it affordable.

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FINANCE YOUR FIRST HOME

If you are thinking of buying a first home, it is important you find out how much you can borrow and you understand the costs and how much deposit you will be able to put towards it.

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First time buyers Guide