Higher Rate Refunds of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) – Extension of time
When someone purchases a property as a new main residence but does not sell their existing main residence, the surcharged rate of duty has to be paid on the purchase price.
COVID-19: Housing market reopens in England
The relaxation of the lockdown rules announced by the government last week has opened up the residential property market again. Whilst a positive step forward, businesses and home-movers will need to follow stringent new COVID-19 social distancing conditions.
Coronavirus and residential conveyancing transactions
Jonathan Potter of TWM Solicitors in Guildford discusses the impact of the coronavirus on property transactions.