England
Find out more about Stamp Duty Land Tax on the Government website.
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Stamp Duty Land Tax (England) and Land and Building Transaction Tax (Scotland)
We could help you with a contribution towards your Stamp Duty (England) or LBTT (Scotland), so you can spend the extra money turning your new house into a home.
What is 'Stamp Duty' or 'LBTT'?
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) in England | Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) in Scotland
When you buy a property in Scotland or England, you usually pay tax on it. In England, this tax is known as 'Stamp Duty Land Tax' (or Stamp Duty/SDLT) whilst in Scotland, this is now known as 'Land and Buildings Transaction Tax' (or LBTT).
Stamp Duty and LBTT updates
In September 2022, the Government introduced a temporary first-time buyer relief to stamp duty. This means that for now, first-time buyers can buy a home up to the value of £425,000 without paying any stamp duty, and there is a reduced rate on values up to £625,000.
You have the potential to benefit from this opportunity until 31st March 2025. After that, it is expected that the nil rate stamp duty threshold will revert to £300,000. That means that waiting too long could cost you up to £6,250.
At the same time, the Government also temporarily increased the nil-rate stamp duty threshold from £125,000 to £250,000 for those who already own a property and are looking to move. That means that for now, stamp duty is not paid on the first £250,000 of the total purchase price.
You have the potential to benefit from this opportunity until 31st March 2025. After that, the nil rate stamp duty threshold will revert to £125,000. That means that if your new home is valued at more than £250,000, waiting too long could cost you £2,500.
We can help you move into your dream home
Stamp Duty/LBTT can add thousands of pounds onto a homebuyer's costs, but Cala is here to help you understand and calculate the cost depending on whether this is your first, next or an additional property, and depending on the price of the property you hope to buy.
We could help you with a contribution towards your Stamp Duty or LBTT* (subject to participating developments and specific plots) , so you can spend the extra money turning your new house into a home.
Ready to ditch the financial headache and step into your dream Cala home with confidence? Get in touch with us today. Our friendly sales teams can answer any questions you may have and help you find the perfect new place to call home.
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Scotland
Find out more about Land and Building Transaction Tax on the Government website.
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Stamp Duty/LBTT Contribution Terms and Conditions
Stamp Duty/LBTT contribution offer is available on selected plots only and may be time limited.
Contact the Sales Consultant at the participating development for details of the applicable plots and the latest reservation date and legal completion date to which this offer can apply.
This offer is only available in conjunction with any other offer at the sole discretion of Cala Homes. Cala withhold the right to withdraw or alter this offer at any time prior to the payment of the reservation fee.
