It is one of the most exciting experiences of your life. But purchasing your first property is filled with administrative requirements and, of course, expenses.

September 2, 2014

For the uninitiated, buying a home can prove a surprisingly expensive business, at a time when money is at its tightest.

Planning ahead can help you prepare for those expenses, and budget accordingly. Knowing in advance how your costs could add up will help you work out how much you can afford for your first home. A mortgage calculator will show how much you could borrow depending on your income and the size of your deposit, and whether you may need to use some of your savings to pay for those expenses instead of increasing your deposit.

Stamp Duty has changed significantly in recent years. Below is the full Stamp Duty table for residential properties, as of December 2014.

Property priceStamp duty rate
£0 - £125,000 0%
£125,001 - £250,000 2%
£250,001 - £925,000 5%
£925,001 - £1,500,000 10%
£1,500,001 and over 12%

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