HSBC BUY-TO-LET GUIDE TO THE UK MARKET
2016-03-27
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Manchester and Birmingham will see rises of 20 to 30 per cent over the next three to four years, based on the shape of the regional economy and the trajectory of the current housing market cycle.
Of 18 areas we looked at, the best value for those wanting to rent is Chatham, on the Medway estuary in North Kent. For those wanting to buy a two to three bedroom house or flat, Chatham also turns out to be the most affordable.
Manchester and Birmingham set for faster growth than rest of the country as property value rises in northern England.
Unveiling its policy plans as the Conservative Party conference began yesterday, the government said it would begin consultations on Sunday to increase the stamp duty on individuals and companies not paying tax in the UK.
STAMP DUTY HOLIDAY FOR PROPERTIES COSTING UP TO £500,000 AND COMPLETED BEFORE APRIL, 2021 IN ENGLAND
The government has temporarily increased the stamp duty threshold to £500,000 for property sales in England and Northern Ireland. First-time buyers will not be taxed if the property is costing £500,000 or less and the legal transaction is being completed before April 2021, more expensive properties will only be taxed on their value above that amount.