Stamp duty increase for second homes

Stamp duty increase for second homes

Thinking of buying a second home? It’s worth knowing that stamp duty increases are set to take place from April – meaning that those who own more than one residence will be hit with additional fees.   Contrary to popular belief, it’s not only those operating under the...
Right to rent? Landlord responsibilities

Right to rent? Landlord responsibilities

Under new regulations set to come into place from February 1st, all landlords will be required to check their tenants ‘right to rent’ as part of the Immigration Act.  All adult occupants (18+) within a property must be checked by landlords before a tenancy agreement...
The RICS Building Survey

The RICS Building Survey

We recommend this for large, older, run-down or unusual properties. While it will cost more than a HomeBuyer report, it gives more detail about the structure and fabric of the property. This is what you can expect from Hawkesford Surveys and Valuations: Ability to...