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The Stamp Duty Land Tax holiday, which was recently extended, is set to finish at the end of June. What can homebuyers expect once the rates return back to normal?

At Taylor Cole Estate Agents, we help to make the process of buying a property as easy as possible, clarifying the costs it will entail and preparing you as best as we can for a smooth transition into becoming a home owner.

When moving home, the local area is as important as the property itself. As the leading estate agent in Tamworth, we wanted to share our local knowledge, from affordability to fun activities, and demonstrate the key benefits of living in this south Staffordshire area.

Last year, in an attempt to boost the housing market following the coronavirus pandemic, Chancellor Rishi Sunak introduced the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) holiday. This meant that anyone completing a purchase on a main residence costing up to £500,000 would not pay any stamp duty on the property.

On January 4th, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a nationwide lockdown, put in place to combat the negative effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Fortunately, unlike the first lockdown back in March 2020, this time the housing market in England will remain open. This means that if you are looking to move home, you can continue with both planned moves and the viewing of properties.

Getting on the property market for the first time can be difficult in any circumstances, but this has been made even harder following the coronavirus pandemic.

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As we enter into another ‘lockdown’, we are pleased and fortunate to report that the housing market can continue to operate which allows us to carry on selling and renting property.

The coronavirus pandemic is causing uncertainty around many different aspects of everyday life, and can be particularly confusing for those in life-changing moments such as moving house. As your local estate agents, Taylor Cole are here to provide some clarification and support during these difficult times.

Spring is the optimum time to sell a home, as buyers often begin searching for a new property during April, May and June.

Buying a new property is an important decision that should not be taken lightly, so it is important to get the most out of your viewing. Viewing a property gives you the chance to make sure that the place is right place for you, whilst giving you the opportunity to spot any potential problems.

Whether you’ve just bought your first house or you’re moving into a rented property, relocating can be a huge, stressful task. However, with careful planning and preparation, it can remain as exciting as it should be.

The procedure for selling a house or property can be a complex process, especially when you are buying one at the same time. Any stage of the property chain can be daunting and confusing, especially as on average, we will only move to a new house roughly three to four times in our lifetime (Master Removers).

Buying your first home can be a scary and confusing experience, especially when you don’t know where to start. At Taylor Cole Estate Agents, one of Tamworth’s leading agents, we are committed to making matters easier for you.