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24th November 2017
On Thursday the chancellor presented his annual budget – with primary focuses on property that will excite and interest many looking to buy or sell a property within the next 12 months. The latest budget has been hailed as a ‘cash injection’ for the UK’s housing market – and the changes bring their fair share of good news for people looking to relocate in the coming months. Here we share three top tips for homebuyers, sellers and investors following the changes, which will be implemented over the next few years.
Take advantage of the government’s new home building scheme
One key take-away from the budget was the government’s pledge to provide millions of new homes nationwide by the mid-late 2020s. This is great news for first-time buyers and investors alike, who can cash in on schemes up and down the country. £44bn in capital funding will help to build 300,000 homes annually by 2025, whilst three housing pilot schemes in Manchester, Liverpool and the West Midlands totalling £28m will create even more homes for people with lower incomes.
Good news for first-time buyers with stamp duty cuts
First-time buyers are in luck this year, as the chancellor announced he would scrap stamp duty tax on the first £300,000 of a home purchase up to £500,000. This is great news for the many people looking to secure their own property and relocate in 2018 – and may also benefit sellers, as the change is expected to stimulate the slowing market and increase house prices across the board.
City dwellers can benefit from urban regeneration funding
£1.1bn has been allocated for new urban regeneration – promising to turn some of the UK’s ‘less desirable’ cities and towns into buzzing property hotspots. The money will be spent on infrastructure, funding for community cohesion and wellbeing programmes such as greater green spaces, fresh new homes and financial support for shopping complexes, transport links and schools. The result is likely to see a huge boost in desirability for many of the UK’s largest conurbations, complementing the provision of new properties. This is great news for buyers and investors – providing wider choice and homes available at a lower cost with greater benefits.
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With all best wishes and again my appreciation for your most courteous and helpful attention throughout my association with Johnsons.
A pleasurable experience from start to finish.
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