Stamp Duty News Monitoring

Housing market struggles to bounce back from stamp duty change

The UK housing market is struggling to recover from the recent change to stamp duty and lingering economic uncertainty, leading prices to stagnate last month. House prices were flat in June, according to Halifax, one of the country’s biggest mortgage …

Property flipping drops to lowest level in a decade as stamp duty hikes hit

Investors are moving towards the north of England, according to a leading estate agent The proportion of homes bought and then re-sold within a year fell to 2.3 per cent across England and Wales in the first quarter of the year – the lowest figure since …

Telangana govt mulls stamp duty rejig; relief for women on cards

The Telangana government is set to introduce a revised stamp duty policy, aiming for increased transparency and fairness in property transactions. Key proposals include stamp duty reductions for women and older apartments, addressing current inequities. …

Hong Kong To Launch Third Tokenized Bond with ETF Stamp Duty Relief

Hong Kong is preparing to launch its third tokenized green bond while also introducing stamp duty relief for exchange-traded funds (ETFs). These initiatives form part of a broader digital asset and financial technology strategy led by the government. …

Internship agreements not subject to stamp duty, MICSEA confirms

Lai says the clarification is both timely and essential, particularly for employers seeking to comply with legal requirements without unnecessary confusion. — Bernama photo KUCHING (July 5): Internship agreements are not required to be stamped as they do …

Rachel Reeves' raid kills profits for property investors

A stamp duty raid by Chancellor Rachel Reeves has hammered profits for property investors and delivered a hammer blow to the market for flipping homes. Official figures show the number of homes bought and resold within a year, typically by people seeking …

Higher seller's stamp duty, longer holding period for private homes to have limited impact on market: Analysts

Property analysts said that there would not be a significant impact on the market, with majority of genuine homebuyers and long-term investors unlikely to be affected. Through the new measures, the government is discouraging short-term flipping and sub- …

Maharashtra To Launch Direct Transfer System For 1% Stamp Duty Funds To Local Bodies: ₹7,897 Crore Dues Pending

Maharashtra To Launch Direct Transfer System For 1% Stamp Duty Funds To Local Bodies: ₹7,897 Crore Dues Pending | Representation Image In a significant move to strengthen local self-governing bodies, the Maharashtra government will soon implement a new …

money Higher seller's stamp duty a 'light touch' to curb property flipping: Experts

To curb speculative buying, the Government announced on Thursday (July 3) an increase in the seller's stamp duty (SSD) rates and an extension to its holding period. These measures, set to kick in for all private homes purchased on and after Friday ( …

Seller’s stamp duty hike will curb short-term speculation; market effect likely minimal: Analysts

SINGAPORE – The latest revisions to the seller’s stamp duty (SSD) will help curb short-term speculative behaviour by some property investors, but the overall impact on the market is expected to be minimal as most buyers are owner-occupiers, said property …

Halifax: House prices were static in June, but first-time buyers return

House prices stagnated in June, following a drop of 0.3% in May, latest property data from Halifax shows. The average cost of a home in the UK is now £296,665 - only £117 more than the £296,782 it cost in the previous month, and 0.3% lower than it was in …

Business live blog, Monday July 7 — as it happened

US markets opened down, with the S&P 500 falling 24.5 points, or 0.39 per cent, to 6,255.43, the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 96 points, or 0.21 per cent, to 44,729.61 and the Nasdaq Composite down 145.53 points, or 0.71 per cent, to 20,456.20. …

Seller’s stamp duty hike surprises some amid moderating property market, but is ultimately prudent

SINGAPORE - With the growth momentum in private home prices moderating and the proportion of sub-sales declining in recent quarters, some have questioned why steps are being taken at this juncture to tame sub-sales, or units sold before a property has …

Property flipping hits lowest figure for 12 years: Hamptons

In the first three months of 2025, flipped properties (homes bought and re-sold within a year) accounted for 2.3% of all transactions across England and Wales, the lowest percentage since first quarter 2013. This is according to analysis by Hamptons of …

Five key tax changes for people living in Spain's Valencia region

Residents of Valencia, Alicante and other parts of La Comunitat Valenciana have several positive tax changes coming up in the next year. These are the new wealth, inheritance, gift, property and personal income tax conditions in the region. In May 2025, …

Home ‘flipping' hotspots where properties are re-sold within months, including 5 places in the North East

Property firm Hamptons used Land Registry house sales data covering England and Wales, to make the analysis. It defined a flipped home as a property that was bought and then sold within a 12-month period. In the first quarter of 2025, 2.3% of homes that …

Maha Govt Mulls Direct Transfer of 1% Stamp Duty to Local Bodies

Stagnant house prices in June signal upheaval in UK property market, experts say

Estate agents have signalled that the housing market experienced a standstill in June, amidst a volatile global economy and adjustments to stamp duty. Halifax's latest figures indicate that UK house prices remained static in June following a 0.3 per …

Aus buyers hit by $5k costs tsunami

First home buyers are facing significant expenses even before they receive their keys, new data has revealed. Finder’s First Home Buyer Report 2025 – based on a survey of 1006 first home buyers in Australia – revealed 2 in 5 (40 per cent) had to pay for …

Global Empowerment Mission Expands LA Long-Term Wildfire Recovery Efforts To Mark Six Month Remembrance of Devastation

GEM To Implement Housing Recovery ADU Pilot Program, Small Business Grant Program, And Expanded Five Year Commitment With Over $9 Million Distributed To Date LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global nonprofit …

Essential Guidance for First-Time Franchise Build-Outs: Permits, Codes, Corporate Guidelines, Budgeting Overview

SLIDELL, LA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- E.C.O. Builders Inc., located in Slidell, Louisiana, is releasing a comprehensive overview of key considerations for individuals preparing their first franchise build-out. Combining …

How a Custom Fence Can Add Value and Curb Appeal to St. Tammany Parish Homes

Tony’s Fencing & Iron Works helps St. Tammany homeowners increase property value and curb appeal with custom fences built to last. COVINGTON, LA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the Northshore housing market staying …

1 Percent Lists Scenic City Opens in Chattanooga, Offering Homeowners Thousands in Savings

1 Percent Lists Scenic City is now open in Chattanooga. This discount real estate brokerage helps homeowners save thousands with a low 1% listing fee. CHATTANOOGA, TN, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 1 Percent Lists Scenic City …

Covenant Place Honors Centenarians and Independence Day with Patriotic Celebration

Covenant Place Honors Centenarians and Independence Day with Patriotic Celebration SUMTER, SC, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Covenant Place, a vibrant senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, …

Preventative Roof Maintenance: Bi‑Annual Checklist for Peak Performance

SLIDELL, LA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jaymar Roofing, based in Slidell, Louisiana, today introduces a comprehensive bi‑annual preventative maintenance checklist designed to preserve roof integrity and extend service life. …

Subtle Signs of Hail Damage Often Overlooked by Property Owners in Wisconsin Rapids

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following recent hailstorms across Central Wisconsin, roofing experts are warning that many signs of hail damage go undetected during initial inspections. While obvious …

Roofing Materials Designed to Withstand Hurricanes and Severe Storms

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As regions across the United States face an increase in extreme weather events, the demand for storm-resistant roofing systems continues to rise. Property owners seeking …

Immediate Steps to Take Following Storm Damage in Wisconsin Rapids

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of strong summer storms that swept through Central Wisconsin, homeowners and property managers are being advised on how to safely and efficiently handle storm- …

Revolutionizing Direct Marketing: Video Plus Print Expands Video Brochure Solutions for Global Brands

Custom video brochures, mailers, and boxes from Video Plus Print help brands create lasting impressions and elevate customer engagement. TX, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Offering customizable Video Brochures, Video Mailers, …

CEP Multifamily Acquires 196-unit Kerf Apartments in Bellingham, WA

CEP Multifamily (CEP) has acquired The Kerf Apartments, a newly built 196-unit luxury- grade apartment community in Bellingham, WA. EVERRETT, WA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CEP Multifamily (CEP) has acquired The Kerf …

SacraPod Suites Launches Modular AI-Powered 'Work + Rest' Hospitality Model Across the U.S.

Transforming idle U.S. motels into smart, modular “Work + Rest” suites for hybrid professionals, universities, and corporate teams. SPARTANBURG, SC, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SacraPod Suites by Sacra Analytics Redefines …

Andrew The Home Buyer Announces Nationwide Expansion

Partnership in South Carolina marks company’s fifth new location in five years CHANDLER, AZ, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Arizona real-estate investment firm Andrew The Home Buyer is expanding nationwide with a new partnership …

Global Plant Extracting Equipment Market Poised for Significant Growth Amid Rising Demand for Natural Products

Global Plant Extracting Equipment Market Poised for Significant Growth Amid Rising Demand for Natural Produc NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global plant extracting equipment market is set to experience …

Timeline Design + Build Hosts Successful Open House Featuring Whole House Remodel and Remodel vs. Rebuild Presentation

Timeline Design + Build welcomed a full house on June 19 for its latest open house in Saratoga, drawing attendees from across the South Bay and Peninsula. SARATOGA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Timeline Design + Build …

Value-Add Multifamily Complex in Vista Brokered by Apartment Realty Group

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Angelo La Bruna, Senior Vice President of Apartment Realty Group (ARG) represented the buyer in the sale of a 6-Unit Value-Add Apartment Community in Vista near Vista Village and …

Commonwealth Commercial Partners Names Rob Hennes Managing Director to Lead Investment Sales Service Line

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Commonwealth Commercial Partners (CCP), a leading commercial real estate firm, announced today the expansion of its Nashville office with the addition of Rob Hennes as Managing Director, …

Conifer Realty Hosts Open Interviews in Rochester: A Great Opportunity for Job Seekers

Open Interview event for job seekers in the Rochester area ROCHESTER, NY, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Conifer Realty will host an Open Interview event for job seekers in the Rochester area on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, from 9 …

Georgia-Based Shed Builder, Oakland Structures, Joins ShedHub

WAYNESBORO, GA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oakland Structures, a Georgia-based manufacturer of custom portable buildings, has joined ShedHub, an online platform that connects shed buyers with manufacturers and dealers …

Office transactions jump, leading the market up to start 2025

After a difficult few years, office transactions are now leading the commercial market upward in the first quarter of 2025. VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After a difficult few years, office transactions are now leading the …