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  • SDLT_Geek said:
    Dave46049 said:

    Anyone know if this 3% extra is the same for Wales? I'm planning on renting out my current main residence and then buying a new property to live in?
    Thanks ( Ps sorry to hijack thread! )
    Yes it's the same for Wales but it's worse as it's land transaction tax and the band's are lower than England, making the amount due significantly higher...
    There is a calculator on the Welsh government website.Β 

    You are getting another house and not replacing your main residence. Unless you sell it you will have to pay the extra tax.
    It is an additional 4% in Wales, 3% in England if the previous property is retained.
    Another reason to love Wales πŸ™„πŸ™„ at least we have our free prescriptions though.... πŸ™„πŸ€”πŸ˜“
  • penners324
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    Sell it.... if you cant afford the several grand in SDLT
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