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SDLT Tips & Traps: On navigating the stamp duty minefield
Rishi's holiday won't make much of a dent in many prime purchasers’ SDLT bills, but it pays to be aware of some of the other lesser-known rules around this complex tax; Edward Burton, Sean Randall & Olivia Minghella summarise the key areas of interest for HNW buyers...
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