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Think you’ve overpaid on Stamp Duty?

If the PN Bewley Ltd vs HMRC ruling sounds new to you, keep reading — it changed how stamp duty refunds are viewed.

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In this landmark ruling, a couple successfully challenged HMRC in court over the April 2016 Stamp Duty surcharge on second properties. They reclaimed £6,000 on a £200,000 property.

Their case rested on the fact that the property required significant works after completion and therefore was not fit for use as a dwelling at the time of purchase. As a result, they argued, the additional Stamp Duty Land Tax surcharge should not have applied — and the tribunal agreed.

This decision set an important precedent for property owners who may have overpaid SDLT on homes that were uninhabitable when purchased.

Let us assess your purchase today—there’s a strong chance you may be eligible for a refund