Mortgages have been in the news quite a bit recently as people desperately try to get their deals finalised before the new stamp duty rules ... prices around the UK. Article continues below ...

From later this year, Brits will need to pay more in stamp duty for their homes as rates rise and homeowners face thousands in extra costs. As the year winds on and more bills go up, many look for ...

If you are buying a second home, you will be charged an extra 5% on top of the standard stamp duty rates. The 5% surcharge also applies if your main home is abroad and your second home is in the UK, ...