Homeowners have enjoyed a temporary increase to stamp duty thresholds in recent years, meaning the property tax is only due on homes worth more than £250,000 (or £425,000 for first-time buyers).

Buckingham Palace is estimated to be worth more than £1billion, for example, yet this particular residence only belongs to the King in an official capacity. It is not a family home.

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