Recent changes to stamp duty have imposed significant financial burdens on first-time buyers in England, with average costs rising sharply.
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This is money: Stamp Duty Changes Impact First-Time Buyers:
First-time buyers in England are facing a steep increase in stamp duty payments since the tax break ended. This is money that is becoming a barrier to homeownership.
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