Planning property buying costs in the UK

Calculators and buying costs

Buying costs in the UK

Plan the main costs of buying a property in the UK, including affordability, deposit, legal fees, survey, Stamp Duty and the cash buffer you need after completion.

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What costs should you plan for?

Upfront costs

  • Deposit - the cash contribution towards the purchase.
  • Solicitor or conveyancer fees - legal work, searches and Land Registry.
  • Valuation or survey - lender valuation and optional Home Survey.
  • Stamp Duty - depends on price and buyer status.

Ongoing costs

  • Mortgage payment - depends on loan amount, rate and term.
  • Council Tax - depends on location and property band.
  • Buildings insurance - usually required when taking a mortgage.
  • Service charge and ground rent - often relevant for leasehold properties.
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