A new government fee schedule sets out higher costs for house alterations and other applications. Check the category and validation requirements before budgeting.
New Welsh support includes Council Tax Reduction recipients in every band and targeted help for oil or LPG heating. Check the limits before budgeting for a move.
Buyers in England and Northern Ireland should confirm who is filing and paying their SDLT. HMRC has announced higher interest on overdue tax from 24 November 2026.
England’s councils expect to start paying the £100 Household Energy Payment in January 2027. Telford and Wrekin has explained how it plans to pay residents. Here’s what to check if your Council Tax address is changing.
The November qualifying period for Northern Ireland’s £100 heating-oil support is underway. Check eligibility, address records and the review route if a previous household has claimed.
Scotland’s domestic EPC lodgement fee rises to £6 on 31 October, while newly effective legislation moves the main certificate reforms to April 2028. Check the full assessment quote and existing transaction duties.
From 29 October 2026, qualifying first-home purchases above £450,000 attract a reduced 20% Lifetime ISA withdrawal charge. Check eligibility, the net funds available and the conveyancer process before moving money.
Warm Home Discount letters started going out in England and Wales on 22 October. If you are moving, keep track of important post and check whether your letter asks you to act. Scotland has a separate route; Northern Ireland is excluded.
The Welsh Government announced on 20 October that it plans to defer council tax revaluation. For a move to Wales, check the new address’s actual band and bill before setting your budget.
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