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I am acting as a guarantor, will I need to pay stamp duty?

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I am acting as a guarantor, will I need to pay stamp duty?
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Customer: I don't think so
Submitted: 8 days ago.
Category: Tax
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Expert:  [email protected] replied 8 days ago.

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Expert:  [email protected] replied 8 days ago.

Stamp duty is payable by the named purchaser,

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Expert:  [email protected] replied 8 days ago.

HMRC will always chase the named owner for stamp duty.

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Customer: replied 8 days ago.
Thank you
Expert:  [email protected] replied 8 days ago.

However, your liabilities to individuals as per the guarantor agreement is dependent on your terms. You would need to obtain a legal opinion on it.

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