Buying a home
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This document looks at what you need to consider before buying a property and the processes involved.Steps involved in buying a home
Overview
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Stamp duty is paid on the transfer of property -
Each time the ownership of a property changes, a new deed of title is drawn up to record the change. Tailte Eireann is responsible for 2 systems for recording property transactions. -
Brief description of 2 different types of insurance that you can take out in respect of a mortgage. -
As well as mortgage payments, the other costs involved in buying a home can be significant. -
A summary of steps to take when moving house, including transferring utilities, redirecting post and notifying schools. -
A mortgage interest tax credit or relief is a tax relief based on the amount of qualifying mortgage interest that you pay in a tax year for your home. A new temporary mortgage interest tax credit was announced in Budget 2024. The previous scheme ended on 1 January 2021. -
The Property Services Regulatory Authority (PSRA) is responsible for licensing and regulating property services providers in Ireland. This document described their licencing and other functions -
This page explains the property rights of cohabiting couples, for example, if you are buying a home together, making a cohabitation agreement, or applying for local authority housing.This document is in: Cohabiting couples -
This page has information on how to find accommodation when you return to Ireland.
This document is in: Finding somewhere to live