Hi All,
Just a quick question regarding Stamp Duty, my solicitor is being very unhelpful.
I have purchased a lot of land which titles in May. As I am a first home buyer, a residence will be complete within 12 months and it will be my principle place of residence. I am entitled to a reduction in Stamp Duty paid on the land.
http://www.sro.vic.gov.au/first-home-owner/apply-first-home-buyer-duty-reduction
When do I apply for this reduction ? (before or after settlement)
Do I just complete the forms on the website and submit to my solicitor
OR
Should the solicitor be organising these forms and the stamp duty reduction ?
Thanks