Homebuyers warned of scams as end of stamp duty holiday looms

Buyers in danger of being conned by fraudsters into paying money into their accounts, says UK Finance

Homebuyers have been warned to take steps to avoid being scammed during their purchase and after they move, with criminals targeting large sums of money, including house deposits.

The looming end of the stamp duty holiday has fuelled a boom in the property market as people attempt to secure a new home without having to pay tax.

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