Follow on questions :
1. When calculating the stamp duty is the valuation net of or inclusive of VAT
2. I am thinking of buying a second new apartment in the same block. The value will be 255,000Euro VAT incl. My logic is that the rental income from both properties will pay the mortgage on the purchased proeprty. As all my own capital will be used up in legal fees, stamp duties, outfitting, I am considering borrowing the full amount. Am I better off taking out one mortgage or two mortggaes of say 175,000Euro and 180,000Euro. Any advice. Both properties will be rented from the outset.
3. My mother deveoped the property and is passing the apartment to me in raw form..there is no monetary gain for her..is there any grounds for CGT in this case