Why buy direct from the Owner?

    * Save money! The Seller does not pay any commission and may be able to pass on some or all of this saving to the buyer.

    * Convenience!   Dealing with the seller you can negotiate directly on the price, also it is easier to arrange viewings and saves time.

    * It's Easy to do!  Some people think that purchasing property from anyone other than a Estate agent is difficult. Purchasing 'For Sale By Owner' is simple.

  Legal Considerations

The number one  MYTH  is that it is complicated and difficult, so legally an Auctioneer is required, on the contrary a Solicitor is the only legal requirment for the transaction. When an agreement is made then both parties Solicitors will make the legal arrangements.

 Stamp Duty Rates


The following rates of stamp duty apply to all Residential property:

On and after 8 December 2010
Property value Rate Up to €1,000,000     1%
Balance over €1,000,000                           2%


Old Stamp duty rates up to 8 December 2010

Property value     Rate
Up to €125,000     Exempt
Next €875,000     7%
Balance     9%


Rates of stamp duty on land/housing sites without residential buildings have not changed:

Property value        Rate
Up to €10,000     Exempt
€10,001 - €20,000     1%
€20,001 - €30,000     2%
€30,001 - €40,000     3%
€40,001 - €70,000     4%
€70,001 - €80,000     5%
Over €80,000             6%

N.B. Please double check rates with your Accountant or contact Inland Revenue before entering into any legal agreement.