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Should expats buy UK property now or wait until they return?

Expat Property Portfolio·Callum Williamson·13 May 2026·8 min

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Buying a UK property while living abroad?  I break down the real cost differences between buying as an expat versus a UK resident, deposits, stamp duty, and mortgage rates, and show why waiting could save you over £36,000 and unlock far more buying power. 📘 BUILDING A UK PROPERTY PORTFOLIO FROM OVERSEAS?  Most expats overcomplicate it, overpay for it, or never start at all. My book breaks down exactly how to build and scale a UK portfolio while living abroad.  The strategies, the structures, and the mistakes to avoid. Grab your copy here: 👉 https://www.calwilliamson.com/ 📊 SOURCES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Why Limited Companies Are Taking Over UK Property Residential Stamp Duty Calculator