Check which periods you lived in your home — Added: checklist + next step
Added: checklist + next step. One preparation checklist and a direct next step on this page; no claim to replace official guidance.
Scope: England / Wales · Source review:
Prepare your information
Create a timeline of occupation, absences, letting and ownership. Private Residence Relief depends on facts and qualifying periods, rather than simply calling a property your main home. Unusual absences and shared occupation need checking against HMRC guidance.
Use this checklist
- Collect the details listed above. Keep unknown information marked as unknown; an empty field is not zero. Do not upload identity or bank documents here.
- Open the linked tool or official service. Check the property location, date and assumptions before using a result. Tools cover their stated scope; they do not file forms or certify a property.
- Keep the result with its source and date. Confirm missing facts with the relevant authority or professional before committing to a payment or transaction.
Official sources
Related guides
- Check first-time buyer stamp duty in England
- Check stamp duty when buying another home
- Check buying tax in Wales
General information and estimates, not legal, tax or mortgage advice. Prepared with AI assistance; not reviewed by a UK solicitor. Check current official guidance and ask a qualified professional about your circumstances.