How Much Will Your Move Cost?
Saving you Money Time and Stress
Use our moving house calculator to estimate the total cost of your move, including your new mortgage requirements, stamp duty, legal fees and estate agent fees.
This calculator is suitable for home movers who are selling their existing property and purchasing a new one. It takes into account the equity in your current home to estimate how much you will need to borrow.
About This Calculator
Our moving house calculator helps you understand the full financial picture of trading up or downsizing.
It calculates:
- The total outlay required for your new home purchase
- Stamp duty on the new property
- Estimated legal and conveyancing fees
- Estate agent fees on the sale of your current home
- Your potential new mortgage after applying equity from your existing property
Comparing Mortgages
Our mortgage calculator assists you in comparing mortgage rates across our lenders.
Other very important matters to consider include:
- Analysing the impact of initial mortgage rates and the follow on mortgage rates.
- Choosing an appropriate mortgage term.
- Understanding the maximum amount you can borrow and your comfortable borrowing level.
- Which mortgage lender is most suitable for your circumstances.
- Comparing the merits of fixed and variable rates.
- Assessing the merits of introductory and cash back offers.
Moving House FAQs
Can I retain my existing property?
It may be possible to retain your existing property if your mortgage is small and your income supports two mortgages. Speak to one of our advisors to explore this option.
What is stamp duty on a new home?
Stamp duty in Ireland is 1% on the first €1,000,000 of the purchase price and 2% on any amount above that.
What are typical legal fees?
Solicitor and conveyancing fees typically range from 1–2% of the purchase price, plus VAT and outlays. Our calculator uses an estimate of 3.22% to account for all associated costs.
What are estate agent fees?
Estate agent fees for selling your home are typically 1–2.5% of the sale price plus VAT.