Why choose our Property Tax lawyers?
Without sufficient legal counsel, property tax issues can be real minefields for clients. We take away that risk, with established expertise in Value Added Tax, Stamp Duty Land Tax, Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings, Capital Allowances and Capital Gains Tax on property transactions, as well as structuring. The SDLT regime in particular contains a number of traps that can affect overseas investors in the UK.Focused on the needs of our clients, our team is responsive, commercial and pragmatic. We are committed to providing excellent client service and achieving the best possible outcome.
Our tax practitioners have decades of experience in advising on the tax aspects of major property deals. We have devised and successfully implemented a number of innovative and complex tax planning arrangements for the acquisition and development of property and indirect investments.
With our in-depth knowledge and understanding of the real estate tax landscape, clients can rest assured that our experts know the issues at stake and are working to protect their interests.
Notable deals and highlights
- We advised on a JV structure for a listed company concerning the construction of sports facilities on school grounds.
- We provided VAT and SDLT advice to a leading university on property acquisitions and lettings.
- We worked with HMRC drafting part of the Finance Act 2008 to ensure that Danish funds investing in UK property did not incur a double charge to tax.