Real Estate Law UK
Declaration of Trust UK 2026: Complete Property Ownership Guide
A declaration of trust remains the single most effective legal tool for protecting money invested in jointly owned property in 2026 – whether you…
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Property Tax Legal Guidance
Expert UK Property Tax & SDLT Compliance Support
Navigate complex property tax obligations with expert guidance from our property tax specialists. Our insights address key issues in property taxation, from SDLT refunds and stamp duty calculations to landlord tax relief and ATED obligations for high-value properties.
We examine regulatory frameworks, documentation requirements, and strategic considerations that shape outcomes in property tax matters. Our practical analysis helps clients pursue tax-efficient structures effectively while managing compliance risks and maximising value potential through comprehensive property tax planning.
Real Estate Law UK
Uninhabitable Property SDLT in 2026: When the Claim Works
The idea is seductive: a derelict house is not really a “dwelling”, so it should pay non-residential stamp duty — often tens of thousands…
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Real Estate Law UK
Purchasing Commercial Property in the UK: Process, Tax and Costs 2026
Buying commercial property runs on a different rulebook from residential: its own SDLT bands, VAT elections that change the price by 20%, energy standards…
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Real Estate Law UK
Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings 2026-27: Bands, Reliefs and Deadlines
ATED is the annual price of holding a home worth over £500,000 inside a company: between £4,600 and £303,450 for 2026-27, payable every April,…
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Real Estate Law UK
SDLT Additional Property Surcharge 2026: The 5% Rules and Refunds
Buying any residential property beyond your only home now carries a 5% surcharge on the whole price — raised from 3% at the October…
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Real Estate Law UK
UK Property Investment for Non-Residents: The 2026 Rulebook
Nothing stops a non-resident buying UK property — no citizenship test, no ownership restriction, state-backed title at the end. What overseas buyers face instead…
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Real Estate Law UK
Replacement Domestic Items Relief in 2026: What Landlords Can Claim
Replacement of domestic items relief lets a landlord deduct the full cost of replacing furniture, appliances and furnishings in a let property — and…
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