SDLT and VAT on commercial property

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Getting the tax right on property transactions

We advise on the SDLT and VAT payable when commercial property is bought or sold, including whether VAT will be charged on the price because the property has been opted to tax, and whether the sale can be treated as the transfer of a going concern, which can take it outside the scope of VAT altogether.

Where property is held through corporate structures, we consider the tax implications of buying or selling the company rather than the property itself, and of moving property within a group.

Where property forms part of a wider deal, we work alongside our corporate and commercial property teams.

This supports clients across the real estate and property sector, as well as businesses for whom property is one part of a larger transaction.

Always impresssed

The Orwins corporate team led by Dov Black, are able to provide a comprehensive service on our transactions including commercial, tax, property and employment advice. I am always impressed by their all-round capability, deal-savvy, and teamwork.I look forward to working with Dov and the team on many more transactions

Nothing short of superb

I really cannot thank you enough for all your help and support. You have been nothing short of superb and I am incredibly grateful to have found you, as I am sure I would not have got this result if I had not. It's not just your in-depth grasp of the law and intelligent, systematic approach that I will never forget, but also the kindness and humanity you showed me throughout. I appreciate it more than you know.

Unbiased Guidance

During a very difficult period in our business, we had to seek the help of a professional Law firm. We selected Orwins following initial calls with Andrew Haffner and the Litigation Team. The support and unbiased guidance given by Andrew and the team guided us through many nightmare events. The extensive knowledge and professional support given to the complexities of the problem were well understood by the team.