If you’re buying or selling property in this depressed market, there’s an important change around the corner which could save buyers both VAT and Stamp Duty. And if you’re selling, it could make it
easier to find a buyer. What’s the story?
Published 15.05.2009
You’re buying new premises for your business. VAT is payable on the price, but you’ll only have to fund this until you reclaim it on your next VAT return. However, why do you need to think beyond
this?
Published 28.11.2014
Where a commercial property is VAT-exempt, you don’t have to charge VAT on rent. However, you’re making costly improvements and the exempt status means you won’t be able to reclaim the VAT on these
costs. Is there a solution?
Published 11.07.2012
As a landlord you’ve probably heard about the VAT option to tax. While it can work to your advantage it has long-term consequences. How long does an option usually last and is there a way to end it
sooner?
Published 22.09.2015
It’s time to move premises and you’ve found a buyer for your old one. But your accountant says if you sell to them you’ll have to repay some of the VAT you reclaimed when you bought the property.
Why? And can you get around this trap?
Published 29.11.2012
You personally own a buy-to-let property and you also own a company. The rules don’t allow you to reclaim the VAT paid on your property letting costs. How can you use your company to reclaim the VAT?
Published 19.10.2022
You need to extend your business premises. The trouble is that while the landlord has granted permission you’ll actually pay for the work. As your business will benefit you’re okay with this, but can
you recover the VAT on the cost?
Published 20.02.2017
It’s no secret that the buy-to-let market has recently been targeted with increased and additional taxes. However, some landlords might be overlooking a tax-saving opportunity. What’s involved?
Published 07.07.2016
You’re thinking of moving your “working at home” space out of your spare bedroom and into a summerhouse at the bottom of the garden. What is the most VAT-efficient way of handling this relocation?
Published 05.07.2007
You’ve bought a holiday home which you intend to let when you’re not using it. You thought renting residential accommodation was VAT exempt, but you’ve now been told you should charge it. Why, and
does this mean you need to register?
Published 09.04.2018