Property Transactions: Stamp Duty Land Tax

Property Transactions: Stamp Duty Land Tax is an invaluable transaction-by-transaction guide on dealing with Stamp Duty Land Tax effectively.Stamp Duty Land Tax replaced stamp duty in December 23 and since then the law has continued to change and evolve through various amendments to the Finance Acts. The 2nd edition of Property Transactions: Stamp Duty Land Tax covers these amends in detail, including the new section 75A, which sets out a general anti-avoidance provision. The complexities of the new rules on the application of Stamp Duty Land Tax to partnership transactions have also been discussed and clarified. Particular focus is also given to what has arisen as the main issue facing practitioners, the application of Stamp Duty Land Tax to leases.Property Transactions: Stamp Duty Land Tax explains the application of the tax to different property transactions, takes you through each scenario pointing out pitfalls and traps, and then helps you to complete the relevant forms quickly and efficiently.Residential and commercial property are covered, and both conveyancing and lease purchases are dealt with, so whatever your client needs, it’s at your fingertips.CONTENTS