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The Property PlanetExploring SDLT Risks with Simon Nosworthy (Osbornes Law LLP)Send us a textIn this episode, Amanda Perrotton is joined by Simon Nosworthy of Osbornes Law LLP. Together, they explore the steps that can be taken to de-risk a solicitor firm's conveyancing department from inadvertently giving tax advice, particularly related to Stamp Duty Land Tax, to clients that could later land the firm in hot water.We hope you enjoy the episode.As always, if you have any questions related to Stamp Duty Land Tax or wider tax and legal questions involved with property transactions, please send u...2025-06-2523 minThe Property PlanetRecent Stamp Duty Land Tax Cases with Patrick CannonSend us a textIn this episode, Amanda Perrotton is joined by Patrick Cannon, a leading expert on Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). Together, they explore some of the most notable recent SDLT cases, breaking down key rulings and their implications.Topics covered include:Multiple Dwellings ReliefUninhabitable PropertiesKey takeaways from recent high-profile casesIf you’re involved in property transactions, tax planning, or want to stay ahead of SDLT complexities, this episode is essential listening.As always, if you have any questions related to Stamp Duty Land Tax or wider tax an...2025-02-2654 minThe Property PlanetFirst Time Buyers Q&A with Amanda PerrottonSend us a textIn 2025, The Property Planet podcast from Bell Howley Perrotton will be bringing you a number of mini-series as we continue to share industry insights related to the tax and legal issues surrounding property transactions. One of these series will be in the form of a Q & A session. In this first Q & A episode our focus in on First Time Buyers. Freya and Amanda of Bell Howley Perrotton will be going through a number of questions related to upcoming changes in SDLT relief for First Time Buyers, who actually qualifies for...2025-01-2722 minThe Property PlanetProperty Market Updates and the Impact on Landlords, with Rod TurnerSend us a textWe're pleased to present the next Property Planet podcast with our superb guest, Rod Turner. Rod is certainly a key figure in the property industry as a leading HMO sales and valuation expert and landlord. We discuss the current state of the property market and in particular how it is impacting landlords and their housing stock. As always, if you have any questions related to Stamp Duty Land Tax or wider tax and legal questions involved with property transactions, please send us an email to enquiries@bhptax.law...2024-06-2840 minThe Property PlanetVAT update with Jane DeeksSend us a textWe are delighted to welcome back Jane Deeks for this episode for an overview of what you should be looking out for on any given transaction.The budget saw an increased VAT registration threshold to £90k. Watch out for the running 12 month totals; make sure you comply with the 'look forward test'; recovery of VAT on a development; criteria for VAT registration, need to make taxable supplies and much more. Oh and by the way what are taxable supplies and what is exempt from VAT.We look at the re...2024-05-0135 minThe Property PlanetBudget Changes to MDR, SDLT Update and Recent Tribunal CasesSend us a textIn this podcast episode, we are once again joined by Patrick Cannon, Barrister, and a recognised expert on all things SDLT, for an industry update on SDLT and how the abolition of MDR in the recent budget will have an affect on the market.In this episode we discuss the recent budget changes and tax tribunal cases relating to claims for Multiple Dwellings Relief for SDLT, and what is likely and unlikely to succeed; should HMRC challenge a claim.As always Patrick's strong tax knowledge and approachable manner, makes...2024-03-2846 minThe Property PlanetDOTAS numbers, Regulating Promoters and Protecting LandlordsSend us a textFollowing an illustrious career spanning 45 years with previous roles at HMRC, PwC, Pinsent Masons and now with JHA LLP we are delighted to be joined by Ray McCann for this episode, where we discuss regulation of tax advisers and who can call themselves a tax adviser, promoters and DOTAS numbers.Highlights of the episode include:What is a DOTAS number and why was DOTAS introduced in 2004What is an in-house arrangementRoll forward to 2024 and the requirements to disclose promoted schemesIn the light of Spotlight 63 Property 118 have now obtained...2024-03-0546 minThe Property PlanetHMRC is not going away. The passing deadline, Spotlight 63 and what to do next.Send us a textThe 31st January 2024 HMRC deadline may have passed as set out in Spotlight 63, but our phone lines and inboxes remain open for affected landlords to contact us who are looking for independent advice.SKS Baily Group made a blanket disclosure within the deadline which means that HMRC now have all the names of addresses of Landlords who have been part of their schemes.OCG accountants have written to all Less Tax For Landlords Clients to confirm that the Barrister they have instructed is acting in their best i...2024-02-0632 minThe Property PlanetNudge Letters, COP8 and COP9 investigations and how we can helpSend us a textIn this podcast we are joined by Adam Craggs of RPC and Patrick Way KC to discuss the impact of receiving a nudge letter from HMRC which have become more widespread since HMRC issued their Spotlight 63 in October 2023 setting response deadline of 31st January 2024.Adam Craggs is a highly skilled Legal 500 Solicitor with 30 years experience in contentious tax; 16 years of which he spent at HMRC. Endorsed as being 'phenomenally hard working with an insatiable desire to help the client' he is exactly the person you need in your corner if you ar...2024-01-1738 minThe Property PlanetMaking a Claim Against a Scheme Promoter - Don't Miss the BoatSend us a textIn this podcast episode, Simon Howley ATT (Fellow) CTA ATA AFA MIPA and I are joined by Richard Gray Barrister and Ruby Keeler Williams to discuss how Elysium Law can help you recover your costs, lost fees, and interest from a scheme promoter who has provided potentially negligent advice. But time is ticking. Given HMRC have taken the unusual step in publishing Spotlight 63 and are now sending out nudge letters, information is in the public domain that you are obliged to act upon. Adopting a 'wait and see' approach is not an...2023-12-0144 minThe Property PlanetHMRC Spotlight 63 and Portfolio IncorporationSend us a textIn this podcast episode we are joined by Dan Niedle and Patrick Way KC to discuss the unusual step that HMRC have taken in publishing Spotlight 63; the report written by Dan with collaboration from many industry specialist and published by Tax Policy Associates Ltd and Patrick's view of the starting point for the courts - is this tax avoidance?We discuss the detail of the scheme highlighted by the spotlight and others, the tax and legal implications and what to do next for those caught up in the fall out.2023-11-1738 minThe Property PlanetThe importance of getting VAT advice early and Landlord tipsSend us a textIn this episode we are joined by our very own Jane Deeks, a specialist in all things VAT and Adam Vickers of The Property Foundations Group to discuss the importance of taking VAT advice early on in any property transaction. Particularly important given the value of buying and selling land and buildings, and the keenness of developers and landlords to purchase commercial buildings to convert into residential. We discuss the Capital Goods Scheme and the Golden Brick principle and much more besides. Adam provides an invaluable contribution and insight into the current property mark...2022-06-2129 minThe Property PlanetHow to build, and finance, a successful residential property portfolioSend us a textIn this podcast episode , we are joined by Sue Sims of Genie Homes, and Peter Vandervennin of The Mortgage Consultancy.Sue explains how she first started off her property portfolio over 30 years ago and gives us the top 3 tips that every budding property investor must adhere to. Peter explains the ins and outs out of how to finance a property portfolio and much, much more.______________________________________________________________________________________A new episode will be uploaded regularly and if you have any burning questions or queries regarding any tax or legal topic sur...2022-05-1937 minThe Property PlanetCRYPTO - Don't let HMRC freeze your bank accountsSend us a textIn this podcast episode , we are joined by Patrick Cannon, Barrister, to discuss the ever evolving world of Crypto assets and the frightening criminal approach HMRC are taking to tax investigations.If you hold or are thinking of investing in Digital Assets, then this episode is a must listen for you.______________________________________________________________________________________A new episode will be uploaded regularly and if you have any burning questions or queries regarding any tax or legal topic surrounding UK property, then we would love you to send them in to to...2022-02-1029 minThe Property PlanetCapital Gains Tax Main Residence Relief - Will Your Claim Succeed?Send us a textIn this podcast episode , we are joined by Katherine Bullock, Barrister, and a recognised expert on all things private client related. In this episode we discuss the very tricky topic of main residence relief for capital gains tax and recent tax tribunal cases where taxpayers claims have been denied by the courts.______________________________________________________________________________________A new episode will be uploaded regularly and if you have any burning questions or queries regarding any tax or legal topic surrounding UK property, then we would love you to send them in to t...2021-10-2727 minThe Property PlanetSDLT Update - Multiple Dwellings Relief - all the recent updates from First and Upper Tax TribunalsSend us a textIn this podcast episode , we are joined by Patrick Cannon, Barrister, and a recognised expert on all things SDLT. In this episode we discuss all of the recent tax tribunal cases relating to claims for Multiple Dwellings Relief for SDLT, and what will, and what will now not succeed; should HMRC challenge a claim.______________________________________________________________________________________A new episode will be uploaded regularly and if you have any burning questions or queries regarding any tax or legal topic surrounding UK property, then we would love you to send them i...2021-10-0445 minThe Property PlanetHow to raise property finance efficiently for UK property investments & developments projectsSend us a textIn this podcast episode , we are joined by Ahkil Mair of Our Mortgage Broker, a specialist mortgage broker.We discuss all the important issues surrounding applying for, obtaining and refinancing a commercial or residential property investment/development and the various challenges and pitfalls to try and avoid.______________________________________________________________________________________A new episode will be uploaded regularly and if you have any burning questions or queries regarding any tax or legal topic surrounding UK property, then we would love you to send them in to to us at enquiries@bhptax.l...2021-08-3128 minThe Property PlanetThe issues with owning UK property through an Offshore letting company.Send us a textIn this podcast episode , we are joined by our regular guest, Katherine Bullock a leading barrister and one of the UK's most influential tax advisors.Katherine explains and we discuss the tax issues of offshore letting companies owning UK land property.(Katherine Bullock can be contacted at www.fieldtax.com)______________________________________________________________________________________A new episode will be uploaded regularly and if you have any burning questions or queries regarding any tax or legal topic surrounding UK property, then we would love you to s...2021-07-2921 minThe Property PlanetUpdate on recent Stamp Duty Land Tax cases before the tax tribunals and MORE....Send us a textIn this podcast episode , we are joined by our regular guest, Patrick Cannon a leading specialist SDLT barrister.Patrick explains and we discuss the immediate issues of current SDLT cases before the Tax Tribunals and the impact they have now on UK property and land ownership, both for UK residents and non-residents.(Patrick Cannon can be contacted at www.patrickcannon.net)______________________________________________________________________________________A new episode will be uploaded regularly and if you have any burning questions or queries regarding any tax or l...2021-07-1347 minThe Property PlanetWhat Resident and Non-UK resident residential property owners need to consider now!Send us a textIn this podcast episode , our special guests is Patrick Way QC of Field Court Tax Chambers. Patrick explains and we discuss the immediate issues that resident and non-resident UK residential property and land owners need to consider now, from a CGT, IHT, SDLT and ATED perspective.(Patrick Way QC can be contacted at www.fieldtax.com)______________________________________________________________________________________A new episode will be uploaded regularly and if you have any burning questions or queries regarding any tax or legal topic surrounding UK property, t...2021-07-0927 minThe Property PlanetComplex SDLT - Multiple Dwellings Relief and the new 2% Non-UK residents chargeSend us a textIn this episode, we are joined again by Patrick Cannon, Barrister of Cannon Chambers to discuss the ever increasingly complex world of Stamp Duty Land Tax.We discuss the issues when applying Multiple Dwellings Relief on purchases and just how complex the new 2% Non-UK residents charge is going to be to understand, apply and how it is going to be open to potentially abusive and fraudulent use.(Patrick can be contacted at www.cannonchambers.co.uk)______________________________________________________________________________________A new episode will be uploaded bi-weekly, and...2021-03-1638 minThe Property PlanetHow to use an Architect effectively and top tips on submitting planning applicationsSend us a textIn this weeks episode, instead of our planned head-to-head session we have special guest Ani Mokashi, Architect, of The Property Foundation Group.We discuss how using an architect at the start of a development can same time with planning, save costs and add real tangible value to the project. Plus some fantastic tips on how to use the planning application process to your benefit.(Ani Mokashi can be contacted at www.propertyfoundationsgroup.com)Next week will be out head-to-head session as planned!______________________________________________________________________________________2021-03-0129 minThe Property PlanetProperty businesses, issues with incorporation and also business property reliefSend us a textIn this weeks episode , our special guest is Katherine Bullock of Field Court Tax Chambers. We discuss the nuances of property business incorporation and also touch on business property relief for Inheritance Tax.Katherine joined Field Court Tax Chambers in 2018, having previously been a senior tax partner with two Big 4 professional services firms for over 15 years, first as head of the UK Private Client Practice of PwC and then as the head of the Private Client Practice for Europe, Middle East, India and Asia and UK Family Business Leader at...2021-02-2333 minThe Property PlanetOptimum Tax Structures For Holding Property...and Who'd Be A Property Developer?Send us a textIn this weeks episode , our special guests are Patrick Soares of Field Court Tax Chambers and Michael Bennett, entrepreneur and property developer. Patrick explains the optimum tax structures for holding property and Michael explains how he got into property development and what a steep learning curve it is from day 1!(Patrick Soares can be contacted at www.fieldtax.com)Join us next week, where we are joined by Katherine Bullock of Field Court Tax Chambers where we discuss incorporation of a property business and...2021-02-1545 minThe Property PlanetBuying Property at Auction - What to do, and what not to do; and when it goes horribly wrong!Send us a textIn this weeks episode , our special guests are Hammered Auction House team of Piotr Rusinek and Jay Howard. They explain the function and the versatility of using an auction house, both to buy and sell property, and give us the top 5 mistakes that people make; plus some real horror stories of what can go wrong!(Piotr and Jay can be contacted at www.hammeredauctions.co.uk)Join us next week, where we are joined by Patrick Soares of Field Court Tax Chambers and Michael Bennett, ent...2021-02-0845 minThe Property PlanetProperty litigation under CV19 and how landlords can change the locks...legally!Send us a textIn this weeks episode , our special guests are Edward Jones and Sandra Rankine, property litigation solicitors, in England & Scotland, discussing the very real issues landlords and tenants are facing under the current CV19 pandemicThey take us through the ins and out of the property litigation market under the current climate, from the tenants and the landlords perspective, and give us valuable tips on how to resolve (or avoid where possible) current and prospective disputes between tenant and landlords.(Edward and Sandra can be contacted at w...2021-02-0136 minThe Property PlanetInvestment advice, trustees disputes, English & Scottish law comparison and much moreSend us a textIn this weeks episode , our special guests are James Wilson of FLM Wealth Management, ex-chartered accountant, ex-TV gameshow personality and ex-former boyband member, and David Welsh, Scottish and English barrister, discussing private client matters and trustee disputes issues.James takes us through the wide variety of investment work he undertakes on behalf of clients, both in the UK and abroad and regales us with tales from his past.(James Wilson can be contacted at james.wilson@sjpp.co.uk)We then listen to D...2021-01-2528 minThe Property PlanetSDLT - What is an Annex? Multiple Dwellings Relief, Trustee/Beneficiary disputes and much, much moreSend us a textIn this weeks episode , our special guests are Patrick Cannon, leading barrister in all things SDLT and Rod Turner, respected property Developer/Investor and host of the RodCast.Patrick takes us through recent cases where he is representing taxpayers before the tax tribunals dealing with SDLT on the issues of the definition of an Annex, the mechanics of multiple dwellings relief, plus what does 'uninhabitable' mean and many other subtle nuances of the SDLT legislation.(Patrick Cannon can be contacted at www.patrickcannon.net.)W...2021-01-1740 minThe Property PlanetCompany Law, How To Find A Property JV, Property Mentoring and EducationSend us a textIn our first episode of 2021, our special guests are Ian Burton, Corporate Lawyer and Adam Vickers of the Property Foundations Group.Ian takes us through what type of company law work he undertakes, how he became qualified at the New York Bar, and what to watch out for when working with family and friends.(Ian Burton can be contacted at www.iburtonlegal.com)We then have a fascinating discussion with Adam Vickers on the benefits of joining a property network, finding a property m...2021-01-1141 minThe Property PlanetVAT and Commercial Property, property and the ATED Stamp Duty Land TaxSend us a textIn this the last episode of 2020, our special guests are Patrick Way QC of Field Court Tax Chambers and our very own Jane Deeks, VAT specialist.Patrick takes us through what type of property holding structures are now caught by the Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings charge and how it is possible to unpick these structures to avoid the charge.(Patrick Way QC can be contacted at www.fieldtax.com)We then have a discussion on the common VAT issues surrounding the purchase...2020-12-2031 minThe Property PlanetProperty Planning Ideas, Loan Charge Update and Property Networks - Good or Bad?Send us a textIn this weeks episode, our special guests are Andrew Thornhill QC of Exchequer Chambers and Adam Lawrence of Partners In Property Network (PIPN)Andrew takes us through the history of Exchequer Chambers, and what types of work they are involved in, before an interesting discussion on property structures and possible new property IHT planning ideas. We then shoot off on a tangent to discuss the current aspects of the Loan Charge defence, which Andrew is very much involved with, and which may very well effect many listeners.(...2020-12-1553 minThe Property PlanetRestructuring your property business...don't forget your Wills and LPA's!Send us a textIn this weeks episode, we discuss how critical it is to not overlook Wills and LPA's when thinking of restructuring your property business.The fundamental questions we address are:What is the point of a Will - why not rely on intestacy, what is intestacy;Who are the main appointments in a will - professional executors or not?Important considerations in relation to generational planning in line with the structuring of a property portfolioHow do I protect my estate from divorce; step children; subsequent marriages?Clients misunderstanding about Mirror Wills...2020-12-0727 minThe Property PlanetOwning Property, legal and beneficial ownership. What's the difference?Send us a textIn this episode, our very first episode, we discuss the various ways in which UK property can be owned and the critical interaction with your lenders terms and conditions.So what are the 5 ways of owning UK property?Joint tenancy.Tenancy in commonFreeholdLeasesholdBeneficial interest trustsWe explore the fundamental difference between legal and beneficial ownership, and how this dictates how any income will be taxed.How easy it is to split the title of a freehold, into distinct separate titles, and the uplift this gives in valuation...2020-11-2816 min