Hear Directly from HMLR and SRA – The importance of Safe Harbour Status
Minerva have released the details of their latest in a series of webinars in conversation with influencers, regulators and experts within the industry. This time sees the digital and anti-money laundering teams from HMLR and the SRA come together for a panel discussion around the importance of adhering to the Safe Harbour Standard, what this […]
Cladding scandal could wipe up to £41bn from flat valuations
Flat owners caught in cladding scandal could see up to £11.43bn wiped from the value of their bricks and mortar. Research by Newcastle-based property developer, StripeHomes, has revealed how much leasehold flat owners could see wiped off the value of their home, should they find their home is affected by ACM and other unsafe materials. […]
Are there CGT implications for properties with home offices?
Estate Agent Today published an article yesterday which was brought to their attention by an agent. The article source reveals that their is a risk of Capital Gains Tax (CGT) being levied on the vendors of properties that have a home office. This became apparent in a recent transaction they’ve been involved in. The source […]
SDLT petition calls for holiday to be triggered upon exchange
Last month, a Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) petition was launched by Christopher Holland, who wants the current SDLT holiday to be triggered upon exchange of contracts. Launching his petition, he wrote: “People are finding themselves becoming trapped in a scenario whereby house prices are much higher, and at the same time they will now […]