Investing in property appeals to many people. Rental yield, the opportunity for capital growth over the long-term and the option to secure borrowings to fund part of the cost, make property investment an attractive proposition.
However, as a property investor, you need to be aware of the potential tax pitfalls which could trip you up if you have not given sufficient thought to tax planning.
We can advise on a range of areas including:
- Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)
- Income and capital gains tax
- Mortgage interest relief
- Form 17 declaration of benefits
- Rent a room scheme tax reliefs
- Furnished holiday let tax concessions
- Private lettings relief
- Main residence exemption
- Sale of part of the garden
- Financial cost relief
- Services for non-residential landlords
- Inheritance tax – including residential nil rate band allowance
- National insurance contributions
Our experts are also able to provide advice and practical solutions on a range of commercial tax issues including:
- Capital allowances on commercial property
- Gains on disposal
- Offsetting losses
- Property development and investments
Let us help minimise your property tax burdens – contact us now for expert advice.
Meet the property tax team
Partner & Statutory Director
Tim’s passion lies in helping his clients maximise their wealth through successful tax planning for the future. Whether you are seeking a solution on the most efficient way to implement your inheritance plans or would simply like some plain-English advice on your tax liabilities, Tim is expertly placed to offer you a highly professional and personalised service.
Having previously worked for HMRC, Tim Cook can use his insights to assist with HMRC investigations and ensure that you are informed at all times, and can offer you clear and simple advice throughout the process.
His technical areas of expertise include tax planning, pensions, emigration and trusts. Tim works with entrepreneurs, and families from a wide range of backgrounds, based both in the UK and overseas.
Tim Cook joined Wilder Coe in 1996 and was made Tax Partner in 2001.
Professional Memberships
- Affiliate of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Professional Areas of Expertise
- Tax Planning
- Pension Planning
- Inheritance Tax
- Trusts
- HM Revenue and Customs Investigations
- International Tax
- Capital Gains Tax
Sectors of Expertise
- Entrepreneurs
- High Net-Worth Individuals
Read Tim Cook’s latest insights:
- Wilder Coe appoints two Tax Partners - 2 Apr 24
- Economic Crime Levy - 25 Apr 23
- UK IHT (Inheritance Tax) and planning strategies recording - 4 Jul 22
Partner
Pauline Hudd provides clients with practical advice and pragmatic solutions in relation to all aspects of stamp taxes. Her wide-ranging experience on corporate and real estate transactions means that she gives bespoke advice tailored to the needs of clients, whether they are major multinationals, financial institutions or individual investors.
She has a proven track record in delivering outcomes on unwinding complex structures, working alongside lenders on re-financing projects and supporting corporate trustees and offshore lawyers in managing transactions across multiple jurisdictions.
She has also supported administrators and liquidators on assets disposals to realise value from property portfolios. In addition, she has worked extensively on public sector projects, ranging from urban regeneration to student accommodation out-sourcing. Her considerable expertise comes from her 14 years in practice at KPMG and through her previous role as Assistant Controller at HMRC Stamp Office.
Pauline Hudd joined Wilder Coe in March 2016 and was made Partner in September 2016.
Qualifications
- BA (Hons) – University College Cardiff
Professional memberships
- Member of the Stamp Taxes Practitioners Group
Professional Areas of Expertise
- Stamp duty
- Stamp duty land tax (SDLT)
- Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED)
Sectors of expertise
- Hotel groups
- Property investors and funds
- Property developers
- Charities
- Financial Industry clients
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