An unwieldy system with many anomalies: The case for simplifying SDLT
The rules around stamp duty are unduly complex, writes Elizabeth Small - and complexity inevitably brings a degree of uncertainty, which benefits neither the taxpayer nor the taxman...
Elizabeth Small is a corporate tax lawyer who enjoys advising on M&A and corporate reconstructions, with particular reference to demergers. To achieve an efficient tax result, Elizabeth takes a holistic approach, ensuring that all tax aspects (including CIS, VAT, SDLT, corporate tax and CGT) of any transaction are considered, as well as the potential use of entrepreneur’s relief and employee incentives.
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PCL homes have lost a quarter of their value since 2014
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