SDLT: Black and White, or (50) Shades of Grey?
Matt Spencer and Charlotte Jeanroy of Kingsley Napley explore the 'wonderfully complicated' world of Stamp Duty, highlighting a number of legitimate ways buyers can mitigate their transaction tax burden.

Matt Spencer is a partner within Kinglsey Napley's Corporate, Commercial and Finance team, specialising in tax law, advising on and efficiently structuring a wide range of corporate and real estate transactions including M&A, land transfers, developments and leases.
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