SDLT and Divorce: Property Transfer and the 3% Surcharge

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Are you transferring property through a divorce or separation? Dealing with Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) can be complex, and it’s crucial to understand how to minimise costs. Transfers between two former partners may qualify for stamp duty relief and exceptions from the 3% additional rates, especially when timing the purchase of a replacement home.…

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Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Rule Changes for Divorcing Couples

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When couples go through a divorce or separation, transferring the matrimonial home and other properties between them can result in a Capital Gains Tax (CGT) liability. However, new rules announced in the Government’s Spring Budget extend the period during which CGT relief can be claimed on asset transfers. Effective from 6th April 2023, these new…

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