Stamp duty prep ahead of HMRC rule changes
Original Article Summary
HMRC has confirmed the scope of new tax adviser registration regulations
PropMatch Curated Analysis
HMRC confirms SDLT filings will fall under new tax adviser registration rules from May 2026, increasing compliance burden and costs for property transactions. New services are emerging to help manage the additional requirements.
Investor Relevance
This directly affects transaction costs and timelines for all property acquisitions and disposals. Investors need to budget for higher SDLT compliance costs and potentially longer completion times, while ensuring their advisers are properly qualified and insured.
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