Who We Help

We support clients ranging from first-time landlords to large-scale investors, including property owners, property investors, and businesses involved in landlords and property. Our typical clients include:

Landlords & Buy-to-Let Investors

• Individual landlords across London and the UK
• Owners of single lets, HMOs and short-term/holiday lets
• Accidental landlords needing help catching up on historic tax returns
• Landlords and property investors managing multiple properties, seeking guidance on property ownership structures and strategies to minimise tax exposure

Limited Company Landlords

• SPVs and property investment companies
• Portfolio incorporations and restructuring
• Directors needing combined personal and company tax planning
• Assistance with Companies House compliance, company tax return filings, and maximising capital allowances for limited company landlords to ensure tax efficiency and meet statutory obligations

Developers & Professional Investors

• Property developers and traders: We provide specialist advice and support for property developers, including guidance on available reliefs and maximising capital allowance claims to reduce tax liabilities. Our tailored services help developers navigate the complexities of property tax, ensuring they benefit from all relevant reliefs and allowances.
• Flips, refurbishments, conversions and new-builds: We advise on the tax implications of property flips, refurbishments, conversions, and new-build projects, helping you structure your investments efficiently and claim all available reliefs.
• Joint ventures and family investment structures: Our team assists with structuring joint ventures and family investment vehicles, ensuring optimal tax efficiency and access to all available reliefs, including capital allowance claims.

Non-Resident & Overseas Owners

• Non-resident landlords with UK rental income
• Advice on NRCGT (Non-Resident Capital Gains Tax)
• Coordination with overseas tax advisors
• Guidance on UK property tax for overseas owners, including support with property acquisition in the UK and advice on managing all relevant property taxes such as Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), income tax, and other ongoing taxes

Our Property Tax Services

We offer a full suite of specialist property tax services tailored to UK property legislation. As a one stop shop for property accounting services, we are committed to delivering the best service to our clients in an efficient manner.

Property Tax Planning

• Review of current portfolio and ownership structure
• Personal vs. limited company planning
• Advice covering income tax, corporation tax and capital gains tax
• Succession and inheritance tax planning for property wealth
• Careful planning to minimise tax liability, maximise available tax reliefs, and ensure personal tax considerations are fully integrated into your property tax strategy

Compliance & Returns

• Self Assessment tax returns for landlords
• Corporation tax returns and accounts for SPVs
• Non-resident landlord scheme registrations and filings
• HMRC disclosures and resolving previous tax issues
• Annual tax compliance, including advice and support with all types of tax return filings (such as property tax returns, company tax returns, and self-assessment), and specialist guidance on the Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED) for clients with enveloped dwellings

Buying & Selling Property

• SDLT (Stamp Duty Land Tax) reviews and calculations, including guidance on residential property transactions
• Capital Gains Tax (CGT) reporting and advice
• Relief claims: PPR, lettings relief, incorporation relief, rollover relief
• Support with HMRC’s Property Campaign for landlords needing to disclose unreported rental income
• Provision of professional advice throughout the buying and selling process, including liaison with solicitors and mortgage brokers

Ongoing Advisory Support

• Support on allowable expenses and reliefs
• Review of new purchases or disposals before completion
• Regular reviews to keep tax planning up to date
• Support during HMRC enquiries and investigations
• Ongoing access to experienced tax advisers who provide expert guidance, ensuring clients are aware of legislative changes, tax implications, and opportunities for efficient property tax planning

Why Should You Consult Specialist Property Tax Accountants in London

Property tax is one of the most complex areas of UK taxation, and nowhere is it more intricate than in London, where property values, ownership structures and investment strategies can vary significantly. Navigating property taxation in this environment requires careful management of tax exposure and strategic planning to protect your valuable assets. A specialist property tax accountant understands the unique rules affecting landlords, investors and developers from mortgage interest restrictions and CGT reporting to SDLT surcharges and reliefs ensuring you stay compliant while avoiding costly mistakes.

General accountants may not have the depth of experience needed to navigate the fast-changing landscape of property legislation. Specialist advisors work with property clients every day, giving them the insight to identify opportunities, reduce tax liabilities and structure your portfolio as efficiently as possible. Whether you own a single buy-to-let or a multi-property portfolio, this expertise can make a significant financial difference.

London’s property market also brings additional considerations, such as complex transactions, overseas ownership, and high-value disposals. A dedicated property tax accountant can provide tailored, proactive planning so you know the tax impact of every decision before you make it. In short, specialist advice offers peace of mind, compliance, and measurable long-term tax savings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a specialist property tax accountant?

Yes. General accountants may miss property-specific reliefs and planning opportunities. A property specialist works in this area every day.

Should I buy property personally or through a company?

It depends. Factors include income level, mortgage interest, long-term plans and whether you plan to hold or sell. We compare both scenarios for you.

Can you help if I’m behind on my tax returns?

Absolutely. We frequently help landlords regularise their tax affairs using HMRC disclosure routes where penalties are lower if you act proactively.

Do you work with overseas landlords?

Yes. We act for many non-resident landlords with UK property and can coordinate with overseas accountants if required.