Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) – A Beginner’s Guide

Land Tax

What is SDLT? SDLT is a capital tax payable by the purchaser of both freehold and leasehold interests in property and land situated in England or Northern Ireland. It is calculated by reference to a percentage(s) of the chargeable consideration. This would usually be the property’s purchase price though it can also include the release […]

Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs) – Tax efficient exit and succession planning

Written by Tax Partner, Thomas Adcock What is an EOT?   An EOT is a special form of employee benefit trust which was introduced by the Government in 2014 to further encourage and support employee ownership of UK trading companies, via an indirect holding.   EOTs are an alternative form of company exit for shareholders […]