DiscoverProperty Investors Podcast84: Shocking Property Laws I Wish I Knew Sooner
84: Shocking Property Laws I Wish I Knew Sooner

84: Shocking Property Laws I Wish I Knew Sooner

Update: 2025-06-17
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In this episode, we delve into seven surprising property laws and loopholes that most investors are unaware of, costing them thousands in missed opportunities. We'll discuss strategies like the uninhabitable property exemption for stamp duty, grandfather rights for HMOs in Article 4 areas, and the benefits of permitted development rights. Additionally, we cover topics such as 5% VAT on long-term empty properties, zero-rated VAT on new dwellings from commercial conversions, and capital allowances on fixtures in commercial or mixed-use properties. We'll also touch on the DIY VAT refund scheme for new builds and how you can leverage paperwork to add value to leasehold properties. Finally, we’ll discuss an intriguing news story on how a couple earned 17 million tax-free by leveraging property laws. Don't miss these valuable tips and tricks to enhance your property investment strategy!



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00:00 Introduction to Shocking Property Laws

00:55 Stamp Duty: Uninhabitable Property Exemption

06:44 Grandfather Rights for HMOs in Article Four Areas

11:32 Permitted Development Rights: Class MA

15:54 5% VAT on Renovating Long-Term Empty Properties

17:01 Massive Savings on VAT

18:16 Zero Rated VAT on New Dwellings

20:08 Capital Allowance on Fixtures

23:16 DIY VAT Refund Scheme

24:19 No Stamp Duty on Garden Split

26:23 Paperwork, Not Brickwork

28:12 In the News: Tax-Free Millions



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84: Shocking Property Laws I Wish I Knew Sooner

84: Shocking Property Laws I Wish I Knew Sooner

Russell Leeds and Anna Leeds