Option for VAT-taxable rental of real estate: requirements, benefits, and legal implications

Rental of immovable property is usually exempt from VAT
Option to choose VAT-taxable rental under certain conditions
Benefits of VAT-taxable rental include right to input tax deduction and liquidity advantage
Conditions for VAT-taxable rental include property not being used as a residence, tenant using property for VAT-taxable activities, and agreement between landlord and tenant
Once opted for VAT-taxable rental, cannot be reversed unless conditions are no longer met
Failure to meet conditions results in rental being exempt from VAT with consequences for input tax deduction
Option for VAT-taxable rental must be invoked within three months of rental start to avoid retroactive VAT exemption
Check if all conditions for VAT-taxable rental are met before starting or continuing rental of property

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