- HMRC warns against a tax avoidance scheme involving property transfers to an LLP and subsequent liquidation.
- The scheme aims to reduce or avoid CGT, SDLT, and inheritance tax.
- HMRC believes the scheme is ineffective due to specific tax regulations.
- New rules apply to MVLs from 30 October 2024, affecting CGT treatment.
- Finance Act 2003 prevents SDLT reduction through pre-arranged steps.
- Property rental businesses may not qualify for business property relief.
- The general anti-abuse rule may apply to the scheme.
- Non-natural persons owning residential property may face ATED charges.
- HMRC advises withdrawing from the scheme and settling tax affairs.
- Implications for scheme promoters are outlined in the Spotlight.
Source: icaew.com
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