About: People usually come to me with complex questions their solicitor cannot answer, and after I clarify their position by email, they may leave a review or charitable  donation, or, if a formal letter of advice is needed, I provide one for a fee that reflects both the expertise and the responsibility of defending that advice if a tax authority later enquires.

Below is an email exchange where someone asked a difficult question, and I have responded as clearly and accurately as I can based on the facts given.

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Asbestos / contamination

Asbestos / contamination

Annexes & subsidiary dwellings

Agricultural / land

Company purchases & structuring

Asbestos / contamination

Asbestos / contamination

Asbestos / contamination

Asbestos / contamination

Asbestos / contamination

Asbestos / contamination

Asbestos / contamination

Asbestos / contamination

Asbestos / contamination

Assess habitability or property condition for classification | Top ↑

Asbestos / contamination

Damp / mould

Derelict / severely damaged

General

LBTT-specific

Uninhabitable / Mudan

Unsafe / prohibition

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Avoid paying higher rates / avoid ADS / structure purchase | Top ↑

General

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Check eligibility for relief (FTB, MDR, mixed-use, trader relief, etc.) | Top ↑

Annexes & subsidiary dwellings

Auction purchases

Company purchases & structuring

Deeds / co-ownership / trust

Derelict / severely damaged

First-time buyer rules

General

HMRC enquiries / appeals

LBTT-specific

LTT-specific

Non-functional facilities

Probate / inheritance

Property trader relief

Uninhabitable / Mudan

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Check if tax is correct / Understand correct SDLT/LTT rules | Top ↑

Agricultural / land

Annexes & subsidiary dwellings

Asbestos / contamination

Deeds / co-ownership / trust

Development / planning

General

LBTT-specific

LTT-specific

Mixed-use classification

Non-functional facilities

Probate / inheritance

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Company structuring / incorporation / property transfers | Top ↑

Company purchases & structuring

General

Mixed-use classification

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Correct solicitor mistakes / amend return | Top ↑

Deeds / co-ownership / trust

General

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Cross-border impact (overseas property, residence rules) | Top ↑

General

Probate / inheritance

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Deal with HMRC enquiries / appeals / compliance checks | Top ↑

Derelict / severely damaged

HMRC enquiries / appeals

Uninhabitable / Mudan

Unsafe / prohibition

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Determine rates on unusual or complex transactions | Top ↑

Company purchases & structuring

Deeds / co-ownership / trust

General

LBTT-specific

LTT-specific

Mixed-use classification

Probate / inheritance

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Linked transaction treatment / combining titles / apportionment | Top ↑

Auction purchases

Company purchases & structuring

General

Mixed-use classification

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Obtain specialist advice / book consultation | Top ↑

General

LBTT-specific

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Recover overpaid tax (refund / reclaim / overpayment relief) | Top ↑

Asbestos / contamination

Auction purchases

Boiler / essential services

Damp / mould

Derelict / severely damaged

Fire damage

General

HMRC enquiries / appeals

Probate / inheritance

Refunds / overpayment relief

Uninhabitable / Mudan

Unsafe / prohibition

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Timing rules (3-year, 12-month, 9-month, etc.) | Top ↑

Boiler / essential services

LBTT-specific

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Understand documentation and process (forms, TR1, agent authority) | Top ↑

Annexes & subsidiary dwellings

Auction purchases

Company purchases & structuring

Deeds / co-ownership / trust

General

HMRC enquiries / appeals

LBTT-specific

LTT-specific

Mixed-use classification

Probate / inheritance

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Nick Garner - Land Tax Expert

Stamp Duty Issues? I Solve Them.

Hi, I’m Nick Garner. If your conveyancer is unsure, or if HMRC is asking questions, don’t panic. I handle the complex cases that standard solicitors often can’t.

❓ Start Here: Free Informal Opinion

Got a question? Don’t guess. Email me your case details for a free initial assessment of your liability position.

✉️ Email: [email protected]

Buying Now?

Indemnified Advice

If your transaction is complex (Mixed Use, Uninhabitable, Multiple Dwellings), your conveyancer may be hesitant. I provide the legal backing they need.

  • Solution 1: Indemnified Advice
    Formal letters to satisfy your conveyancer.
  • Solution 2: Compass SDLT Submission
    We act as Tax Agent to submit the return.

Already Paid?

SDLT Reclaims & Refunds

Overpaid on SDLT, LTT, or LBTT? I handle the entire process to get your money back.

  • Uninhabitable Property Claims
  • Mixed Use Claims
  • Property Trader Relief
NO WIN, NO FEE.
You receive the refund, then pay me.

HMRC Enquiry Defence & Professional Indemnity

My advisory work is covered by a professional indemnity insurance policy issued by Markel International Insurance Company Limited (up to £250,000 per claim). This protects you and ensures your position is legally documented.


Urgent Enquiry? Call me directly.

📞 0204 577 3323

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