UK2.1ÌýÌýÌýÌý Property purchases in the UK
Where an individual wishes to purchase a property in the UK, the first matter for consideration is who or what entity should acquire the asset. This will be influenced by the long term intentions of the purchaser. Property may be acquired in personal names, co-ownership and/or partnership structures, through different forms of trusts and through companies.
UK2.1.1ÌýÌýÌýÌý UK property purchase—residential property versus commercial property
If a person wishes to acquire a UK property, it is important to understand the differences between the UK tax treatment of residential property and commercial property.
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