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VAT advice for Land & Property Developers

From planning applications to sales, VAT can make, or break, a development project. Whether you’re dealing with new-builds, conversions, or land sales, our specialist support keeps projects compliant and profitable.

New property development

Are you a business that also owns residential properties that you rent out?

If so, get in touch with us… as there may be an opportunity for you to claim VAT back on the expenditure that you incur from these properties.

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Project-specific guidance

Whether you're navigating new-build zero-rating, change-of-use, or building regulations, we help you apply the correct VAT treatment.

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Support through all stages

From architectural stages and site acquisition to completion and disposal, we ensure VAT works for your bottom line.

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Consulting plus compliance

We're ready to work in the background or collaborate directly with your team, solicitors, or agents - flexibly supporting your workflow.

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How VATease helps Land & Property Developers

Developers: VAT rules can be a maze, but that’s where we step in.

Trusted by Developers & Businesses across the UK

Verified reviews from clients who we’ve made VAT ‘easy’ for...

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“Max was excellent and quick with his advice. I had some simple questions and he replied via email within 30 minutes and got straight to the point. Will definitely use again as things develop. Thankyou.”

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Andrew Scott

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“I have used VATease from several times over the last aprox 20 years. They have a deep understanding of complicated VAT rules and have always provided prompt, understandable and workable answers to our enquires.”

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Ruby

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“Outstanding service with clarity, speed of response, helpfulness and personable. Thank you SO much VATease for help given this week. I'm an advocate and will recommend whenever the opportunity arises.”

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Lee Cunningham

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"Simone was fantastic to deal with - very helpful, extremely knowledgeable and always quick to deal with any queries. Thank you for your help.”

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Alan Taylor

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"Vatease were able to take the stress out of the complex problem I found myself with the transfer of VAT number. The advice and action were spot on. If you are having any problems with VAT then give Vatease a shout."

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Matthew Dada

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"We are delighted with the service we receive from VATease and would have no hesitation in recommending them to others."

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Paul Farmer

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"Amazing ...responded very quick .i asked for help and it was sorted in less then a day . Thanks guys"

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raymondluk

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"Simone was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and prompt. Her help has enabled us to save a considerable sum in VAT on a renovation project. Highly recommend."

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Alex Hall

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"I can't speak highly enough of the advice and service provided by Simone. Everything was explained in a straightforward way and has been invaluable to our organisation. An easy five stars."

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Christopher Wilde

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"Excellent service and advice. Max responded straight away to my email and was happy to chat through on the phone so I felt he really understood what was needed, he sent the required documentation in record time!"

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Nicola McDermott

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"I'm a small company but needed some specific VAT advice quickly. VATease responded straightaway and answered all of my questions. Fee was very reasonable. Highly recommended."

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Peter Bridges

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"I'm impressed with the service I receive from VATease. Max and team are very knowledgeable. I would recommend Vatease to anyone looking for a professional VAT consutants."

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Sreekanth Pasupuleti

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Why Property Developers get VAT advice from us

HMRC guidance can be vague - and mistakes in property VAT can be costly.

 

With VATease, you get:

  • Deep sector-specific knowledge - no generalist guesswork here.

  • Straightforward, plain-English advice that saves you time (and sleepless nights).

  • Over 30 years of experience in VAT, with a practical, developer-friendly approach.

Our VAT tips for Land & Property Developers

Don't see your topic/question? Contact our team.

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  • VAT and land and property is widely known as being extremely complicated! So complicated in fact that the Office of Tax Simplification recently undertook consultations to see how, if at all, it can be simplified.

     

    You’ve got all sorts to consider; there a potential of four applicable different VAT rates to choose from, capital goods scheme, input tax blocks you name it…

    Luckily for you, we know the ins and outs so that you don’t have to.

    Advising on the VAT implications of land and property transactions is a big part of what we do.

     

    And because when dealing with land and property the figures are always large, it can get quite scary so instead of walking around this house of horrors on your own, let us hold your hand and take the fright out of it all whilst making sure the project is as VAT efficient as possible.

  • In our experience, most people charge the incorrect VAT rate when it comes to commercial property rental.

     

    We will do a free review of your commercial rental receipts and only charge you should we find something wrong.

  • If you are claiming VAT back on land and property expenditure of £250,000 or over, did you know you need to monitor the use of this property for the next 10 years and if there is a change in the VATable use of the property, you may need to make an adjustment and either repay some VAT back to HMRC, or claim some more back! Either way we are here to help!

    The CGS also applies to:

    • Any computer with a VAT exclusive value of £50,000 or more – ‘computer’ means a single item of equipment rather than a complete network (computer software and computerised equipment such as a computerised phone exchange or computer-controlled blast furnace are not included)

    • Capital expenditure on aircraft, ships, boats, and other vessels with a VAT exclusive value of £50,000 or more.

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One-off VAT queries start from just £35.

No hidden costs. No jargon. Just clear, reliable VAT advice for accountants whenever you need it.

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