Stamp Duty Levies: Worth Investing in Property through a Limited Company?
A swiftly changing tax landscape is adding more confusion to the pros and cons of purchasing a rental property as an incorporated company vs as a private individual. Many landlords have opted to transfer ownership of property assets to an SPV, a limited company specific to the property letting sector. However, where the rental property belongs to an existing company owner, they might decide to transfer ownership or invest in a new property through their commercial business. In this guide, the Tod Anstee team explores all the options, with comparable information to help you make informed decisions about which property ownership structure is right for your portfolio. Stamp Duty Rates for Limited Companies, SPVs and Individual Property Investors Stamp duty is payable by the property investor at the point of acquisition, but rates vary depending on your tax position and legal ownership status. Limited companies pay commercial stamp duty at 15% if the property is intended a