Property Tax

Property ownership can offer strong returns, but it also brings a complex and ever-evolving tax landscape. Whether you’re a landlord, developer, investor, or business owner with property interests, expert tax planning is essential to protect your returns and stay compliant.

At Prydis, we provide tailored property tax advice across Devon, Cornwall, and the UK, helping individuals and businesses structure their holdings efficiently, manage tax liabilities, and plan for long-term success.

Our Property Tax Services

We advise on all areas of property taxation, from income and capital gains to VAT and stamp duty. Our service is built around proactive planning, clear guidance, and integration with your wider financial or business strategy.

Our services include:

• Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Planning – Structuring disposals and transfers to minimise CGT, including main residence relief, lettings relief, and use of exemptions

• Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) – Guidance on SDLT liabilities for residential, commercial, and mixed-use transactions, including reliefs and surcharges

• Income Tax on Rental Income – Advising landlords and property owners on allowable expenses, ownership structures, and efficient extraction of income

• Property Ownership Structuring – Personal vs company ownership, joint ownership, partnerships, and family trust structures

• Inheritance Tax (IHT) Planning – Protecting long-term value through lifetime planning and integration of property into estate strategies

• VAT on Property Transactions – Advice on VAT registration, opting to tax, and VAT treatment of property development and lettings

• Buy-to-Let and Holiday Let Tax Planning – Tailored guidance for landlords and investors with portfolios or furnished holiday lets

Whether you own one rental property or manage a diversified portfolio, we help you understand the rules, reduce risk, and make informed decisions.

Who We Work With

Our property tax clients include:

• Owner-managed businesses with property as part of their trading or investment structure

• Private landlords with residential and commercial portfolios

• Property developers and construction firms

• Holiday let and Airbnb operators

• Rural estate owners and landed families

• High-net-worth individuals with investment holdings

Whether you’re acquiring, developing, letting, or selling property, our advice is designed to be strategic, clear, and fully aligned with your goals.

Why Property Tax Planning Matters

Property tax is rarely straightforward, and the cost of getting it wrong can be significant. From SDLT surcharges to misreported capital gains, the risks of poor advice are high.

Working with Prydis ensures you:

• Avoid unnecessary tax liabilities or penalties

• Make informed decisions when acquiring or selling property

• Choose the right ownership structure for your needs

• Integrate property tax into your wider financial or business plan

• Maximise after-tax returns and protect long-term value

Local Expertise, National Capability

Based in Exeter, with offices in Liskeard and Newquay, we support clients throughout the South West and across the UK. We bring deep understanding of the local property market and planning environment, paired with national-level technical expertise.

As part of a wider group including financial advisers, planners, and corporate specialists, we offer joined-up thinking that covers both property and the bigger picture.

Get Expert Property Tax Advice

Whether you’re expanding your portfolio, planning a development, or simply want a second opinion on your tax position, we’re here to help. Our property tax experts provide trusted advice and practical support tailored to your situation.

Get in touch today to speak to our property tax team.

Call us – 01392 432431

Branches: Exeter | Newquay | Liskeard | Edinburgh