Capital Allowances - 96% of investors don't know about them!
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Release Date: 03/21/2025
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Episode Title: Capital Allowances - 96% of investors don't know about them!
In this episode, Suzi Carter interviews Arthur Kemp from Exact Capital Allowances Ltd about capital allowances, a significant tax relief opportunity for commercial property investors. Arthur explains the intricacies of capital allowances, including what can be claimed, the process of claiming, and the importance of engaging with sellers.
He highlights the staggering statistic that 96% of property transactions fail to maximize capital allowances, emphasizing the need for awareness and proactive planning.
The discussion also touches on the implications of capital allowances for pension investments and the importance of strategic planning in property investment.
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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
1. Understanding Capital Allowances and Their Benefits
- What capital allowances are and how they work
- How they can reduce your tax liability and boost cash flow
2. Claiming Capital Allowances: The Process
- Step-by-step guide to identifying and claiming allowances
- Common pitfalls to avoid during the process
3. The Importance of Seller Agreements
- Why securing the right agreements with sellers is crucial
- How to maximize your claim through proper documentation
4. Statistics and Common Misconceptions
- Key data on capital allowances and investor uptake
- Dispelling myths and misunderstandings about the process
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Key Takeaways
- Capital allowances are a significant tax relief for commercial property investors.
- Many investors are unaware of the potential benefits of capital allowances.
- The structure of a property can also be claimed for tax relief since 2018.
- Engaging with the seller early is crucial for claiming capital allowances.
- Pension funds cannot directly claim capital allowances but can benefit through related entities.
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Learn More from This Episode’s Guests:
Arthur Kemp is Managing Director of EXACT Capital Allowances Ltd and has been providing expertise in this niche areas for since 2007.
Having been the first to successfully claim on HMO properties back in 2009, as well as educating and sharing knowledge of this complex area at events across Europe, Arthur is always at the forefront of the Capital Allowances sector.
Recent changes in this Tax Relief have meant more tax savings for Commercial property owners, with the introduction of Structure & buildings Allowances. Great claims are available also for Serviced Accommodation and HMO property owners, with a significant case setting a precedent for HMO properties in 2019.
EXACT specialise ONLY in identifying Capital Allowances for property investors across the country.
Arthur can be contacted at [email protected].
Find out more at https://www.exactca.co.uk