An asset that has highly appreciated and owned in joint names can cause a challenge when it comes to IHT planning. Here we take a look at some careful IHT planning we assisted a client with in relation to a jointly owned asset.
Resolving HMRC Enquiry for Underdeclared Property Income
A client received a letter from HMRC regarding undeclared property income.
As this was a prompted enquiry, the risk of higher penalties was significant, causing considerable worry for the client.
Task
Our task was to assess the level of underpaid tax and negotiate a settlement with HMRC, avoiding the need for a formal let property campaign disclosure.
Action
Assessment and Evaluation
We quickly assessed the level of underpaid tax related to the client’s property income.
Negotiation with HMRC
We were then able to engage in direct communication with HMRC to discuss the enquiry.
Following communication with HMRC we successfully negotiated a settlement without the need for a formal let property campaign disclosure.
Result
Avoided Formal Disclosure
We were able to resolve the issue without necessitating a formal let property campaign disclosure.
Reduced Penalties
Mitigated the risk of higher penalties associated with the prompted enquiry.
Client Reassurance
Alleviated the client’s worry by providing a swift resolution to the HMRC enquiry.
Financial Savings
Saved the client a significant amount of money by preventing prolonged investigations and potential higher penalties.
Summary
We were able to quickly address a client’s HMRC enquiry regarding underdeclared property income, minimising financial risk and stress.
By assessing the unpaid tax and directly negotiating with HMRC, we avoided a formal Let Property Campaign disclosure and significantly reduced potential penalties, providing the client with peace of mind and substantial financial savings.
Getting in touch with us
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