SDLT training is most effective when it reflects how issues arise in real conveyancing transactions.

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Our sessions are built around practical scenarios rather than abstract rules, helping teams understand:

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• Where SDLT issues arise in day-to-day work
• How to identify potential tax risks early
• When a matter may require specialist input
• How to communicate SDLT issues clearly to clients

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The aim is not to turn conveyancers into tax specialists, but to provide clarity and confidence in identifying and managing risk.

Our SDLT training is designed for:

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• Residential conveyancers and fee earners
• Heads of department and team leaders
• Firms seeking to reduce SDLT-related risk
• Practices looking to strengthen internal processes and training

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Sessions can be tailored to different levels of experience, from junior fee earners through to senior practitioners.

Our training focuses on the areas where issues most commonly arise in practice, including:

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• Higher rates for additional dwellings
• Replacement of main residence rules
• Mixed-use property and classification
• Linked transactions and multiple purchases
• SDLT refunds and common misconceptions

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We also incorporate recent tribunal decisions and HMRC approach, helping teams understand how rules are applied in practice.

A key focus of our training is helping firms understand where the boundary lies between conveyancing and tax advice.

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This includes:

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• Identifying when SDLT issues move beyond standard conveyancing
• Understanding the risks of providing unintended tax advice
• Recognising when specialist input is required
• Managing client expectations and communication

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This is particularly important in areas where the law is complex or fact-specific, and where incorrect assumptions can lead to significant exposure.

We deliver training in a format that is practical, accessible and relevant to the firm.

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This can include:

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• In-person training sessions
• Online or hybrid delivery
• Tailored sessions based on the firm’s work profile

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Sessions are typically presentation-led and allow teams to work through real-world scenarios and ask questions based on their own experience.

Our training is informed by ongoing advisory work in SDLT and property tax.

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This means that sessions reflect current issues, HMRC trends and real-world challenges faced by firms.

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We focus on:

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• Clear, practical guidance rather than technical theory
• Scenario-led learning that reflects actual transactions
• Helping teams build confidence in identifying and managing SDLT risk
• Providing insight into areas where HMRC scrutiny is increasing

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The result is training that is directly relevant to day-to-day conveyancing work.

SDLT remains one of the most common sources of risk within residential conveyancing, particularly where rules are complex and fact-specific. Training that reflects real transactions can help teams identify issues early, manage client expectations and reduce the likelihood of errors.

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Whether you are looking to provide foundational SDLT training or develop a more advanced understanding within your team, we can deliver sessions tailored to your firm’s needs.

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If you would like to arrange SDLT training for your team, we would be happy to discuss your requirements.