What We Offer
We help Chinese investors in UK real estate by conducting due diligence, drafting and reviewing contracts, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing tax structures. Services also include risk management, dispute resolution, property management support, and advising on investment structuring and exit strategies to safeguard investments and maximize returns.
Our Mission
We are on a mission to transform the housing market can be framed as a commitment to providing integrated, client-centered services while ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
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Our Vision
We emphasise the importance of fairness, transparency, and the protection of client interests in property transactions.
Key Area of Support
Due Diligence on Property Acquisitions
Conduct thorough checks on property titles, planning permissions, and zoning regulations.
Verify the seller’s ownership and the absence of encumbrances (e.g., debts, liens).
Ensure the property complies with local building codes and standards.
Contract Drafting and Review
Draft and review purchase agreements, leases, and joint venture contracts.
Negotiate terms to protect the investor's interests.
Ensure compliance with UK laws, including language clarity and enforceability.
Regulatory Compliance
Provide guidance on UK property and tax laws.
Assist with compliance regarding anti-money laundering (AML) and property registration.
Ensure adherence to foreign investment rules and visa-related property ownership requirements.
Tax Planning and Optimisation
Advise on Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), inheritance tax, and capital gains tax obligations.
Optimize tax structures, including setting up special purpose vehicles (SPVs) or trusts.
Coordinate with accountants to ensure tax efficiency.
Risk Management
Minimize risks related to disputes, fraud, or unexpected costs.
Address environmental or structural concerns in the property.
Guide investors on mitigating risks of regulatory changes.
Property Management Legal Support
Draft property management agreements for rental properties.
Address tenant-related legal issues, including eviction processes.
Resolve disputes with property managers or contractors.
Dispute Resolution
Represent investors in disputes related to contracts, ownership, or development projects.
Provide alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services, such as mediation or arbitration.
Assist with litigation if required.
Cross-Border Legal Assistance
Help investors navigate differences between UK and Chinese legal systems.
Provide bilingual contracts and ensure clear communication for non-English-speaking clients.
Work with local UK partners to facilitate seamless transactions.
Structuring Investments
Advise on the best investment structures (e.g., personal ownership, corporate structures, or joint ventures).
Protect assets through trusts, holding companies, or offshore entities.
Exit Strategies and Divestment
Assist in selling property, ensuring legal and tax compliance.
Review and negotiate sales agreements to maximize returns.