PP 6 - Post-completion steps Flashcards

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Q

What is SDLT and when must it be paid?

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Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) applies in England

  • Based on purchase price
  • Must be submitted & paid within 14 days of completion
  • Filed online via HMRC portal
  • Buyer’s solicitor receives SDLT5 certificate
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What is LTT and when must it be paid?

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Land Transaction Tax (LTT) applies in Wales

  • Based on purchase price
  • Must be submitted & paid within 30 days of completion
  • Filed online via Welsh Revenue Authority portal
  • Buyer’s solicitor receives WRA certificate
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3
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When must a charge be registered at Companies House for company buyers?

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  • Within 21 days of creation (i.e., completion date)
  • Includes amendments to charges
  • If missed → Court order required to register later
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4
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What is the time limit for maintaining priority after OS1 search?

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  • 30 working days from date of OS1 pre-completion search
  • No other formal deadline
  • Losing priority risks interference from third-party claims
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5
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What form is used to register a transfer for registered land?

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Form AP1, submitted with:

  • TR1 transfer deed
  • SDLT5/WRA certificate
  • Form DS1 (if mortgage redeemed)
  • Mortgage deed (if new charge created)
  • Companies House charge certificate (if applicable)
  • Form DI (for overriding interests)
  • Any supporting documents
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6
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What forms are used for first registration of unregistered land?

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  • Form FR1 (first registration)
  • Form DL (list of enclosures)
  • Certified copies of deeds if sent by post/DX
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7
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What documents must be submitted for unregistered land registration?

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  • Transfer deed
  • Mortgage deed
  • Epitome of title
  • Land Charges searches (seller & past owners)
  • SDLT5/WRA certificate
  • FR1 & DL forms
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What is the time limit for registering unregistered land after completion?

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  • Within 2 months of completion
  • Can be extended via application to Land Registry
  • Failure = transaction is void
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What document does the buyer receive once registration is complete?

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  • New Official Copies
  • Title Information Document (TID)
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