Richard Levy
Audit Partner
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITS)
The UK Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) market is experiencing significant growth and diversification, driven by investor demand for stable, tax-efficient property investments. REITs offer compelling commercial advantages, including exemption from UK corporation tax on property rental income and capital gains, making them a popular vehicle for institutional and retail investors alike.
As REIT specialists, we can help your businesses navigate the strict conditions and evolving regulatory landscape to join and thrive within the regime. Private and public REITs across diverse asset classes trust our expert guidance to navigate requirements and maximise their value.
Why choose our REIT services?
Over half of the REITs listed on the London Stock Exchange are our clients.
Our team of specialists spans audit, tax and advisory with a deep understanding of REITs and investment property. We work with businesses across REIT asset classes including healthcare, supermarkets, warehouses, industrial, offices, car parks and long-lease assets.
We provide end-to-end support for REITs, from conversion to ongoing compliance and growth. Our experience includes:
- Assisting businesses in converting to REIT status
- Structuring and launching new REITs
- Advising on capital raises, equity transactions, and M&A deals
- Developing and implementing property acquisition and development strategies
- Maximizing asset value and business potential
- Acting as reporting accountant for REITs
- Supporting large-scale real estate monetization projects
Download our guide on Becoming a UK-REIT to find out more about the REIT regime.
Our experience in the REIT regime
Through regular dialogue with the European Public Real Estate Association (EPRA) and the British Property Federation (BPF) we keep you and your company ahead of the curve on economic and regulatory impacts.
Our Business Services and Outsourcing team also can provide you with tailored accounting and operational support designed to meet the unique needs of a REIT. These services include day-to-day accounting and management reporting, VAT compliance, payment services, and company secretarial functions, ensuring your business remains agile, efficient, and compliant at every stage of its lifecycle.
