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Gifting property can have significant legal and financial consequences, especially when it comes to tax implications, such as capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and stamp duty. Our experienced team at Heppenstalls helps you navigate these considerations, ensuring that the gift is structured to meet your goals while minimising unnecessary costs or liabilities.

We’ll explain your options, assist in the legal documentation, and help you understand how the gift may impact both your estate and the recipient. Our goal is to ensure the transfer is handled smoothly and in accordance with your wishes, while providing peace of mind for all parties involved.

Advantages of Our Service

We simplify what can be a complicated process, making sure that your property ownership change is managed with clarity, precision, and efficiency.

Expert advice
on structuring your gift to achieve your goals
Clear understanding
of tax implications and potential liabilities
Efficient handling
of legal documentation to ensure a smooth transfer
Tailored solutions
to ensure your gift aligns with your financial and personal objectives

Trusted Experts in Gifting Property

At Heppenstalls, we have over 130 years of experience in property law, and our team is trusted to guide clients through the complexities of gifting property. We work closely with you to make sure the process is simple, clear, and legally sound, ensuring that both your interests and those of the recipient are protected.

What Our Clients Say

We’re proud to be the legal partner of choice for so many individuals and families. Here’s what our clients have to say about working with Heppenstalls.

Would highly recommend Heppenstalls and in particular Nathan, who dealt with my recent house purchase. Nathan was professional, efficient and responsive to my queries.
Peter Sageman
Would highly recommend Heppenstalls and in particular Nathan, who dealt with my recent house purchase. Nathan was professional, efficient and... Read more
Would highly recommend Heppenstalls and in particular Nathan, who dealt with my recent house purchase. Nathan was professional, efficient and responsive to my queries. Read less
Peter Sageman
We can’t recommend Olivia highly enough!
We recently used Olivia’s services for both the sale and purchase of our homes, and she was nothing short of exceptional. Her communication was consistently prompt and clear, whether by phone or email, we always felt informed and supported. Our transaction involved a relatively small but complex chain, and a great deal of responsibility fell to Olivia. She handled everything with professionalism, efficiency, and a genuinely friendly manner that made a stressful process feel far more manageable. We’re incredibly grateful to have had Olivia guiding us through it all. She truly took so much of the stress out of the experience, and we wouldn’t hesitate to work with her again in the future.
Ashleigh
We can’t recommend Olivia highly enough!
We recently used Olivia’s services for both the sale and purchase of our homes, and she was nothing short of... Read more
We recently used Olivia’s services for both the sale and purchase of our homes, and she was nothing short of exceptional. Her communication was consistently prompt and clear, whether by phone or email, we always felt informed and supported. Our transaction involved a relatively small but complex chain, and a great deal of responsibility fell to Olivia. She handled everything with professionalism, efficiency, and a genuinely friendly manner that made a stressful process feel far more manageable. We’re incredibly grateful to have had Olivia guiding us through it all. She truly took so much of the stress out of the experience, and we wouldn’t hesitate to work with her again in the future. Read less
Ashleigh
Thank you, Olivia, for guiding us through our first sale so smoothly!
Thank you, Olivia, for guiding us through our first sale so smoothly! We couldn’t recommend Olivia highly enough. As first-time sellers, we were quite anxious about the process, especially given the complexities of our sale — a Help to Buy, share of freehold property with a challenging management pack and detailed leasehold information. Olivia’s knowledge and expertise really shone through. She handled the nuances of the transaction brilliantly and was able to negotiate some complicated and sensitive conversations on our behalf with ease. What really stood out was her excellent communication throughout. She kept us updated every step of the way and was always happy to explain things clearly, no matter how small the question. She really put us at ease and made what could have been a stressful process so much more manageable. Thank you, Olivia, for guiding us through our first sale so smoothly and quickly. We would (and already have) recommend you without hesitation!
Nadine
Thank you, Olivia, for guiding us through our first sale so smoothly!
Thank you, Olivia, for guiding us through our first sale so smoothly! We couldn’t recommend Olivia highly enough. As first-time... Read more
Thank you, Olivia, for guiding us through our first sale so smoothly! We couldn’t recommend Olivia highly enough. As first-time sellers, we were quite anxious about the process, especially given the complexities of our sale — a Help to Buy, share of freehold property with a challenging management pack and detailed leasehold information. Olivia’s knowledge and expertise really shone through. She handled the nuances of the transaction brilliantly and was able to negotiate some complicated and sensitive conversations on our behalf with ease. What really stood out was her excellent communication throughout. She kept us updated every step of the way and was always happy to explain things clearly, no matter how small the question. She really put us at ease and made what could have been a stressful process so much more manageable. Thank you, Olivia, for guiding us through our first sale so smoothly and quickly. We would (and already have) recommend you without hesitation! Read less
Nadine
Highly recommended. Sarah took great care about us and all things needed to sell our house. Everything was planned so well, that even after moving abroad our case was looked after and no need for us to come over. Thank you!
Maja
Highly recommended. Sarah took great care about us and all things needed to sell our house. Everything was planned so... Read more
Highly recommended. Sarah took great care about us and all things needed to sell our house. Everything was planned so well, that even after moving abroad our case was looked after and no need for us to come over. Thank you! Read less
Maja
Thank you so much
Thank you so much for all your help in getting us through this business of selling and buying of our house and flat. We are sending a gift through the post for you all – Cheers !!!
Maureen
Thank you so much
Thank you so much for all your help in getting us through this business of selling and buying of our... Read more
Thank you so much for all your help in getting us through this business of selling and buying of our house and flat. We are sending a gift through the post for you all - Cheers !!! Read less
Maureen
We bought a house and sold a house recently and Heppenstalls were brilliant and very patient! Sarah was brilliant in taking over our case as our previous solicitor had retired. So very patient with all the panic stricken phone calls towards the end from myself and my husband. Thank you Heppenstalls for a job well done! Would not hesitate to use you again.
Anonymous
We bought a house and sold a house recently and Heppenstalls were brilliant and very patient! Sarah was brilliant in... Read more
We bought a house and sold a house recently and Heppenstalls were brilliant and very patient! Sarah was brilliant in taking over our case as our previous solicitor had retired. So very patient with all the panic stricken phone calls towards the end from myself and my husband. Thank you Heppenstalls for a job well done! Would not hesitate to use you again. Read less
Anonymous
I thought that because of the circumstances of the property that we were selling it would be a difficult and time consuming process. The reality was it was a relative smooth experience although the buyers solicitor prevaricated for as long as they could. Olivia at Heppenstalls who was handling the sale was always on top of what was happening and when issues did arise nothing was a problem and always offered a practical solution. Communicated well so that we were never is a situation of not knowing what was going on and when needed was firm with the buyers solicitors. A pleasure to be able to communicate with the individual who had responsibility for the work, thank you Olivia
Henry C
I thought that because of the circumstances of the property that we were selling it would be a difficult and... Read more
I thought that because of the circumstances of the property that we were selling it would be a difficult and time consuming process. The reality was it was a relative smooth experience although the buyers solicitor prevaricated for as long as they could. Olivia at Heppenstalls who was handling the sale was always on top of what was happening and when issues did arise nothing was a problem and always offered a practical solution. Communicated well so that we were never is a situation of not knowing what was going on and when needed was firm with the buyers solicitors. A pleasure to be able to communicate with the individual who had responsibility for the work, thank you Olivia Read less
Henry C
Very relieved to have had a professional and thorough service from the team at Heppenstalls in dealing with the sale of my late mother’s house. The situation was complicated by the house being in a retirement home complex, so there were management company and freeholder interests to take into account. Heppenstalls did a good job keeping on top of the various permissions and inquiries that were required, and in general we were very satisfied with the service.
Anonymous
Very relieved to have had a professional and thorough service from the team at Heppenstalls in dealing with the sale... Read more
Very relieved to have had a professional and thorough service from the team at Heppenstalls in dealing with the sale of my late mother's house. The situation was complicated by the house being in a retirement home complex, so there were management company and freeholder interests to take into account. Heppenstalls did a good job keeping on top of the various permissions and inquiries that were required, and in general we were very satisfied with the service. Read less
Anonymous
Efficient, informed and friendly
I received a great quality of service from Olivia when selling my property recently. Always responsive to my enquiries and emails. Thank you for your kindness and professionalism,
Sharon
Efficient, informed and friendly
I received a great quality of service from Olivia when selling my property recently. Always responsive to my enquiries and... Read more
I received a great quality of service from Olivia when selling my property recently. Always responsive to my enquiries and emails. Thank you for your kindness and professionalism, Read less
Sharon
We worked with Nathan recently on a conveyancing matter, he was very helpful and attentive, providing regular updates and support. He gave regular updates and was always very quick to respond. Thank you.
Stephen
We worked with Nathan recently on a conveyancing matter, he was very helpful and attentive, providing regular updates and support.... Read more
We worked with Nathan recently on a conveyancing matter, he was very helpful and attentive, providing regular updates and support. He gave regular updates and was always very quick to respond. Thank you. Read less
Stephen
Sarah Lines gave an excellent service, always kept me informed throughout the process and nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommend these solicitors.
Tiggy
Sarah Lines gave an excellent service, always kept me informed throughout the process and nothing was too much trouble. Highly... Read more
Sarah Lines gave an excellent service, always kept me informed throughout the process and nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommend these solicitors. Read less
Tiggy
We recently used Nathan Palmer as our conveyancer for the purchase of our property, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. Nathan was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. He managed to push everything through in just 7 weeks, which was incredibly impressive! His communication was spot on throughout—always clear, timely, and proactive. We were kept in the loop with regular updates, which made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Nathan’s efficiency and professionalism gave us real peace of mind, and we genuinely felt like we were in safe hands the entire time. We highly recommend Nathan to anyone looking for a top-notch conveyancer. Thanks again for all your hard work!
Jim H
We recently used Nathan Palmer as our conveyancer for the purchase of our property, and we couldn’t be happier with... Read more
We recently used Nathan Palmer as our conveyancer for the purchase of our property, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. Nathan was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. He managed to push everything through in just 7 weeks, which was incredibly impressive! His communication was spot on throughout—always clear, timely, and proactive. We were kept in the loop with regular updates, which made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Nathan’s efficiency and professionalism gave us real peace of mind, and we genuinely felt like we were in safe hands the entire time. We highly recommend Nathan to anyone looking for a top-notch conveyancer. Thanks again for all your hard work! Read less
Jim H
property sale in Shirley
staff always available to provide information. Always in contact on progress etc.
Robert Y
property sale in Shirley
staff always available to provide information. Always in contact on progress etc. Read more
staff always available to provide information. Always in contact on progress etc. Read less
Robert Y
A pleasure to work with
Olivia has had to step into a difficult situation but she has done so with aplomb. She works hard, communicates well and is easy to work with.
Emma
A pleasure to work with
Olivia has had to step into a difficult situation but she has done so with aplomb. She works hard, communicates... Read more
Olivia has had to step into a difficult situation but she has done so with aplomb. She works hard, communicates well and is easy to work with. Read less
Emma
Lucy
Nathan and Anastasia, have been nothing but exceptional, Nathan answered all our questions and endless emails promptly and kept us up to date and made the process of buying out home much less stressful with his help and support and through having to work with other local solicitors, Heppenstalls were up and above the rest with Ana and the team asking and completing enquiries promptly! Thank you Heppenstalls for all your help and support, we hesitate to come back!
Lucy
Lucy
Nathan and Anastasia, have been nothing but exceptional, Nathan answered all our questions and endless emails promptly and kept us... Read more
Nathan and Anastasia, have been nothing but exceptional, Nathan answered all our questions and endless emails promptly and kept us up to date and made the process of buying out home much less stressful with his help and support and through having to work with other local solicitors, Heppenstalls were up and above the rest with Ana and the team asking and completing enquiries promptly! Thank you Heppenstalls for all your help and support, we hesitate to come back! Read less
Lucy
We worked with Sarah recently and found her to be very helpful. She gave regular updates and was always very quick to respond.
Slades Estate Agents
We worked with Sarah recently and found her to be very helpful. She gave regular updates and was always very... Read more
We worked with Sarah recently and found her to be very helpful. She gave regular updates and was always very quick to respond. Read less
Slades Estate Agents
Anastasia was absolutely incredible! Great contact throughout my remortgage and purchase, and she managed to get the transactions through in record time, even with Christmas in the middle. I’d highly recommend her and the team at Heppenstalls.
Charles B.
Anastasia was absolutely incredible! Great contact throughout my remortgage and purchase, and she managed to get the transactions through in... Read more
Anastasia was absolutely incredible! Great contact throughout my remortgage and purchase, and she managed to get the transactions through in record time, even with Christmas in the middle. I’d highly recommend her and the team at Heppenstalls. Read less
Charles B.
I sold my Leeds property with Heppenstalls. Sarah was amazing and the distance was no issue at all. Everything was done online or through the post. My queries were answered swiftly and all communication was fantastic, Sarah advised me accordingly when the buyer was being difficult and the whole process was as stress free as a house sale can be.
Chris J.
I sold my Leeds property with Heppenstalls. Sarah was amazing and the distance was no issue at all. Everything was... Read more
I sold my Leeds property with Heppenstalls. Sarah was amazing and the distance was no issue at all. Everything was done online or through the post. My queries were answered swiftly and all communication was fantastic, Sarah advised me accordingly when the buyer was being difficult and the whole process was as stress free as a house sale can be. Read less
Chris J.
I worked with Sarah for the conveyancing of a property I sold in Barton On Sea. She was very efficient, always at the end of the phone and very responsive to any emails I sent. Together we successfully got this sale through to exchange despite any hurdles thrown our way. I very much hope to work with Sarah again in the near future.
Maya S.
I worked with Sarah for the conveyancing of a property I sold in Barton On Sea. She was very efficient,... Read more
I worked with Sarah for the conveyancing of a property I sold in Barton On Sea. She was very efficient, always at the end of the phone and very responsive to any emails I sent. Together we successfully got this sale through to exchange despite any hurdles thrown our way. I very much hope to work with Sarah again in the near future. Read less
Maya S.
Thank you for making a challenging situation straight forward. Sadly, my father passed away and you handled probate in a sensitive way dealing with the challenges in a timely manner and always communicating without jargon. I have appreciated the service you have provided resulting in a swift resolution and easing the grief that I have felt. I thank you for your sensitivity and your patience in a difficult time for myself.
Alison M
Thank you for making a challenging situation straight forward. Sadly, my father passed away and you handled probate in a... Read more
Thank you for making a challenging situation straight forward. Sadly, my father passed away and you handled probate in a sensitive way dealing with the challenges in a timely manner and always communicating without jargon. I have appreciated the service you have provided resulting in a swift resolution and easing the grief that I have felt. I thank you for your sensitivity and your patience in a difficult time for myself. Read less
Alison M
Great communicator
I recently worked with Olivia Hiscock on a property transaction. We successfully negotiated the sale together, Olivia was very quick in responding to me, and had excellent communicational skills when it came to dealing with the clients and the other solicitors in the chain. I look forward to working again with her in the future.
Jack W
Great communicator
I recently worked with Olivia Hiscock on a property transaction. We successfully negotiated the sale together, Olivia was very quick... Read more
I recently worked with Olivia Hiscock on a property transaction. We successfully negotiated the sale together, Olivia was very quick in responding to me, and had excellent communicational skills when it came to dealing with the clients and the other solicitors in the chain. I look forward to working again with her in the future. Read less
Jack W
Professional, straightforward and easy to deal with
Olivia Hiscock at Heppenstalls acted for us in the sale of my late Mum’s flat. Olivia responsed quickly both to me and to any enquiries sent over by the buyer’s solicitor. Olivia was very professional and was easy to work with. My only frustration was out of her hands – namely the time taken by the buyer’s solictor to make a simple transaction happen. Olivia in contrast was a star. Well done and thank you.
Nigel B
Professional, straightforward and easy to deal with
Olivia Hiscock at Heppenstalls acted for us in the sale of my late Mum's flat. Olivia responsed quickly both to... Read more
Olivia Hiscock at Heppenstalls acted for us in the sale of my late Mum's flat. Olivia responsed quickly both to me and to any enquiries sent over by the buyer's solicitor. Olivia was very professional and was easy to work with. My only frustration was out of her hands - namely the time taken by the buyer's solictor to make a simple transaction happen. Olivia in contrast was a star. Well done and thank you. Read less
Nigel B

Frequently Asked Questions

Gifting property can trigger inheritance tax or capital gains tax, depending on the value and timing of the gift. Our team will explain these implications and guide you on how to minimise them.

You can gift property to anyone, but certain tax implications may differ depending on the recipient. We’ll provide advice on the most tax-efficient options for your specific situation.

Yes, it’s important to update your Will to reflect the gift and ensure your intentions are clear. We can assist you with any necessary updates.

The process can vary, but it typically takes a few weeks to complete all the necessary legal documentation and ensure the gift is properly structured.

Yes, it is possible to gift property but retain the right to live in it. This can involve a lifetime lease or similar arrangement. We’ll explain your options and the legal and tax implications.

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