Sarah Jenkins is a Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) and a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP). With 15 years of experience in private client tax, she focuses on mitigating Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) and Capital Gains Tax for property investors. She currently advises on complex portfolio incorporations and family wealth succession.
Sarah Jenkins is a leading authority on UK property taxation, holding the prestigious Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualification, the highest level of tax competence in the UK. She graduated with honours in Law before specialising in the complex intersection of property law and taxation at a top-tier London private client firm. Sarah’s practice is dedicated to helping landlords and investors navigate the evolving landscape of Section 24, often facilitating the incorporation of property portfolios into Limited Companies (SPVs) to restore tax efficiency. She possesses extensive knowledge of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) reliefs, including Multiple Dwellings Relief and mixed-use claims, frequently saving clients significant sums on acquisitions. Beyond property, Sarah is a full member of STEP, allowing her to architect sophisticated Inheritance Tax (IHT) mitigation strategies using trusts and Family Investment Companies. Her articles aim to bridge the gap between complex legislation and practical investment decisions, warning against aggressive tax avoidance schemes while championing legitimate statutory reliefs. She works closely with solicitors to ensure that financial planning structures are legally watertight and future-proofed against policy changes.