How to calculate VAT in Excel?

VAT can either protect your profit or quietly erode it, the difference is knowing how it actually works. For most landlords, registering without a clear strategy creates more admin with no real upside. Residential rent is VAT-exempt, meaning no VAT to reclaim and no benefit from being registered. But in the right scenarios such as serviced accommodation or qualifying HMO conversions, VAT can become a powerful planning tool rather than a cost. The key isn’t whether VAT is “good” or “bad.” It’s wh

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DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN CLAIM BACK THE VAT BACK ON YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT'S COMMISSION? Yes — but here’s the catch 👇 You can only reclaim the VAT if you’re VAT-registered and the sale or rental is a VAT transaction. If you’re not VAT-registered (like most residential sellers or landlords), then the VAT just forms part of your selling or rental expense — no refund from SARS. Tip: Always check your agent’s VAT invoice and keep it handy when you file your return! #SARS #VAT #PropertyTips #RealEstateS

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