A to Z of land and buildings terminology

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A to Z of land and buildings terminology

Copyright © 2026 LexisNexis
Produced by a Tolley Value Added Tax expert
Value Added Tax
Guidance
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The following list, while not exhaustive, provides an overview of the meanings of commonly used terms that a business and / or its adviser may encounter when dealing with a land and property transaction:

TermDefinition
Alienation clauseClause restricting the tenant’s right to assign a lease or sublet a property
Beneficial occupationThe occupation of land to the benefit or advantage of the occupier
Beneficial ownerA party that has title to the land for their own benefit
ChargeAn interest in land which secures payment of a debt
ChattelsMoveable personal property
CompletionThe final step which leads to the transfer of ownership of a property. The purchaser receives the title documentation in exchange for payment of the purchase price
Completion moniesThe sum payable to the vendor to complete the purchase of the property
Completion statementA statement issued to the buyer showing details of the exact amount that must be paid to complete the purchase
Compulsory registrationWhere

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