Could probably be avoided with a bit of jiggery pokery on when you nominate properties as your private residence, particularly if it was on the market but you were struggling to sell it ...
I think you have to live there for three months a year for it to count. Anyway, working this shite out is why I don't want two houses. 1 small flat has already caused accelerated aging.
Yep, that too, though only 6 months worth isn't it?