Case Studies

A FEW EXAMPLES ILLUSTRATING HOW WE HELPED

Case Studies

Our case studies provide just a few examples from the many clients we have helped over the years, if you require a team with in-depth knowledge of tax office systems and procedures call us on 01228 791 414 or contact us online.

Fencing – crossing swords with HMRC

I represented a fencing contractor who had a visit from HMRC’s Employer Compliance team and faced Assessments for over £100,000 in tax, in addition penalties were being considered .....

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Incorrect tax return means penalties – not necessarily

The client submitted his tax return and omitted a “bonus” payment. ..... The Tax Inspector decided that the bonus was indeed subject to tax and sought to impose penalties for a “deliberately” incorrect return. ............

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“Elvis”

This client is an Elvis Impersonator who only performs for charities and does not charge for his services. His only income is state benefits. He was investigated by HM Revenue and Customs................

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Capital Gains Trouble

In this case, my client, a retired pensioner, sold a plot of land for in excess of £1,000,000 and had a large Capital Gains Tax bill to pay................. The client was charged a surcharge (penalty) for late payment/filing of the return – over £20,000...............

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Wedding Woes

I was approached by the father of a young lady who ran a bridal wear shop................. The Tax Inspector had decided to recalculate the business takings and concluded that profits should have been £60,000 instead of £20,000. The tax consequences of such an adjustment to profits (for several years) would have resulted in bankruptcy............

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