Recognising reliefs and reducing rates, to help you retain your revenue!

Rates aren’t as set in stone as you may think. But sometimes, you just need that expert touch to help you know where to start and one of our clients, Adrian Smith, is just the man.

With over 40 years’ experience, the service provided is an efficient and cost effective one that encompasses all aspects of business rating solutions to a range of clients in a range of industries.

Registered with three governing bodies, including Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and the Rating Surveyors Association, he is both reliable and highly recommended.

The 2017 Rating Revolution will have effected your business rates bill from the start of this month but, did you know the Valuation Office Agency actually calculates the rateable value on your premises based on hypothetical rental values?!

Well you do now.

Business rates are seen to be an unavoidable overhead for many businesses, but Adrian thinks differently. Not only can they possibly be reduced to a manageable fee, but in some cases can be totally eliminated.

There are four main areas Adrian finds himself advising on, and chances are, your company will benefit from advice in at least one of these fields.

The first being the actually rateable value on a property, he can assess the premises and negotiate with the VOA on behalf of the business to either obtain a back dated refund, and/or obtain a future discount on the rates paid.

The second area is with demolition areas and surplus floor space. With which, Adrian can negotiate with the VOA and Councils regarding the rates on the unused space.

The third is in relation to properties that are not in use. Vacant properties attract a rate liability, but this liability can be significantly reduced if “managed” correctly.

The most popular area for Adrian, is small business rates relief. Adrian has been known to save companies thousands of pounds per annum, with minimal fees. ‘’Unfortunately, many larger companies exploit this, gaining access to reliefs companies are already eligible for, yet charging huge premiums of 40%. That’s not the way I work!’’ Adrian said, when discussing the market competition.

Not only this, but Adrian is happy to help new business start-ups, offering free advice.