We support clients through all types of enquiries, whether routine or in-depth, including compliance checks, discovery assessments, and return-based investigations.
If you have received a letter under Code of Practice 8 or 9, it is important to act quickly. These are serious fraud-related investigations and early advice is essential. We can guide you through the process with discretion and care.
Nudge letters are now a common tool used by HMRC to prompt disclosure or clarification without formally opening an enquiry. If you receive a nudge letter, we can assess your position and help you respond accurately.Â
If you believe there are errors in your past tax returns or undeclared income or gains, making a voluntary disclosure to HMRC can significantly reduce penalties. We can help you make a full and effective disclosure.
Excellent service from the team at ETC. They have been preparing my tax return for the past few years now and each time they’ve done an excellent job. Very professional, strong attention to detail, and always available to clarify any questions I have. Highly recommend their services, particularly for anybody with complex tax needs.
ETCs has provided us with expert guidance which helped us navigate complex tax laws. Their attention to detail and deep understanding of tax regulations gave us peace of mind, knowing we’re fully compliant and making the most of available opportunities. Professional, efficient, and trustworthy-highly recommend their services!
Great tax service from ETC Tax. They have handled my crypto tax requirements for the last few years and I’m delighted with their professionalism. Highly recommended.
ETC were well-informed about my specific request for advice regarding tax-treatment of crypto-assets. It was very easy to arrange a phone-consultation; the person who called me was very pleasant, communicated clearly and gave clear advice and information.
Our client was faced with a high VAT bill after HMRC challenged their VAT recovery on legal costs. ETC not only succeeded in defending our client’s position but did so in an innovative way, gathering and using facts and VAT case law to establish arguments as to why they could recover VAT costs thus defending their position and recovering the VAT costs.
Enterprise Tax Consultants provide valuable support to us regarding complex tax issues across a full remit of specialisms. The team are knowledgeable, approachable and commercial, finding us practical solutions to our clients’ problems. As a small accountancy practice this service enables us to offer advice and services usually only found in larger firms.
We’ve used different tax people in the past who have been OK, but since finding ETC our team couldn’t be happier; as we grow our practice we are so confident knowing ETC will be able to solve our clients’ problems – we know what we don’t know but we are confident that ETC will know.
ETC give us the whole spectrum of specialist tax advice enabling us to retain our clients and push the practice forwards.
If you receive a letter or notice from HMRC, it is important to act quickly. Do not ignore it. Seek professional advice as soon as possible to understand what the letter means and how to respond appropriately.
Yes. If you believe HMRC has made an incorrect decision, you have the right to request a review or make a formal appeal. We can guide you through the process and help you present your case clearly.
A Code of Practice 9 (COP9) investigation is launched when HMRC suspects serious tax fraud. If you receive a COP9 letter, it is essential to take advice before responding.
Penalties depend on the circumstances, including the nature of the issue and how you respond. Acting quickly and cooperating with HMRC can help reduce or even avoid penalties. We will work with you to minimise any potential financial impact.
Yes. We regularly work alongside accountants, solicitors, and other professional advisers. Our role is to provide specialist support where needed, particularly for more complex or sensitive cases.
Yes. We handle all matters with the highest level of confidentiality. Your information will never be shared without your permission unless legally required.
Yes. Even if you think there is no issue, it is important to respond to HMRC. Ignoring correspondence can lead to unnecessary penalties or further action by HMRC. We can help you prepare a professional response to resolve the matter quickly.
