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Could your business benefit from R&D tax credits?
Maybe you’ve never claimed before. Or perhaps you have, but HMRC rejected your application. Either way, we can help.
We’ve successfully guided hundreds of companies across Manchester and the North West through complicated R&D tax relief claims. Make sure your business receives the relief it deserves for your hard work and innovation.
To get started, schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with one of our R&D tax credit specialists today.
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Successfully claiming for R&D tax relief is tough work.
To confuse matters, adjustments and rule changes to the claim process have become more regular in recent years. For example, for accounting periods starting on or after April 1st, 2024, the government has combined the SME and RDEC schemes into a single, unified approach, the Merged Scheme.
Furthermore, HMRC is now scrutinising and rejecting an increasing number of applications.
Yet, if you’re eligible, a tax credit claim can be very worthwhile. It can save thousands on your corporation tax bill, rewarding your investment in innovative research and development.
But many strict requirements must first be met.
That’s where we can help. We can assess your eligibility, identify qualifying expenditure, and support you through every step of the R&D tax credit scheme.
Our services include:
We've been there from the start, handling R&D claims since their introduction in 2000 for businesses across all sectors – manufacturing, technology, and beyond.
As an independent, family-owned firm, we build client relationships often lasting many years by offering a personal service that larger firms simply can’t match.
We're proud of our work and the kind feedback we receive from our clients. Check out our reviews and testimonials to see what makes us so well-placed to help you.
Most businesses don't realise their work qualifies for a tax credit claim. So we offer a free, initial consultation to discuss your current R&D activities and find out.
The total amount of relief you receive depends on your business size and the R&D scheme applicable (SME, RDEC, or Merged). For example, under the new Merged Scheme, the rate of R&D expenditure credit is 20%.
You can include costs such as staff wages, subcontractor expenses, consumables, and software essential to R&D.
Yes, loss-making companies can often claim a cash payment by surrendering losses related to R&D, allowing them to benefit even without a tax liability.
First, this is why it’s important to keep detailed records of R&D activities, including time spent, costs, and project descriptions. We can help you set up compliant record-keeping. Then, second, we provide full audit and inquiry support, handling any questions from HMRC and ensuring that all documentation is in order.
We offer a free consultation for all new clients – either over the phone or in person. To get started, fill in the contact form or call us on 0161 962 1855 to find out more about R&D tax credits for businesses in Manchester.
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