Claim preparation service

The VAT Reclaim service includes the preparation of the claim, I act as agent on your behalf. I keep in close contact with you during the process to ensure that the maximum entitlement is claimed.

The service includes:

• Checking eligibility for the refund scheme.
• Preparation of invoice schedules in the format required by HMRC.
• Preparing the relevant claim forms for your signature.
• Identification of potential problems with unacceptable documentation.
• Advise on procedures where VAT has been charged in error.
• Advise on the timing of the submission of the refund claim.
• Obtain guidance from HMRC when appropriate.

I require the following information for claim preparation:

• Copies of both the planning persmission and the approved plans.
• Evidence that the house is complete.
• The original invoices including those where VAT is not shown separately. All invoices must include the suppliers VAT registration number.
• In some cases specification details will be required for submission with the claim.
• Advise on procedures where VAT has been charged in error.
• Advise on the timing of the submission of the refund claim.
• A narrative if the claim is made more than three months after the building was completed.

Other assistance:

• Advice on transport charges, the use of plant and lump sum qoutations.
• What to do when contractors who have charged VAT at an incorrect rate.
• Comment on a draft claim prior to submission.
• Advice during construction on obtaining maximum VAT refund.
• Advise on allowable items and documentation.
• Advising on the best time to submit your claim.

Additional VAT advice:

• Renovation of some abandoned properties qualifies for VAT refunds.
• Some ‘Approved alterations' to listed buildings can be zero rated by VAT registered contractors.
• Changing the number of dwellings in a property can qualify for reduced rate VAT by registered contractors.

Costs:

The fee for claim preparation is quoted and agreed in advance. It is split into two parts:

1. An initial fixed set-up fee.
2. An adjustable fee based on the claim value.
   I am not VAT registered so there is no VAT charge on the fee.

This arrangement provides the incentive element of payment by results.

Contact me for a fee quotation.