Business rates
Business rates are usually one of the largest items of expenditure for a business occupier, after rent and wages.
This liability has exerted more pressure on businesses since the government abolished empty property business rates relief particularly for owners of properties that are empty for long periods of time. With this and the reduction in 100% empty property relief for properties with only a 2010 rateable value of under £2,600 from 1 April 2011, it is crucial that business occupiers are properly advised as to their rates liability and whether any cost savings can be made.
Business occupiers who act now can save money by using a business rates consultant to reduce business rates and obtain a business rates rebate.
KWB provides impartial business rates advice with fees geared to savings for the client, no charges in advance and a no win, no fee basis.
For further information on this and other professional services contact usTel: 0121 212 5993 Email: mcook@kwboffice.com
In appealing the 2005 list, we achieved a reduction in rateable value of 24% for REI plc – realising a saving of £29,000 over 3 years.
Avon House Offices, Bromsgrove
