Tier 3
VAT advisory retainer
Ongoing VAT support while your project is on site, so changes, variations and questions from your builder are answered quickly and in writing.
The question it answers
“Something has changed mid-build. Does it affect the VAT?”
1 · Who it is for
For developers and contractors already on site, with the VAT position agreed and the job still moving.
What you receive
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Changes covered as they happen
When the work changes, we confirm the VAT position in writing before it is invoiced.
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A direct line for your builder
Your contractor's VAT questions answered during the build, not left until the final account.
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Advice kept up to date
If the project changes in a way that affects our earlier advice, we review it and update it.
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A complete record
Every piece of advice kept on file, so the project's VAT position is documented from start to finish.
2 · How it works
Straightforward for you, from first contact to a clear answer.
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Start from the analysis
The retainer follows a completed line-by-line analysis, so we already know your project.
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Agree a fixed fee
Monthly or quarterly, sized to the project.
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Ask when you need to
By email or phone, whenever a question comes up.
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Get it in writing
Every answer is confirmed in writing, so there is no doubt later.
3 · Not included
What this does not cover.
So you know exactly what you are paying for.
- A full re-analysis if the project is substantially redesigned, which is quoted separately.
- Dealing with HMRC on your behalf.
- Contractual or legal advice.
4 · Questions
Before you instruct us.
What sort of changes should I tell you about?
Anything that changes the scope, design or use of the project. If you are not sure whether it matters, ask. That is what the retainer is for.
How is the retainer charged?
A fixed monthly or quarterly fee agreed in advance, sized to the project.
Next step
Send us the quote. We’ll tell you whether there’s anything to save.
Upload your builder’s quote or tender. We look at the project and the pricing and tell you whether a lower rate is worth pursuing, before you commit to anything.
- Fixed fee, agreed up front
- Every rate tied to the legislation
- We'll tell you if it's 20%