Client Testimonials

Having worked with David on a number of capital allowance cases over the last year, I would like to say that his technical knowledge of the tax rules with regards to capital allowance claims is second to none. David's attention to detail and expertise has enabled Bushell Raven and Armstrong Watson to work together as a team to produce some extremely cost beneficial results for clients.

Whether the premises is a holiday park, offices, pub or hotel, David's specialist knowledge of the qualifying expenditure allowances for each category has been invaluable to us when preparing the capital allowance surveys and reports, sometimes working to very tight tax submission deadlines.

We look forward to working with David in partnership again in the near future.
 

We were involved in carrying out the refurbishment of several existing warehouse buildings on the site which were clad in asbestos sheeting and we intended to replace the covering with modern materials.

When it was pointed out to Armstrong Watson that these buildings were being redeveloped and they had contained asbestos, they suggested submitting a land remediation relief claim to cover the cost of removing the asbestos and the replacement materials.

Because of the extensive nature of the redevelopment work a claim was submitted to HMRC which led to a corporation tax saving of £208,000. HMRC enquired into the relevant tax return. However, after a robust defence of the claim by Armstrong Watson and a site visit by HMRC, the claim was accepted in full.

This opportunity has led us to refurbishing five buildings on the site retaining the previous structure and providing good quality warehouse space at a competitive price. Without this happening the buildings would likely have remained in their previous dilapidated condition and would have eventually been demolished.

We turned to Armstrong Watson for advice about a recent property transaction.  Our situation was complex as my husband works abroad.  The advice we received was thorough, timely and ultimately very beneficial to us.  Armstrong Watson was extremely professional and we would not hesitate to come back for financial advice in the future.

I’d like to say again how much I have appreciated the help and advice I’ve received from both David Squire and you. My wife will attest to the fact that I don’t often come off the phone after a “business” conversation in quite such a positive spirit – if there were such a thing as an Academy of Good Telephone Practice, I think it could learn from your exemplary ways!