Minimising liabilities

New appeal regulations have been introduced and the rating process is now an extremely complex issue. Are you paying too much and what can you do to mitigate your liability?

Baker Davidson Thomas are extremely experienced in this specialised field and our unrivalled access to local market knowledge makes us a natural first choice. We offer a comprehensive service including:

Detailed examination of liabilities and billing
Completion of Forms of Return
Strategic advice
Budget planning and forecasting measurement, valuation and associated recommendations
Inspection, detailed measurement, valuation & associated recommendations
Mitigation strategies for empty properties
Submission of appeals
Negotiations with the Valuation Office Agency and Billing Authorities
Advice on certification, relief, allowances & exemption
Taking buildings out of rating where appropriate
Appearance at Valuation Tribunal and Upper Tribunal (Lands)
Supervising refunds/adjustments to current and future billing
Continued monitoring of assessments and rates auditing
Sensible gain sharing fee basis
By constantly questioning and challenging the bases of rateable values and exploring every possible angle to reduce the actual liability, we deliver clear advice, report financial information concisely and, above all, ensure that our clients pay no more than absolutely necessary.

• Disposals
• Acquisitions
• Rent Review
• Lease Renewals
• Valuations
• Investment and Development