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A VAT specialist can help you understand your rights and options during an HMRC VAT investigation, the potential VAT penalties and can represent you in negotiations with HMRC.

SolveVAT is a leading provider of VAT dispute resolution services. We have a team of experienced VAT specialists who can help you resolve questions arising from an HMRC VAT investigation quickly and cost-effectively.

What is an HMRC VAT investigation?

A VAT investigation or VAT inspections are a process by which HMRC examines your VAT records to ensure that you are complying with VAT law.
HMRC may initiate a VAT investigation for a number of reasons, such as:

• You have submitted incorrect VAT returns.
• You have made late payments of your VAT returns.
• HMRC suspect there is a VAT rate error.
• HMRC suspects that you are involved in VAT fraud or have submitted unusual transactions.

If HMRC initiates a VAT inspection, they will normally send you a letter explaining the reasons for the VAT investigation and requesting that you provide them with certain information and documentation from your VAT record keeping.

You should usually comply with this request and provide HMRC with the information and documentation regarding your VAT returns such as copies of your sales and purchase listings, associated invoices, and your annual accounts.

HMRC may also visit your business premises to inspect your VAT records and taxes. You should normally allow them to do this inspection and provide them with access to your tax records.

If HM Revenue and Customs finds that you have not been complying with VAT law, they may take a number of enforcement actions, such as penalty or:

• Asking you to pay back any VAT that you owe.
• Charging you interest on any VAT that you owe.
• Additional VAT penalties.
• Criminal Prosecution.

If you are facing an HMRC investigation, it is important to seek professional advice and help as soon as possible. A VAT specialist can give further information during VAT inspections to help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in negotiations with HMRC.

Here are some additional things to keep in mind:

• Be honest and cooperative with HMRC.
• Keep good records of your VAT transactions.
• Get professional help regarding your VAT returns if you need it.

By following these tips, you can increase your chances of resolving a VAT investigation quickly and cost-effectively.  A VAT investigation specialist at our firm can help you with any such issues.

What are the benefits of using our VAT specialists to help you with VAT inspections?

There are a number of benefits to using a VAT specialist at SolveVAT to help you with VAT inspections, including:

Peace of mind

VAT inspections can be a stressful and time-consuming experience. Knowing that you have a team of experienced VAT specialists on your side can give you peace of mind.

We can help you understand the process, answer your questions, and make sure that your rights are protected.

Cost savings

We can help you to save money in the long run by negotiating with HMRC on your behalf using our VAT specialist knowledge to get a better settlement than may otherwise be achieved. We can also represent you at an appeal hearing if necessary.

In some cases, we may be able to get a VAT investigation dropped altogether.

Increased chances of success

We have a proven track record of success in resolving investigations into your VAT returns. We have helped businesses of all sizes throughout the UK and beyond to resolve their VAT investigations quickly and cost-effectively.

We have a team of experienced VAT specialists who are up-to-date on the latest VAT legislation and regulations. We are also familiar with HMRC’s procedures and practices.

This gives us the advantage in negotiating with HMRC and representing you at an appeal hearing.

How can SolveVAT help you with your VAT account?

If you are facing an investigation, we can help you in a number of ways, including:

• Understanding your rights and options
  We can help you to understand your rights and options under VAT law. We can also advise you on the best course of action to take in your specific situation.
• Negotiating with HMRC
  We can negotiate with HMRC on your behalf to try to resolve your situation without the need for litigation.
• Representing you at an appeal hearing
  If your situation cannot be resolved through negotiation, we can represent you at an appeal hearing. We will present your case to the appeal tribunal and will advocate for your interests.

Contact one of our VAT specialists today to discuss your options

We can help you to understand your rights and options, and can represent you in negotiations with HMRC.

We offer a free initial consultation, so there is no obligation to use our services. Contact us today to find out more.

SolveVAT has a team of experienced VAT specialists who are up-to-date on the latest VAT legislation and regulations.

We are also familiar with HMRC’s procedures and practices regarding tax returns. This gives us the advantage in negotiating with HMRC and representing you at a VAT appeal hearing.