Construction and Property Accountants | Lovewell Blake

Our team of specialists works with you to ensure you are fully compliant, structured in the most strategic way and making your submissions on time. The strategic side of the business can often be overlooked in favour of a compliance only approach but in the construction sector more than many others there is much to be gained from a structured approach to your business set-up.

The structure of your business is crucial - consider separating the risk of developments into different companies and keeping developments and contractor services separate.

Our Partners and personal tax consultants can also advise you on the individual aspects of your affairs such as income from personal lettings, planning for retirement, Inheritance Tax strategies and even the use of SIPP's and other pension provisions through Lovewell Blake Financial Planning. If you have income from property lettings, consider our Landlords section for further guidance.

Different because you are

We pride ourselves in providing individually tailored services to our clients. Whatever your aspirations and priorities in business and life, we will be by your side with expert advice from local specialists. It is because your needs are unique, that the solutions we provide are distinct and personalised to you.

Local accountants who understand your business and community
Partners who will advise you on business structure and risk reduction
Close working relationships with banks and other lenders
Administration of payroll and the CIS scheme
A team of VAT and tax specialists ready to help whenever needed

We have been working with the local property and construction sector for over 160 years. To learn more about how we can help, consider our full range of services or get in touch to speak to one of our local partners or Managers.

Get in touch

I trust Lovewell Blake to take care of my accounts, tax, VAT submissions and CIS returns but more than that it is the understanding and support I receive from my accountant which sets the service apart.
Andy P, Norfolk

Key partners and staff

Gary Flatt

Partner

James Shipp

Partner

Simon Watson

Partner

FAQs

How easy is it to change accountants?

It is generally very straightforward to move to Lovewell Blake from another accountant. We will write to your previous adviser for professional clearance and also obtain copies of selected historic information such as last years accounts and tax references. We will then issue a letter of engagement and register as your tax agent direct with HMRC.

Can you help with tax advice for Landlords?

The relevant tax rules and regulations for property owners and landlords have been changing in recent years and it is important that those taxpayers affected are receiving the right advice. We advise a number of local landlords from those with one or two buy-to-let properties to more structured businesses holding broad portfolios of residential and commercial properties.

Our Managing Partner Colin Fish works closely with the Eastern Landlords Association, regularly presenting at events and hosting local landlords forums. Our team of tax partners and consultants have a detailed knowledge of all relevant tax laws and regulations.

See our dedicated Landlords page for more information on our services or get in touch to speak to one of our experts.

VAT considerations for construction projects

01.07.2021

Rob Geary

VAT

3 min read

If you are involved with the demolition or development of a building then consideration should be given to the VAT position and whether it can be reclaimed. Generally speaking, VAT costs would need to be incurred solely in relation to the making of taxable supplies whether they are currently being made or if there is an intention to make taxable supplies.

VAT alert - Domestic reverse charge article updates

22.02.2021

Callum McCormack

VAT

5 min read

From 1 March 2021, if your VAT-registered business provides certain supplies of construction services to another business you may no longer need to charge them VAT. This is because your customer may need to account for it under the new domestic reverse charge for construction services.

Summer Statement: Opportunity for tax planning following Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) holiday announcement

22.07.2020

Shaun Davison

Tax

3 min read

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, announced a string of measures in the recent summer statement, including a temporary change to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) with the aim to stimulate the property market during the coronavirus pandemic.