Structures & Tax Planning
Clear Advice on Tax-Efficient Structures
Practical guidance on how to structure your business and property interests, so you don't pay more tax than necessary.
Whether your setup is straightforward or evolving, we help you understand your options and make informed decisions.
The way your business or property investments are structured can have a significant impact on how much tax you pay, and how easily you can grow.
Many business owners and landlords start with simple setups, which is often the right approach initially. However, as income increases or plans change, more efficient structures may become available.
We provide clear, practical advice to help you:
- Understand your current position
- Identify opportunities for improvement
- Move to a more suitable structure where appropriate
No unnecessary complexity, just well-considered guidance.
When This Becomes Important
You may benefit from reviewing your structure if:
- Your profits are increasing
- You are retaining cash within a company
- You own (or plan to acquire) multiple properties
- You are considering operating through more than one company
- You want to separate different activities or risks
- You are thinking longer-term about growth or exit
If any of these apply, it's worth exploring your options.
What We Advise On
Business Structures
- Limited company vs sole trader considerations
- Director remuneration (salary vs dividends)
- Retaining profits vs extracting income
- Use of multiple companies where appropriate
Property Structures
- Personal ownership vs limited company ownership
- Use of SPV (Special Purpose Vehicle) companies
- Structuring growing property portfolios
- Managing tax on rental income and future disposals
Evolving Your Structure
- When to change your setup (and when not to)
- Transitioning from simple to more structured arrangements
- Avoiding unnecessary cost or complexity
- Aligning structure with your long-term goals
Our Approach
We keep things straightforward and tailored to your situation:
- 1Understand your current setup and objectives
- 2Review your tax position and structure
- 3Explain your options clearly (including pros and cons)
- 4Support you in implementing any changes, if needed
Everything is explained in plain English, so you can make decisions with confidence.
Important Note
Not every situation requires a complex structure. In many cases, keeping things simple is the right decision. Our role is to help you understand when a change is beneficial, and when it isn't.
Why Clients Come to Us for This
- Clear, balanced advice (not overcomplicated)
- Awareness of both simple and more advanced options
- Practical, real-world guidance
- Long-term thinking, not short-term fixes