Pennyhills truly demystified R&D Tax Credits for us. As a company making our first claim, their expertise and efficient process were invaluable, helping us unlock significant funding to drive our innovation forward. We highly recommend them!
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Are you an ambitious UK-based SME, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with a new product or service? You’re investing time, effort, and capital into innovation – and the UK government wants to reward you for it. Pennyhills is here to help you unlock the significant financial benefits of Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credits.
What Are R&D Tax Credits?
Simply put, R&D Tax Credits are a generous government incentive designed to encourage UK companies like yours to innovate. If your business is developing new products, processes, or services, or significantly improving existing ones – and this involves overcoming scientific or technological uncertainties – you could be eligible for a substantial reduction in your corporation tax bill, or even a cash payment.
This isn’t about creating something completely unprecedented for the world. It’s about your company undertaking a project that seeks to achieve an advance in science or technology, where the solution isn’t readily available or obvious to a competent professional in the field. Think about the challenges you’re overcoming in:
Information & Technology
Building cutting-edge software, AI, or advanced IT solutions.
Fashion & Medical
Developing innovative materials, devices, or processes.
Manufacturing
Creating next-generation robots or automated systems.
Many innovative companies, especially those in their early stages without significant sales yet, are unaware of this valuable relief. It’s a key opportunity to reclaim costs associated with your pioneering work.
How Do R&D Tax Credits Work?
The R&D Tax Credit scheme operates by allowing qualifying companies to claim a percentage of their R&D expenditure against their taxable profits. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the relief is particularly generous. You can potentially:
Claim an enhanced deduction for your R&D costs, lowering your tax liability.
If your company is loss-making, you could surrender your losses for a payable tax credit, providing crucial cash flow.
The process involves identifying qualifying R&D projects and associated costs, which can include staff salaries, consumables, utility costs, and even some subcontracted R&D. While the concept might seem complex, the underlying principle is straightforward: the government wants to support your drive for innovation.
The key is accurately identifying eligible activities and expenses. This is where many businesses, especially those new to the scheme, face a challenge. Without specialist knowledge, you might overlook qualifying projects or expenses, missing out on valuable claims. Your innovation should be rewarded, not hindered by administrative hurdles.
What to Expect From Pennyhills
At Pennyhills, we understand that as an owner-managed SME, your focus is on innovation and growth. That’s why we’ve built a dedicated R&D Tax Credit service designed to be as clear, efficient, and rewarding as possible. When you partner with us, you can expect:
Expert Guidance
Our team combines deep accounting knowledge with a clear understanding of R&D criteria. We’ll demystify the conditions for qualification and identify all eligible activities and costs, ensuring you don’t leave any money on the table.
Low-Risk Discovery Call
We start with a no-obligation, no-cost discovery call. This initial conversation allows us to understand your innovation and quickly assess your eligibility, without any financial commitment from your side. We aim to highlight the significant potential benefits and the minimal risk involved in exploring a claim.
Hassle-Free Process
We handle the entire claim process from start to finish. From gathering the necessary information to preparing and submitting your claim to HMRC, we streamline everything, allowing you to focus on what you do best – innovating.
Maximise Your Claim
Our expertise ensures your claim is robust, compliant, and maximised. We pride ourselves on accuracy and thoroughness, giving you peace of mind that your claim is in capable hands.
Reinvest in Innovation
We share your aspiration to see the proceeds of your R&D tax credits reinvested back into your business. Our efficient process aims to secure your refund swiftly, enabling you to accelerate your product development, hire key talent, or invest in new equipment.
We’re not just accountants; we’re partners in your innovation journey. Let Pennyhills help you unlock the funding you deserve to fuel your next breakthrough.
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Get Started
Thinking your business might be innovating? The first step to unlocking R&D tax credits is easier than you think. Share a few details with us, and we’ll quickly assess your potential for a claim. This short, no-obligation form helps us understand your innovation so we can guide you on the best path forward. Let’s start the conversation and find out if your great ideas can get the funding they deserve.
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Get in touch with Sach and the team to find out more about how Pennyhills can transform your business.