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WELCOME TO KEATES & CO

We are a hands-on firm of Chartered Accountants who proactively help our clients.

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Keates & Co. are an award winning, hands-on, firm of Chartered Accountants who proactively help our clients. We can do this based on the experience of working from within multi-million turnover businesses whilst being able to rely on extensive and practical knowledge of statutory compliance at both a personal and corporate level.

Our headline achievements include:

  • Saving tens of thousands of pounds in Corporation tax by restructuring businesses
  • Improving cash flow by re-organising VAT schemes
  • Implementing business systems which allow global access for Directors
  • Advising on business strategy to maximise global markets
  • Offering solutions for improved performance in manufacturing facilities
  • Maximising tax benefits by use of R&D tax schemes
  • Optimising finance systems to improve business efficiency and reporting information
  • Developing KPI’s for owners to help them understand their business, goals and achievements. Having Keates & Co. as part of your business gives you more than your normal High Street accountant can offer.

Latest News

HMRC notices

Meaning of trade for tax purposes

The meaning of trade for tax purposes, often referred to as HMRC’s “badges of trade” test helps determine whether an ...
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Value Added Tax

Which supplies are zero rated for VAT?

Understanding which supplies are zero rated for VAT is essential for any business. A zero-rated supply is still a taxable ...
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Capital Gains Tax

Tax effects of letting out part of your home

If you have tenants living in your property, it is important to understand the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) implications. In ...
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Value Added Tax

When not to charge VAT

When issuing invoices, it is important to apply the correct VAT treatment. In some cases, that means not charging VAT ...
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