Minimise your tax exposure when it matters most
Personal tax planning and advice can help save you money and time.
The breadth of our experience and expertise means we are also perfectly placed to advise and assist you with your tax return as well as during major life events and projects – whether it be around family succession, inheritance processes, business ownership transitions, divorce, HMRC enquiries and more.
Get impartial adviceYour critical friend, both now and in the future
We’ll work with you to help you reach your goals, to help you secure both you and your families future.
So whether you want to help your child buy their first home, have received an inheritance payment, are keen to invest in a second property or just want to ensure that your tax affairs are properly managed, together, we’ll create a plan that sets you up for years to come.
Talk to an adviserWe’re here to help you
At Scrutton Bland, we take a holistic view of your personal circumstances and recommend solutions that will protect your wealth, now and in the future.
All advice is based on your own financial goals and what we know to be most important to you.
Income Tax
We can help you take advantage of all allowances and in some cases structure your income to be more tax efficient.
Inheritance Tax
The most important factor in protecting your wealth for the future generations is thinking ahead and ring-fencing assets accordingly.
Stamp Duty Land Tax
Make use of possible reliefs or exemptions when purchasing houses, land and most types of built property over a certain value.
Capital Gains Tax (CGT)
Find out where CGT does not apply, the factors that determine how much you pay and the reliefs that may be available.
Trusts and Estates
Effective ways to protect your assets for the future benefit of dependents, organisations and your loved ones in perpetuity.
Tax Returns
Self-assessment can be a liability if you’re unsure which sections apply to your income and what exactly to state in them. We can help.
Non-Dom Status
Where you are domiciled can have a huge impact on a number of UK taxes and how they affect your assets.
Making Gifts
There are a number of ways to pass on your assets under your individual tax-free allowances which can be exempt from inheritance tax.
Always by your side
At Scrutton Bland, you’ll always have at least two points of contact, so that you can get in touch with the team and receive the highest level of service.
Our team of specialists
No matter your tax needs, you can count on Scrutton Bland to provide the expertise and personal service you’re looking for. To enquire about working with us, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Graham Doubtfire
Private Client Tax Partner
Graham is one of our Private Client Tax Partners working from our Colchester office.
Jason Fayers
Managing Partner
Jason specialises in business, corporate and personal taxation.
Chris Hall
Tax Assistant Manager
Chris works within our Private Client Tax Department across our Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds offices.
Sally Ledger
Personal Tax Manager
Sally is a Tax Manager in our Ipswich office, specialising in personal tax and Capital Gains Tax.
Why you should choose Scrutton Bland:
We pride ourselves on delivering accessible, honest and impartial advice, based on a genuine understanding of a client’s needs. Here’s what else you can expect as a Scrutton Bland client:
Speak to a specialist
Tailored advice
based on your individual needs
No jargon
we’ll explain everything in plain English
Joined-up approach
working alongside your IFA and solicitor
Trusted advisers
to private individuals for over 100 years
Let’s make you more tax efficient
Request a free, confidential discussion about your tax needs, and we’ll make sure to arrange a time that works for you.
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Colchester
Call us on: 01206 838400
Ipswich
Call us on: 01473 267000