Why HMRC Investigations Happen

Protect Yourself from Costly HMRC Investigations with Tax Fee Protection Insurance

At Merranti Accounting, we know that HMRC investigations can happen to anyone—even if your accounts are fully accurate. These investigations are not just stressful but can also result in significant professional fees to ensure a proper response. That’s why we offer Tax Fee Protection Insurance, starting from just £8 per month, to safeguard you against unexpected costs.

Why HMRC Investigations Happen

HMRC is focused on closing the UK’s £35.5 billion tax gap, and small businesses and individuals account for over half of this amount. This means investigations are becoming more frequent, and anyone—businesses, landlords, self-employed individuals, and even those on PAYE—can be selected for review.

Investigations can be triggered by:
✔ Operating in a targeted industry
✔ Inconsistencies in tax returns
✔ Late submissions
✔ Tip-offs from third parties
✔ Random selection

Regardless of the reason, once you’re under investigation, you’ll need expert professional representation to ensure everything is handled correctly.

The Hidden Cost of a Tax Investigation

One of the biggest misconceptions is that a tax investigation only costs money if you owe additional tax. In reality, even if you’ve done everything correctly, you are still responsible for covering the professional fees required to handle the investigation. These costs can run into the thousands and can last for months.

Without protection, you could end up paying for:
💷 Accountant representation
💷 Specialist tax advice
💷 Additional document preparation
💷 Legal guidance

With Merranti’s Tax Fee Protection Insurance, these costs are covered so that you don’t pay out of pocket.

What Does Tax Fee Protection Cover?

✔ Up to £100,000 in professional fees related to HMRC investigations
✔ Full representation in dealing with HMRC
✔ No excess to pay upon making a claim
✔ Covers corporation tax, self-assessment, VAT, PAYE, IR35, CIS, National Insurance, P11D, Capital Gains Tax, and more
✔ Support for VAT visits and employer compliance checks
✔ Includes the Croner-i Taxwise Protect furlough support package for SEISS, CJRS, and late filing return amendments

Additional Benefits

By signing up for Tax Fee Protection, you’ll also gain full telephone access to experts in:
📞 HR & Employment Law
📞 Health & Safety
📞 Legal Services

This extra support ensures your business is compliant and protected in all areas.

Peace of Mind for Just £8 per Month

For as little as £8 per month, you can ensure that if HMRC ever investigates your tax affairs, you won’t have to worry about unexpected professional fees. We’ll handle everything for you—so you can focus on running your business.

🔹 Interested? Call us today at 01342 836557 or visit MerrantiAccounting.com to sign up.

🚀 Protect yourself, reduce stress, and stay compliant with Merranti’s Tax Fee Protection Insurance!

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