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Trusted Tax Advisory Services in Elgin
Moray Tax Help is a tax advisory company based in Elgin, established in 2023 by directors Moira and Ewan Edwards. With over 30 years of combined experience as senior HMRC tax inspectors, the directors transitioned to the private sector in 2017, leveraging their expertise to assist individuals and businesses facing HMRC investigations. Our services focus on tax investigation support, compliance checks, and advisory work, drawing on deep technical knowledge gained through decades of public and private sector roles.We prioritise quality and personalised service, offering fixed fees where possible and free initial consultations to address client concerns. Our team's unique insight into HMRC's operational strategies enables us to provide strategic guidance tailored to complex tax scenarios.
Services
Tax Investigation Support
HMRC Compliance Checks
Voluntary Tax Disclosure
COP9 Advice
Self-Assessment Returns
Property Let Campaign
Worldwide Disclosure Facility
Appeals & Penalties
Details
- Year established: 2023
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined tax expertise from senior HMRC roles
- Our team includes former senior HMRC tax inspectors with investigation experience
- We offer fixed fee pricing where possible for transparency
- Personalised service focused on quality over quantity
- Specialist knowledge of HMRC compliance checks and COP9 procedures
Services
Tax Investigation Support
Specialist support for HMRC tax investigations, including business and individual tax evasion cases. Our former senior HMRC inspectors provide strategic guidance through complex compliance checks and enforcement procedures. Drawing on decades of experience handling Income Tax, Corporation Tax, and VAT investigations across the UK.
HMRC Compliance Checks
Guidance for HMRC compliance campaigns including property let investigations. We help clients prepare documentation and respond to queries, minimising risks from unusual deductions or discrepancies in tax returns. Proactive advice to maintain regulatory compliance.
Voluntary Disclosure Service
Assistance with voluntary disclosures through HMRC's Worldwide Disclosure Facility. Expert preparation of disclosure submissions to resolve undisclosed tax liabilities, including offshore assets and income from digital platforms like Airbnb and eBay.
COP9 Advisory
Specialist advice for HMRC Code of Practice 9 investigations. We represent clients facing serious tax fraud allegations, leveraging insider knowledge of HMRC's investigation tactics and negotiation strategies to achieve optimal outcomes.
Tax Compliance Advice
Comprehensive tax advisory services covering self-assessment returns, capital gains tax, residence tests, and IR35 status determinations. Tailored advice for individuals and businesses to maintain compliance while optimising tax positions.
People
Moira Edwards
Director
Former senior HMRC manager with 30+ years' experience directing tax investigations across Scotland. Specialises in income tax, corporation tax, and employer compliance. Provides strategic guidance on compliance matters and risk mitigation.
Ewan Edwards
Director
Experienced HMRC investigator with technical expertise in high-end tax cases. Led multi-disciplinary teams handling corporation tax, VAT, and director tax compliance. Specialises in COP9 investigations and complex tax dispute resolution.
Questions
What HMRC investigation types do you handle?
We specialise in income tax, corporation tax, VAT, and employer compliance investigations, including property let campaigns and COP9 fraud allegations.
How can I reduce investigation risks?
Avoid unusual deductions, disclose all income sources, and maintain accurate records. Our team provides tailored compliance strategies to minimise HMRC scrutiny.
What happens during a compliance check?
HMRC will request documentation to verify tax returns. We help prepare evidence, respond to queries, and negotiate outcomes to resolve discrepancies efficiently.
Do you offer fixed fee services?
Yes, we provide fixed fee pricing for many services where possible, ensuring cost transparency from the initial consultation.
How do voluntary disclosures work?
We prepare comprehensive disclosure submissions through HMRC's Worldwide Disclosure Facility, resolving historic non-compliance issues while minimising penalties.
