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Specialist Tax Advisory Services in Altrincham
E T C Tax is a specialist tax advisory practice dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible tax solutions for individuals, businesses, and professional advisers. Established to address complex tax challenges, our team combines deep expertise with a client-focused approach, ensuring tailored advice that aligns with personal and commercial objectives. We pride ourselves on delivering big-firm quality with a personal touch, supporting entrepreneurs, SMEs, high-net-worth individuals, and professional advisers through proactive, solutions-driven guidance. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our holistic service model, which integrates tax planning, compliance, and dispute resolution while collaborating with legal and financial professionals to enhance client outcomes.With a focus on innovation and adaptability, we navigate evolving tax landscapes to deliver clarity and efficiency. Our valuescommitment, adaptability, resourcefulness, and excellenceunderpin every interaction, ensuring we meet deadlines, solve problems, and exceed expectations. We actively contribute to the community through pro bono work and CSR initiatives, reinforcing our dedication to ethical practice and social responsibility. Clients benefit from fixed-fee structures, transparent communication, and a team of seasoned experts who prioritise long-term relationships over transactional engagements. By making the complex simple, we empower clients to focus on their goals while we handle the intricacies of UK tax law.
Services
Private Client Tax
Corporate Tax
VAT Advice
Tax Investigations
Crypto Tax
Highlights and features
- We provide fixed-fee structures for transparent pricing.
- Our team includes specialists in private client, corporate, and VAT tax.
- We collaborate with professional advisers for holistic solutions.
- We prioritise long-term client relationships over transactional engagements.
- We offer pro bono support for vulnerable taxpayers in disputes.
Services
Private Client Tax
We advise high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs on complex personal tax affairs, including trusts, capital gains, and domicile planning. Our expertise ensures compliance while optimising tax efficiency for long-term financial goals. Clients benefit from tailored strategies that address unique circumstances, supported by clear communication and fixed-fee structures.
Corporate Tax
Our corporate tax services support SMEs and owner-managed businesses with proactive planning, compliance, and dispute resolution. We specialise in EIS/SEIS reliefs, employee share schemes, and cross-border transactions, helping businesses reduce liabilities while aligning with strategic objectives. Our team collaborates with accountants and legal advisers to deliver comprehensive solutions.
VAT Advice
We assist businesses with VAT registration, compliance, and dispute resolution, including property transactions and online trading. Our specialists navigate complex VAT rules to minimise risks and ensure adherence to HMRC requirements. Clients receive practical guidance on margin schemes, cross-border supplies, and error correction.
Tax Investigations
Our team represents clients in HMRC compliance checks, COP8/COP9 investigations, and voluntary disclosures. We provide strategic support to resolve disputes efficiently, including penalty negotiations and nudge letter responses. Pro bono assistance is available for vulnerable taxpayers facing unfair assessments.
Crypto Tax
We offer specialist advice on crypto tax compliance, including capital gains reporting, structuring, and anti-avoidance rules. Our expertise addresses evolving regulatory challenges for investors and businesses, ensuring adherence to HMRC guidelines while optimising tax positions through innovative planning.
People
Angela Wood
Managing Director
Angela leads E T C Tax with over 20 years of experience in complex tax advisory. She specialises in private client matters and HMRC disputes, driving the firm's mission to make tax advice accessible. Her expertise ensures clients receive strategic, compliant solutions.
Clive Haworth
Associate Director
Clive focuses on corporate tax and employee share schemes, supporting SMEs with growth strategies. His background in tax reliefs and compliance helps businesses optimise liabilities while aligning with long-term objectives.
Ellie Winterbottom
Tax Adviser
Ellie advises on property tax and capital gains, assisting investors with SDLT planning and compliance. Her analytical approach ensures clients navigate complex rules confidently, minimising risks and maximising returns.
Nick Davies
Tax Disputes Consultant
Nick represents clients in HMRC investigations, specialising in COP8/COP9 cases. His pragmatic strategies resolve disputes efficiently, including penalty negotiations and voluntary disclosures, ensuring fair outcomes for businesses and individuals.
Laura Krickova
VAT Consultant
Laura provides VAT expertise for property transactions and online trading, guiding businesses through compliance and error correction. Her technical knowledge ensures clients adhere to HMRC rules while optimising cashflow.
Questions
What tax services does ETC Tax offer?
We specialise in private client tax, corporate tax, VAT, crypto tax, property tax, and HMRC dispute resolution.
Do you work with professional advisers?
Yes, our Tax Partner Pro service provides specialist support to accountants, lawyers, and wealth advisers.
Are your fees fixed or hourly?
Most services are fixed-fee, except HMRC disputes which are charged at £4.50 per minute.
Can you assist with crypto tax compliance?
Yes, we advise on crypto capital gains, structuring, and HMRC reporting requirements.
Do you offer pro bono tax advice?
Yes, we support vulnerable taxpayers in HMRC disputes and loan charge cases.
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Reviews (5)
Nick Tadd
Dec 26, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Great, friendly and very honest service. Although only engaged for a short time, I was treated with courtesy and was very impressed with their professional integrity. Would have no hesitation recommending ETC to anyone needing tax advice/assistance.
Great, friendly and very honest service. Although only engaged for a short time, I was treated with courtesy and was very impressed with their professional integrity. Would have no hesitation recommending ETC to anyone needing tax advice/assistance.
Nicci Ghotra
Dec 01, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
I had a query about tax and Simon who advised, was a lovely chap, professional and also not trying to charge me for advise, in fact he gave me advise and did not wish to be reimbursed. This is class service. I would highly recommend Etc Tax (Simon) for integrity and professionalism.
I had a query about tax and Simon who advised, was a lovely chap, professional and also not trying to charge me for advise, in fact he gave me advise and did not wish to be reimbursed. This is class service. I would highly recommend Etc Tax (Simon) for integrity and professionalism.
Nick Daulby
Nov 08, 2020
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Positive:Quality
I had a very good experience with Thomas regarding MDR for SDLT; he is knowledgeable, solution-focused and delivered his report swiftly. I wouldn't hesitate to use ETC Tax again in the future.
I had a very good experience with Thomas regarding MDR for SDLT; he is knowledgeable, solution-focused and delivered his report swiftly. I wouldn't hesitate to use ETC Tax again in the future.
Steven
Oct 24, 2020
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I highly recommend the services of ETC and from my personal perspective Thomas Slipanczewski who supported me with a specific HMRC tax dispute. His professionalism, specific knowledge of tax around my issue, coupled with his overall positive attitude was a fantastic help to bring the matter to a satisfactory conclusion .... and very much value for money!
Mike Evans
Oct 18, 2020
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Many thanks to Andy and all at ETC Tax who have been providing unpaid work and support for those affected by the loan charge
