£99 Business Rates Report | Appeal Business Rates Ltd
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2026 Revaluation Deadline Approaching

Are Your Business Rates Too High?

73% of UK businesses overpay their rates. Get a professional review of your Rateable Value and find out if you have grounds to appeal before the deadline passes.

95%
Success Rate
£8,500
Average Savings
2,400+
Appeals Filed
£99 one-time fee
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95% success rate • Independent specialists • No hidden costs
What You'll Receive

Your £99 Feasibility Report Includes

A comprehensive professional assessment of your business rates position

VOA Valuation Review

Complete analysis of your current Rateable Value against VOA records and methodology.

Comparable Evidence

Research into similar properties in your area to identify if you're paying more than you should.

Error Identification

Check for common mistakes: floor area errors, mezzanine charges, wrong use class, and more.

Appeal Assessment

Clear recommendation on whether you have grounds for a successful appeal.

Evidence Pack Outline

Documentation needed if you decide to proceed with a formal challenge.

Next Steps Guidance

Clear action plan whether you choose DIY appeal or our full-service option.

Decide to proceed with a full appeal? Your £99 report fee is deducted from our standard fees when you instruct us for a site inspection.

Why Rates Are Wrong

Common Reasons Properties Are Overvalued

These issues affect thousands of UK businesses, and most don't even know it

Incorrect Floor Area

VOA measurements may include areas that don't exist or have been changed.

Mezzanine Still Included

Removed mezzanines often remain on valuation records.

Wrong Property Class

Office rates applied to warehouse space, or retail rates on trade counters.

Split Units Not Updated

Subdivided or amalgamated units with outdated valuations.

Poor Condition Not Reflected

Building defects, limited access, or environmental factors not considered.

Comparables Paying Less

Similar properties in your area with lower rates per square metre.

Simple Process

How It Works

Three straightforward steps to potentially reduce your business rates

1

Submit Your Details

Complete the form above with your property address and current rates information.

2

We Analyse & Report

Our specialists review VOA data, comparable evidence, and identify any grounds for appeal.

3

Choose Your Path

Use the report for a DIY appeal, or let us handle the full Check-Challenge-Appeal process.

Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Your report includes a full review of your VOA valuation, comparable evidence research, identification of any errors or grounds for appeal, an assessment of likely success, and a clear action plan. You'll know exactly where you stand and what options are available.
Most reports are completed within 3-5 working days. Complex cases with multiple properties may take a little longer. We'll keep you informed throughout the process.
The report is yours to keep regardless of the outcome. If we find no grounds for appeal, at least you'll have peace of mind and confirmation that your rates are fair. Many businesses find value simply in knowing their position.
No. We are completely independent specialists. We work exclusively on behalf of businesses like yours, never for councils or the Valuation Office Agency. Our only interest is reducing your rates.
If your report shows strong grounds for appeal, we can handle the entire Check-Challenge-Appeal process on your behalf. Your £99 report fee is deducted from our standard fees. Our fee structure: Initial Assessment Fee of 5% of Rateable Value (or 2.5% for RV exceeding £100k), plus a Success Fee of up to 25% of savings secured, calculated on one year's savings only. You only pay the success fee if we actually reduce your rates.
The 2026 revaluation will reset all rateable values across England and Wales. Acting now means you can potentially recover overpayments and reduce your rates before the new list takes effect. Challenges submitted after certain deadlines may not be backdated.
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Proceed to full service? Your £99 is deducted from our fees. Standard fees: 5% of RV (or 2.5% if RV exceeds £100k) + up to 25% success fee on one year's savings only.

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How This Work

  • Your holiday let qualifies as a business (70+ days let annually)

  • Business rates based on rateable value, not property value

  • Small Business Rate Relief gives 100% discount under £15k rateable value

  • Most Devon/Cornwall holiday lets have £2k–£5k rateable values

  • Result: £0 business rates instead of £4,000 council tax

April 2025: Double Council Tax Hits UK Airbnb Owners

From April 1st 2025, UK councils can charge up to double council tax on second homes. Many Airbnb owners will face massive increases when they could qualify for £0 business rates through Small Business Rate Relief.

April 1

Double council tax starts across UK

100%

Increase in council tax for Airbnb properties

£0

Business rates with Small Business Rate Relief

Switch to Business Rates + Small Business Rate Relief

If you rent your property through Airbnb, Booking.com, or other platforms and meet the VOA requirements, you can switch to business rates instead of paying double council tax. Many qualify for Small Business Rate Relief and pay £0.

  • Zero Tax Potential: Small Business Rate Relief can reduce rates to £0

  • VOA Application: Professional handling of complex 5-month process

  • Additional Reliefs: Retail, Hospitality & Leisure Relief (up to 50% off)

  • Act Now: Stop paying double council tax with business rates switch

✓ Available 140+ days per year

Property must be advertised and available for booking

✓ Actually let 70+ days per year

Must have actual bookings and rental income

✓ VOA Self-Catering Classification

Professional application to Valuation Office Agency

Exception: London properties need planning permission for 90+ days

Our 3-Step Process to Avoid Double Council Tax

Property Assessment & VOA Application

  • Review your 140/70-day eligibility

  • Complete VOA self-catering application

  • Submit to Valuation Office Agency

  • Handle 5-month processing period

Business Rates Classification

  • Obtain business rates valuation

  • Contact council business rates team

  • Switch from council tax to business rates

  • Calculate new annual liability

Small Business Rate Relief Application

  • Apply for Small Business Rate Relief

  • Secure Retail, Hospitality & Leisure Relief

  • Achieve £0 annual business rates

  • Stop paying double council tax charges