R&D claims
Generally misunderstood, this tax scheme is open to nearly all industries. Plenty of creative sector companies make successful claims each year.... you could be one of them.
If you are working on a product that is innovative or a process that involves innovation, developing something green or energy saving, then you may qualify.
We have made successful R&D claims for clients in various industries including Architecture, Product Design, and Tech.
If you are working on something innovative, why not have a free consultation to see if you could benefit from this tax relief.
Frequently Asked Questions about R&D claims
R&D tax credits are UK government incentives that let eligible businesses claim tax relief or cash back for qualifying research and development activities.
Possibly. If your work involves technical or creative development that resolves uncertainty or improves processes, products, or services, you may qualify. But we need to check.
Activities that seek to achieve an advance in your field, address technical challenges, or improve existing technology or methods often qualify – even in creative sectors.
It's hard to tell, and can be complicated. The amount depends on your company's size, spend, and qualifying costs; eligible R&D claims often reduce your taxable profits or generate cash credits.
No special software is required, but you should have reliable records of time spent, costs, project details, and technical descriptions to support your claim.
We can support responses to HMRC queries, provide clarifications, and help resolve issues arising from an enquiry.
Ideally early in the financial year so you can gather evidence and work with your adviser to document projects before filing your corporation tax return. But you should also consider other options.