GL Hearn is one of the UK's leading firms of Business Rates advisers. We make appeals and negotiate reductions in Rateable Value, saving money for our clients. We also provide a business rate payment and refund management service, helping clients effectively manage their rates.

Under a lease the tenant may be responsible for business rates but when vacated the landlord becomes liable for unoccupied property business rates. Business Rates is a substantial and complex tax on commercial property requiring management. The 2010 Rating Revaluation of non-domestic property presents special challenges in the current economic climate.

Our Services:

• Negotiating reductions in Business Rates
• Advice on the 2010 Business Rates Revaluation
• GLHIMS
• Business Rates payment management
• Empty Rates and Mitigation Strategies
• Business Rates Relief and Exemptions
• Completion Notices
• Lobbying directly with Government