Leigh W Franklin

Expert Business Rates Advocacy Led by a Fellow of RICS

Business rates are often one of your largest annual overheads, but they don't have to be a fixed cost. We help you navigate the complexities of the 2023-2026 rating list to ensure your rateable value is fair and accurate.

Whether you are an SME, a public body, or a company with multiple locations across the UK, we provide the technical expertise needed to challenge your assessments and secure the relief you are entitled to.

Why Trust Our 25 Years of Experience?

Our principal, Leigh Franklin, brings a unique perspective to every case. With over two and a half decades in the industry—including seven years working directly for the Valuation Office—we understand exactly how the system works from the inside out.

A Success-Only Approach to Savings

We believe in professional integrity over speculative claims. We provide a full, free initial appraisal to determine if an appeal is appropriate. Because an appeal can sometimes lead to an increase in rates if handled poorly, we only proceed when we are confident of a positive outcome.

"Our fee is purely success-related. If we don't secure a saving for your business, there is no charge for our services."

Comprehensive Rating Services

• Business Rates Appeals: We provide a full service from initial appraisal to negotiations with the Valuation Office and the final checking of refunds or credits.
• Rates Audit: Using specialised software, we check current and previous years' rates demands for inaccuracies, identifying and reclaiming overpayments quickly.
• Transitional Relief: We navigate the complex regulations in England, Wales, and Scotland designed to phase in liability changes following revaluations.

Protecting Your Bottom Line

We don't just submit paperwork; we provide a meticulous, individual service. From identifying incorrect billing to calculating complex transitional caps, our goal is to ensure your business is never overcharged. We have an excellent track record of successful appeals and we handle the entire process so you can focus on running your business.

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