Fitzpatrick Co | Accountants Brighton & Hove | Property · Freelancers · Trades

Our specialisms

Four areas where we go deep

Genuine depth in property, freelancer, e-commerce and trades accounting — not a little knowledge about a lot of things.

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Buy-to-Let Landlords

Rental income, Section 24, mortgage interest relief, allowable expenses — we ensure you claim everything you're entitled to.

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Property Developers

VAT on new builds, development finance, profit extraction, contractor expenses — we understand the full development lifecycle.

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Portfolio Investors

Personal vs limited company — we advise on structure, CGT planning, and managing tax efficiently across multiple properties.

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Capital Gains Tax

Selling a property? We calculate your CGT correctly, maximise exemptions, and file the 60-day report on time.

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Commercial Property

Commercial lettings, mixed-use properties, SDLT, and business rates — complex areas where specialist advice pays for itself.

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Inheritance & Estate Planning

Passing property to family? We advise on IHT, CGT, and ownership structures to protect what you've built.

"Property tax done badly is expensive. Property tax done well is transformative."

Learn more about property services →

Speak to a property tax specialist — free, no obligation.

Book a free consultation →

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Limited Company Setup & Running

Sole trader or limited company? We give you an honest, numbers-based answer — and handle everything if you go limited.

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Salary & Dividend Planning

The most tax-efficient way to take money from your company — planned and optimised every year.

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Self-Assessment Returns

Accurate, on-time returns with every allowable expense claimed. No last-minute panic.

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Expenses & Allowances

Home office, equipment, travel, subscriptions — nothing legitimate goes unclaimed.

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Business Advisory

Scaling your consultancy? We advise on structure, cash flow, and the right financial decisions as you grow.

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VAT Returns

MTD-compliant VAT returns filed on time, with advice on the most efficient scheme for your situation.

"Freelancing is freedom. Your tax shouldn't be the thing that complicates it."

Learn more about freelancer services →

Talk to a freelancer and consultant specialist — free initial consultation.

Get in touch →

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E-commerce Accounting

Shopify, Amazon, WooCommerce — from stock valuation to payment gateway reconciliation.

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Cross-Border VAT

VAT OSS, import duties, and international tax obligations so you stay compliant as you scale.

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Startup Structuring

From incorporation to your first funding round — including EIS/SEIS advice.

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Stock & Inventory

Cost of goods sold, inventory valuation, write-offs — accurate margins, correctly reported.

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VAT on Digital Goods

Selling software or subscriptions? Digital VAT rules are complex and jurisdiction-specific.

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Cloud Accounting Setup

Xero, QuickBooks or FreeAgent — set up correctly for your e-commerce business from day one.

"Growing a tech or e-commerce business is hard enough. Your accounting shouldn't slow you down."

Learn more about e-commerce services →

Speak to an e-commerce and tech accounting specialist.

Book a free consultation →

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CIS Returns & Compliance

CIS deductions, subcontractor verification, and reclaiming overpayments — whether you're a contractor or subcontractor.

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Self-Assessment

Plumbers, electricians, scaffolders, builders — accurate returns with every allowable expense claimed.

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VAT for Tradespeople

VAT registration, returns, and the Flat Rate Scheme — the most tax-efficient arrangement for your trade.

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Bookkeeping & Invoicing

Simple, cloud-based bookkeeping that works around your schedule — no fuss, no jargon.

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Limited Company Setup

We tell you honestly whether going limited makes financial sense — then handle everything if it does.

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HMRC Investigations

If HMRC comes knocking, we stand between you and them and handle the enquiry professionally.

"Tradespeople work hard for their money. We make sure they keep as much of it as legally possible."

Learn more about trades services →

Talk to a trades and construction accounting specialist.

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Full service accounting

Everything else, handled

Beyond our four specialisms, we offer a complete accounting service for individuals and businesses across Brighton & Hove.

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Self-Assessment Tax Returns

Accurate, on-time filing for property income, employment, investments, and freelance earnings.

Individuals

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Company Accounts & CT

Statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, and Companies House filings handled every year.

Limited Companies

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Bookkeeping

Clean, cloud-based bookkeeping using Xero, QuickBooks, or FreeAgent. Monthly or quarterly.

All clients

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VAT Returns

MTD-compliant VAT returns filed on time, with advice on the most efficient scheme.

Businesses

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Business Advisory

Profit extraction, director salary vs dividend, business structuring — practical, grounded advice.

Businesses

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Tax Planning

Year-end planning, pension contributions, income splitting — proactive advice before the year closes.

All clients

Why Fitzpatrick Co

Trusted, local, and genuinely specialist

After 31 years in accounting, we built something different — a practice that says exactly what it means.

Plain English, always

Every question gets a real answer. Not a hedge. Not a disclaimer. An answer — in words you already know.

Immediate response

We pick up the phone. We reply to emails the same day. We don't keep you waiting.

Fixed, transparent fees

Agreed upfront. No surprises, no hourly billing anxiety. You always know what you'll pay.

Genuinely local

Based right here in Brighton & Hove — we know the local property market and business landscape personally.

One dedicated contact

You'll always deal with the same person who knows your situation — not a different face each time.

Our story →

31Years in accounting

4Deep specialisms

£0Hidden fees

1Rule

"Say exactly what you mean."

— James Fitzpatrick, Fitzpatrick Co · Brighton & Hove

Expert accounting.Exceptional advice.

Landlords · Investors · Developers

Ltd Company · Self-Assessment

CIS · Self-Assessment · VAT

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Four areas where we go deep

Buy-to-Let Landlords

Property Developers

Portfolio Investors

Capital Gains Tax

Commercial Property

Inheritance & Estate Planning

Limited Company Setup & Running

Salary & Dividend Planning

Self-Assessment Returns

Expenses & Allowances

Business Advisory

VAT Returns

E-commerce Accounting

Cross-Border VAT

Startup Structuring

Stock & Inventory

VAT on Digital Goods

Cloud Accounting Setup

CIS Returns & Compliance

Self-Assessment

VAT for Tradespeople

Bookkeeping & Invoicing

Limited Company Setup

HMRC Investigations

Everything else, handled

Self-Assessment Tax Returns

Company Accounts & CT

Bookkeeping

VAT Returns

Business Advisory

Tax Planning

Prefer to message? We're on WhatsApp.

Trusted, local, and genuinely specialist

Plain English, always

Immediate response

Fixed, transparent fees

Genuinely local

One dedicated contact

What our clients say

From the Fitzpatrick Co blog

Brighton landlords and Section 24: what it means for your tax bill

Freelancer accounting in Brighton: what you actually need to know

Should you hold your Brighton property in a limited company?

The 60-day CGT reporting rule: what property sellers need to know

Sole trader vs limited company: the honest guide for consultants

Making Tax Digital: what Brighton businesses and landlords need to do now

Brighton tax & accounting insights

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Expert accounting.
Exceptional advice.