Construction & real estate

Overcoming complexity for property professionals

Property, real estate and construction are some of the biggest industries in the UK economy, spanning a wide range of professions. From single-property landlords and property managers to estate agents and construction firms, we work with businesses of all types across these sectors.

One of the biggest challenges is complex regulation and legislation. Construction contractors and subcontractors need to meet specific accounting rules under the construction industry scheme (CIS), while ongoing tax changes for landlords have pushed more people to reconsider their business structure.

The property sector as a whole faces heavy scrutiny from HMRC, making it all the more important to get things right.

As specialist construction and real estate accountants, we can help you to navigate the rules and meet your business’s goals. Our industry experts will take care of your accounts and compliance, giving you a clear explanation for everything along the way.

Our specialist services include:

  • complying with CIS
  • meeting off-payroll working rules (IR35)
  • accounting for the VAT domestic reverse charge
  • stamp duty, VAT and capital gains tax
  • tax planning and property portfolio management
  • tax reliefs and allowances for property
  • business structuring and restructuring.

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How we help

Accounts & outsourcing

Complete accounting solutions – from management accounts to outsourcing support.

Accounting solutions

Tax services

Covering the basic and the complex. Saving you time and money wherever possible.

Tax assistance

Corporate finance

From mergers and acquisitions to MBOs, we will help things run effectively and smoothly.

Corporate finance help

Audit & assurance

Sharp-eyed, thorough auditors with a promise to prioritise efficiency  and accuracy.

Audit help

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Business advisors

Providing practical advice on how to strengthen your business's structure and push forward.

Business support

Our latest insights

From industry news to opinions from our experts, we’re all about sharing useful information and insight.

It can be hard to keep track of all the financial and regulatory changes or news you need to stay on top of when you’re running a business – but that’s why we’re here. In our blog, you’ll find useful updates and information from our team, stripped of jargon and made easy to understand.

Championing Women in Accounting

This International Women’s Day, Cottons Group stands in solidarity with the global movement towards gender equality, reflecting on our own efforts to cultivate a workplace where women’s careers can flourish unimpeded by outdated societal norms. 

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Championing Women in Accounting

This International Women’s Day, Cottons Group stands in solidarity with the global movement towards gender equality, reflecting on our own efforts to cultivate a workplace where women’s careers can flourish unimpeded by outdated societal norms. 

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