"In the last 20 years our business has changed considerably…and as the focus of our business has changed, Bird Luckin have moved with us."
Alex Tanner, George Tanner (Shalford) Ltd

"Over the years, Bird Luckin have been instrumental in assisting our business development. They are pro-active and innovational, and have tailored their services to meet our needs"
Richard Stubbings, Cliffords Limited

"I can honestly say that Bird Luckin are the best firm of accountants and auditors I have ever dealt with - and I don't say that lightly!"
Colin Webb, Walthamstow Stadium

"It's important for us to know that we will always be able to contact the right people to give us the right advice and support."
Jane Bennett, Bennetts Funeral Directors

"Although we deal mainly with one Partner … we also know that if we need to contact someone else who is a specialist in another area, we can get the advice we need quickly and easily"
Jeremy Ruggles, J.S. Wright & Sons Ltd

"Bird Luckin got us to a stage which would have taken us months - if not years - to reach on our own, and they got us there in a matter of weeks"
Matthew Sullivan, SNC Ltd

"You can be a good accountant, but if you don't have an understanding of the industry it can be very difficult. "There are two or three people we have regular contact with at Bird Luckin who know our business well, and it makes a difference.""
Robert Church, W A Church (Bures) Ltd

Welcome to Bird Luckin

Bird Luckin is a leading independent firm of chartered accountants, based in two prime locations in Essex, Chelmsford and Stansted.

Our approach is based on building partnerships with clients; by investing time to fully understand your business, your aims and aspirations.

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Tax Planning Tips

“With such disparity between CGT and the high income tax band from April 2010, I am not convinced the Capital Gains Tax rate will remain as it is in the long-term" says Peter Warren, Tax Director.

How prepared are you for April 2010?

Capital gains Tax (CGT) currently 18% - did you know that Entrepreneurs Relief can reduce CGT to 10%?
Likely to suffer 50% income tax from April 2010? Then look at assets and investments that could generate capital gains returns rather than income.
Consider reliefs that allow deferral of CGT (holdover and rollover reliefs).

Peter’s advice is “consider action to crystallise gains before April 2010. No specific measures have been introduced to prevent acceleration of income before 6 April to escape the 50% tax rate - seek expert advice and discuss planning opportunities now!”

Concerned? for more information and advice contact Peter Warren
E: peterwarren@bird-luckin.co.uk | T: 01245 254250