Paul Hutt

Absolute Accountants Limited

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May, 2018

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Based in Hertfordshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I needed advise and assistance regarding the sale of a property involving capital gains tax.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Advise and assistance regarding the sale of a property involving capital gains tax. Compilation of self assessment to ensure tax efficiency.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes fully satisfied.

What could they have done better?

I am fully satisfied with my experience

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September, 2017

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Based in Surrey

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

How to record overseas investment income on my tax form.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Reviewed all investments to ensure my tax due was minimised - in fact, I will be receiving a rebated after he sorted out how to deal with capital gains on the investment. He promised a very low introductory fee since I had collated most of the figures already and, despite a significantly extra amount of work necessary on his part, Paul stuck with his initial fee.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

It exceeded my expectations since I was fearing a hefty amount to pay HMRC.

What could they have done better?

Cannot think of anything more Paul could have done to achieve such a great result. Thank you so much and I'll be back next year.

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August, 2017

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I asked for a local advisor and did not get that

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May, 2017

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Helpful

Review from verified client

August, 2016

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Based in Hertfordshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

It was becoming increasing difficult for me to manage annual tax returns for my wife and myself as we had acquired a couple of BUY TO LET properties in recent years.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

1. By clarifying our affairs and advising on what was and was not eligible for tax relief in what was for us an increasingly complex situation given the recent tax changes to Buy to let etc. 2.By completing and submitting both our tax returns in plenty of time.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Paul was able to obtain refunds from HMIT which I don't think I would have succeeded in doing had I continued to deal with HMIT myself. Overall, it was avery satisfactory outcome.

What could they have done better?

I cannot think of anything he could have done better. The service he provided was was immediate,relevant and professionally delivered at a fair price.

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May, 2016

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Based in Hertfordshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

We started a small business and were clueless to what we needed to do.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Paul gives us superb advice. I completely trust his knowledge and experience. He is very patient and understanding of our situation.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes very much.

What could they have done better?

Genuinely can't think of anything.

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March, 2016

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Based in Tyne and Wear

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Full accountancy assistance required. This is my first year self employed and I am not familiar with the income tax requirements. My time is also extremely limited and the advice and assistance has been excellent from day one.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

As mentioned, excellent advise and assistance has been provided from day one.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Absolutely.

What could they have done better?

At this stage I couldn't request for a better service than what has been provided.

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March, 2016

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I met Paul a short while ago this afternoon (22nd March 2016) and it was a very insightful and informative meeting for a complete novice like me, as I'm about to embark on a journey of running my own business. Paul was very knowledgeable and professional and was competent at explaining the intricacies of my endeavour. He was also friendly and down to earth and answered all of my questions using diagrams and written explanations. PS The maybe indicated below, is a very, very strong maybe.

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March, 2016

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Based in Buckinghamshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Needed help with all accounting issues.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Paul has taken over the accounts within our company leaving me free to concentrate on the running of the business. He is very easy to work with and I immediately trusted him which can be hard to do inviting someone into your business.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes much more time and less stress. I found it hard to understand the accounting side of the business and this has helped me immensely knowing someone I trust is dealing with it for me. He also highlighted many areas within the business that were not running efficiently.

What could they have done better?

Nothing.

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March, 2016

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Based in Buckinghamshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Required a good local accountant.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Bookkeeping/accounts.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

yes.

What could they have done better?

N/A

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March, 2016

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Based in Gloucestershire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Started a Limited Company.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

In the closing of the company after I found permanent employment.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

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March, 2016

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Based in Hertfordshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Needed to get control of my bookkeeping and needed general business advice.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Paul helped by talking through with me the options I had in going about setting up my business from a financial point of view. The most important thing that Paul helped with was getting my bookkeeping in order and ensuring my tax returns were sorted out in time.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

I am now on track with my business finances. It's a weight off my mind knowing that it's all been taken care of and is all correct.

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March, 2016

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Based in Hertfordshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I required an experienced accountant to help to bring structure to my rapidly growing set of accounts across seven separate businesses and several thousand transactions each week!.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Paul quickly organised my accounts and got the books to a point where Paul was able to offer accurate profit forecasts for me on all of my companies. Further to this as my businesses changed Paul was able to offer me advice and guidance on how to move to the next steps and maximise my returns.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes. With Pauls advice the outcome is better than I had hoped for; a considerable saving has been made across all of my shareholders.

What could they have done better?

Paul could have met me sooner and started earlier!

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March, 2016

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Based in Hertfordshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Fulfilment of all statutory reporting requirements.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Prompt, proactive and professional advice via email and telephone, as required. In particular, expert tax advice and tax planning have been excellent.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, key requirements are being taken care of in a timely, professional and friendly way.

What could they have done better?

N/A. Core requirements have been fully anticipated and addressed.

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March, 2016

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Based in Hertfordshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I have never produced my own tax returns and I was recommended to Paul and Letitia Hutt.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

General advice and preparation of my tax returns.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes. They mde my life easier!.

What could they have done better?

I am happy with all that they did for me.

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March, 2016

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Based in Hertfordshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Separation.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Completing a tax return and liaising with HMRC on a payment plan.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

No the service provided was great

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March, 2016

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Based in Wiltshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

My previous Accountants closed and I was advised of Paul and Letitias services. They made me feel confident that they could offer a continuation oan expansion of the services I had been using.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

As a Newly formed Ltd Business i needed appropriate advice regarding VAT/ CORPORATE TAX/ PERSONAL ALLOWNACES ETC. I was given opportunities to talk through the above featues and felt no pressere on time or relevance to my basic questions.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Due to our comminications I felt confortable with feedback, information regarding payment timings, routes to HMRC formats and general advice. I feel very satisfied in the services and outcomes to date.

What could they have done better?

In my personall circumstances, i used Paul & Letitias services for a limited time. If this was expanded I would have suggeted a face to face review on perhaps an twice yearly basis. (This may well be something they alreday advocate)

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March, 2016

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Based in Cambridgeshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Start up and ongoing tax planning and advice.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

He understood our needs, explained what needed to be done and when and has worked with the company to ensure that submissions are made on time, accounts are up to date and we are able to proactively manage the business with excellent professional advice. He provides an exemplary, professional services, is responsive and effective and delivers excellent value for money.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

We have a professional accountancy service which enables us to plan our financial strategy and manage the company effectively. We trust him to manage our business affairs with integrity and professionalism.

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March, 2016

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Based in London

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Starting up business with need to have professional accountant who is able give advices for competitive prices.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Every time I need any advice absolute accountants are able provide help in very quick response time what my company appreciate.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

We are on market short time to see outcome were hoping for.

What could they have done better?

Nothing at the moment.

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March, 2016

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Based in Suffolk

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Set up of new company and business accountancy including Vat affairs.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Step by step advice and guidance with all business accountancy and tax affairs. Friendly and personal approach, always given time to explain things when unsure.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, more than exoected, very pleased.

What could they have done better?

Nothing that I can think of

Review from verified client

March, 2016

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Based in London

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Needed to do a self assessment and sort out some tax problems from previous years.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

He both fixed my previous problems and did the self assessment.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

February, 2016

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Paul was very helpful on what could be a tricky problem and have me confidence with dealing with a government dept.

Review from verified client

October, 2015

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Based in Hertfordshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

We needed an annual assurance of our not for profit Society's Accounts.

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

He checked our annual accounts Aug 2014- Aug 2015 provided this assurance.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Work has concluded. Paul worked tirelessly to meet a deadline and his communication, advice, expertise, & quality of work exceeded all our expectations.

What could they have done better?

Nothing could have been done better.

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March, 2015

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Based in Berkshire

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Extremely useful and helpful in providing the right advice

What could they have done better?

More tax efficiency

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February, 2015

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Based in Hertfordshire

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Having to complete my first self - assessment, Paul calming nature helped me to get through a new process I had worries about. Paul's patience and clear instructions were a bonus in addition to the service I was provided in regards to my tax management.

What could they have done better?

I can't think of anything Absolute Accountants could have done better. I am thankful for your service.

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February, 2015

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Based in Hertfordshire

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

I found Paul when I was looking for an accountant to do my accounts preparation for my business. Paul knows his stuff, explains things in plain English and is on the ball! I wouldn't use anyone else now. I would highly recommend!

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February, 2015

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Based in Berkshire

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Paul is very helpful and responds to queries really quickly. Would certainly recommend Paul.

What could they have done better?

None

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February, 2015

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Based in Hertfordshire

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Really happy with Paul, knows his stuff inside and out.

What could they have done better?

Maybe explained a bit about what he was doing, although I doubt I would have understood it...

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February, 2015

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Based in Hertfordshire

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

I am very impressed with the way that Paul tailors his advice to my specific circumstances. I switched over to Paul as his fees were around 50% less than what I had been paying the previous accountant and I seem to have ended up with less fees and better advice. We are now VAT registered and much better off as a result. Keep up the good work!

What could they have done better?

Do the job for free! No seriously, no suggestions here.

Review from verified client

February, 2015

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Based in Berkshire

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

A professional service making tax easy

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February, 2015

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Based in Berkshire

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Even though the dealing with this accountant were very brief, my tax return was completed very quickly.

What could they have done better?

Nothing

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February, 2015

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Based in Berkshire

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

This firm was excellent. They were very professional speedy and very thorough. I have had a few accountants before but found this company very easy to work with.

What could they have done better?

Nothing.

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February, 2015

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Based in Bedfordshire

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

I first met Paul when I started my new business, JK Wills Limited. At the time, I knew nothing about running the financial side of my business. Paul explained everything in a straightforward and simple way, so I had a clear understanding of how the accounts side of my business worked. Paul was more than happy to meet at a time and day that worked for me, at our initial meeting, and answers any questions that I have really quickly. Thanks, Paul!

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February, 2015

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Based in Berkshire

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Paul is great to work with, easy to get hold of and offers a great service. I always recommend Absolute Accountants.

What could they have done better?

Nothing.

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February, 2015

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Based in Buckinghamshire

How has Paul Hutt helped you?

Paul has taken the time to learn about my business and to understand my requirements in detail.