How we value properties for business rates: the contractors basis method

In this third part of our blog series, we explain the contractor’s basis method and how it is used to value properties like schools, hospitals and libraries.
In this third part of our blog series, we explain the contractor’s basis method and how it is used to value properties like schools, hospitals and libraries.
In the second part of our series, we explain the receipts and expenditure method and how it is used to value properties like large hotels and self-catering holiday accommodation for business rates.
In this first part of our three-part blog series, we explain the rental comparison method and how it is used to value properties like shops, pubs and restaurants for business rates.
We explore our future approach to sharing information on business rates valuations, and what it will mean for our customers.
In this instalment of our How We Value series, we explain how we value petrol stations across England and Wales.
In this instalment of our How We Value series, we explain how we value hotels across England and Wales.
In this blog, we set out what look for when choosing an agent, how to avoid scams and the standards we expect agents to follow.
Got a question about business rates? In this blog, we explain the role of the VOA and local councils in the administration of business rates.
In this blog we explain why we need trade information to value certain types of property.
In this blog we explain why we need your property information and what it is used for.