BN66 - Time to fight back (Chapter 3)

[dezze]

I am not sure if am a lurker as i have made a few posts but i do follow the post every day and many thanks to all.

First SA with MP was for 2006/2007. Been in the MP scheme since Nov 06.

As of last night had heard nothing from HMRC.

Is it right then if twinkle hears nothing by early 2009 he/she is in the clear? Assuming filing for 2006/07 is Jan 2008 and there is a year HMRC can challenge, that makes it Feb 2009??

[DonkeyRhubarb]

Is it right then if twinkle hears nothing by early 2009 he/she is in the clear? Assuming filing for 2006/07 is Jan 2008 and there is a year HMRC can challenge, that makes it Feb 2009??

I wouldn't bank on it. HMRC are using "discovery" to re-open previously closed tax returns. Last time I spoke to MP, they said they'd had about 100 returns re-opened.

Whether they are really allowed to do this is another matter. So far, HMRC have declined to respond to a single one of MP's letters strongly objecting to this tactic.

[DonkeyRhubarb]

Hi,

A useful tip.

You can sign up online to view your self assessment statements online at www.gateway.gov.uk.

The potential additional payments on mine are now showing as status 'Collection currently suspended'. Now, all we need to do is change that to 'Collection permenently suspended' !!

Thank you, this is a really good idea, and I have just signed up. I just need to wait to receive a PIN in the post (2nd class no doubt).

If you are worried that CNs may have got lost in the post (sent to old address etc.), then this is one way for you to check the status of your returns.

[BrilloPad]

Hi,

A useful tip.

You can sign up online to view your self assessment statements online at www.gateway.gov.uk.

The potential additional payments on mine are now showing as status 'Collection currently suspended'. Now, all we need to do is change that to 'Collection permenently suspended' !!

many thanks

I predict those will make it to the list of top posts when bn66 volme 4 is started!

[DonkeyRhubarb]

A Big Welcome

and thak you to all the new posters. Unfortunately, the moderator process means your posts don't get put up straight away but fear not they will not be overlooked.

I would encourage everyone to periodically go back a few pages and check for posts you may have missed.

Often it is the new people who have got some of the most useful insights.

[PurpleTurtle]

Many many thanks for delurking

Have you received a closure notice? Have you purchased a CTD?

BP
PS Anyone else lurking please register and let us know. the more we stand together supporting montp the better our chances are. its very easy to be intimidated by newsletters/closure notices etcetc - we dont want anyone going and just paying up! If you want to pay - get a CTD!

Thanks and hello.

No closure notice recieved yet, no CTD purchased.

[SantaClaus]

Helllo All,
I am new to this newsgroup and a friend who is also in the same boat sent me the link. On Friday I received my CNs. The first was for 2001-2002, then 2004-2005. For some reason 2003-2004 was skipped? However its a lot of money they are asking for. I had not had any letters for ages and I though they had investigated my 2001-2002, the CNs pretty much have come out of the Blue for all the years. I contacted MP yesterday and they are handling the appeal for me. I have been advised to open a CTD to freeze the interest but the amount they are asking far exceeds what I currently have and I would be forced to sell my house if it came to that. Its my understanding that the JR will not be till Feb now - is that correct?

Welcome to the forum MrRaincheck.

Can anyone answer this question for him? I think we may have missed it.

BTW, I'm in a similar situation to you, can't afford a CTD. I probably wouldnt take one out if I could. I dont think they can force you to sell your house in order to pay up, but maybe someone can confirm. Be aware that HMRC do read this forum, so only post stuff you dont mind them reading or send a Private Mail to someone.

[BrilloPad]

Helllo All,
I am new to this newsgroup and a friend who is also in the same boat sent me the link. On Friday I received my CNs. The first was for 2001-2002, then 2004-2005. For some reason 2003-2004 was skipped? However its a lot of money they are asking for. I had not had any letters for ages and I though they had investigated my 2001-2002, the CNs pretty much have come out of the Blue for all the years. I contacted MP yesterday and they are handling the appeal for me. I have been advised to open a CTD to freeze the interest but the amount they are asking far exceeds what I currently have and I would be forced to sell my house if it came to that. Its my understanding that the JR will not be till Feb now - is that correct?

hello and welcome

It is entirely possible that a year will be missed - then will arrive later!

Best to put what you have into a CTD. I still think 2011/2012 before we win! Its going to take years......

[DonkeyRhubarb]

Don't contact Montpelier at the moment...

...unless you really have to. They are being bombarded with emails and calls about that stupid HMRC newsletter, which is diverting attention from more important matters like appealing closure notices!!!

Many thanks,
DR

[BrilloPad]

...unless you really have to. They are being bombarded with emails and calls about that stupid HMRC newsletter, which is diverting attention from more important matters like appealing closure notices!!!

Many thanks,
DR

I hope there is no suggestion that this was the reason behind HMRC sending such twaddle?