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We fully understand that instructing an Insolvency Practitioner can be a very difficult and often emotional decision. We would always recommend that you speak to your trusted advisors and friends, of course, but here are some kind comments that people have said about us.
‘Gavin is calm, knowledgeable, listens well, and gives great advice.’
Solicitor, Warwickshire
‘I was referred to Gavin Bates, Insolvency Practitioner, Smart Business Recovery Limited, through my Accountants, at the lowest point in my life. My first interaction with Gavin showed me he was professional. But after hearing my sad story, I was stunned by something quite rare these days. Gavin showed me that he has a big heart. Helping a drowning stranger was his primary objective and money issues were secondary.
Gavin Bates is trustworthy, professional and loves his job and mankind. I recommend him and his company to you because he goes the extra mile.'
Director, Warwickshire
‘Gavin has a great ability to explain what can sometimes be a complicated process in plain English and has always shown absolute honesty, integrity, and empathy when dealing with clients.’
Accountant, Warwickshire
'Gavin has been a tremendous help to the clients of our practice for more than 20 years. He is always there to act as a sounding board and to provide advice and reassurance when the need arises. He is pragmatic, commercial, and an ever-reliable professional.'
Accountant, Bedfordshire
'Gavin has provided clients with excellent advice over many years and informed clients of options on their individual circumstances.
He has also pointed out the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly.
If you need advice on insolvency for business or personal then Gavin should be your first port of call.
I would highly recommend Gavin and his team.'
Accountant, Warwickshire
“ I have known Gavin Bates in a personal and professional capacity for nineteen years or thereabouts. Having worked with him I know I can rely on his accumulated experience and detailed technical knowledge to get the job done. Gavin delivers practical solutions to clients on the issues they are facing either personally or in business."
Accountant, Bedfordshire
"I have attended meetings with Gavin and have been impressed with his ability to present advice in a straightforward way, focussing on the essentials and offering solutions. He is a most personable individual and can readily put clients at ease often when they are facing difficult circumstances. I would not hesitate to recommend a client of my firm to him for any personal or business-related insolvency issue because I know they will get the best advice”
Solicitor, Warwickshire
'I have worked with Gavin on a number of occasions and have always found him to be commercial and fair when dealing with creditors and the business owner. He is able to help in what can be very stressful times.'
Accountant, Leicestershire
“Gavin Bates of Smart Business Recovery provided a highly professional, efficient service with transparent processes. All queries no matter how simple, or complex were dealt with in a supportive manner, which certainly made negotiating the minefield of MVL - more tolerable”
Grateful clients of Warwickshire
'My firm has worked with Gavin over the last 20 years on a number of occasions, during this time he has assisted Directors when they faced some real challenges with their businesses. Gavin is calm in his approach and extremely supportive during what can often be a distressing time for Directors and their families. He is honest, reliable and will strive to find a positive outcome for all parties involved in an insolvency situation.'
Accountant, Warwickshire
'Gavin and his team provide an excellent service to businesses and individuals needing advice on matters involving both insolvency and winding up a business with net assets. Caring and compassionate they expedite matters in a very professional manner.'
Accountant, Leicestershire