Building relationships with accountants - not easy
Adviser post: I have approached lots of accountants in my area with a view of working with them - ultimately them sending clients in my direction when they have individuals trying to reduce their tax laibility (i.e. me opening / facilitating pension contributions). I have met with lots of accountants in my area and even offered to pay 12% of the initial fee to them for referring work to me as well as trying to refer clients to them as well where I can (although very few of my clients require the services of an accountant). So far, my efforts have beared no fruit at all. It almost feels like the accountants aren't bothered! Surely it would be good advice (from the accountant to their client) to consider pension contributions? So why don't they ever do it (especially if I pay the accountant for it!). I'd welcome your thoughts - thank you.