SEIS and EIS: The Differences Between Two Schemes

While both the SEIS and EIS schemes have the same core purpose, many distinguishing factors exist between these two that founders and investors need to know.   So if you’re a founder looking to raise money for your company, you may be able to make the deal more attractive by offering the benefit of EIS… Continue reading SEIS and EIS: The Differences Between Two Schemes

Our Guide to EIS Tax Relief

Investing in small or new businesses is a risky venture.   Companies not listed on a stock exchange hold an exceptionally high risk of losing capital and small companies also take a long time to recoup investment or generate profit.   Fortunately, EIS provides investors attractive benefits to counterbalance the risks of supporting fledgeling businesses.… Continue reading Our Guide to EIS Tax Relief

EIS and SEIS: Which One Is Right For Your Business?

EIS and SEIS are two similar schemes but have some important differences.   And some founders and investors aren’t aware of these differences, which can be confusing when choosing which scheme to apply.   This guide aims to differentiate SEIS and EIS and show startup founders and investors which scheme they should consider getting.  … Continue reading EIS and SEIS: Which One Is Right For Your Business?

Claiming SEIS And EIS Loss Relief: The Step-by-Step Guide

The government acknowledges the benefits small businesses bring to the UK economy. Grants various tax benefits to reward investors for investing in early-stage companies through SEIS and EIS.   Investors who invested in EIS or SEIS-qualified companies can take advantage of the loss relief. And also reducing the impact of losses on an individual company.… Continue reading Claiming SEIS And EIS Loss Relief: The Step-by-Step Guide

6 Reasons Why The SEIS Is A Good Investment Program

Raising funds for new businesses has never been easy; fortunately, the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) was introduced to help small, early-stage companies raise funds through individual investors by providing many tax reliefs.   Since its launching in 2012, 1.4 billion funds have been raised for thousands of UK companies with SEIS.   This article explains the… Continue reading 6 Reasons Why The SEIS Is A Good Investment Program

9 Reasons Why The EIS Is A Good Investment Program

Numerous other tax incentives have come and gone with the passing of governments and chancellors, but the EIS has remained in place.   And with a total of £466 million of investment raised by the 1,500 companies raising funds under the EIS scheme for the first time last 2019 – 2020, it suggests that EIS has no… Continue reading 9 Reasons Why The EIS Is A Good Investment Program

6 Things to Consider Before Claiming SEIS Tax Relief

When you invest in early-stage companies, you can often take advantage of SEIS tax relief.   And once you’ve invested directly into a qualifying venture or a SEIS fund, the next step is to claim your tax relief.   However, few people know what to consider when claiming their SEIS tax relief.   This article… Continue reading 6 Things to Consider Before Claiming SEIS Tax Relief

Essential Pitch Deck Best Practices For Startup Owners

The first step towards settling a new funding round begins with a winning startup pitch deck. It serves as a venture capitalist’s barometer for startup success and worthwhile investment opportunities. However, creating a pitch deck that wins investment is no easy task.   A well-crafted slide can make all the difference. Your messages and key… Continue reading Essential Pitch Deck Best Practices For Startup Owners

7 Benefits For Filing Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) Claims

Recognising the difficulties that new and early-stage companies experience in raising the funding they require to expand, SEIS offers generous tax relief to investors ready to put their faith and money into these profitable businesses.   And while there are several online articles about SEIS, they primarily focus on explaining the tax benefits that founders… Continue reading 7 Benefits For Filing Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) Claims

The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) Explained: What It Is And How It Works

Investing, especially in new and small companies, isn’t for everyone.   Whilst some of these companies will succeed, some will struggle and fail. Also, not everyone can wait long to profit or repay their investment.   Fortunately, like EIS, the UK government’s SEIS provides tax incentives to lessen the impact of investments that don’t work… Continue reading The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) Explained: What It Is And How It Works