SEIS

The ‘Sunset Clause’ And Its Potential Impact On EIS Tax Relief

August 2

Investors have been encouraged to invest in early-stage start-ups by various venture capital schemes, including the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (“SEIS”), Enterprise Investment Scheme (“EIS”) and Venture Capital Trust Scheme (“VCT”), which have greatly benefited the UK economy. The EIS scheme saw 3,755 companies raise a total of £1.66bn between 2021 and 2022, while 4,165 firms raised £1.89bn the year prior, according to data from HM Revenue & Customs.

Changes to HMRC SEIS/EIS Guidance for Film and TV Companies

April 9

HMRC updated its Venture Capital Schemes Manual VCM8560 on 15 March 2021.

The update is regarding Example 3 of VCM8560 which presents an example of a qualifying film company.

The new guidance provides further clarity on how the risk-to-capital condition applies to Film and TV production companies that are seeking SEIS/EIS advance assurance approval.

SEIS and EIS and Successfully Raising Early Stage Investment Rounds Webinar

September 7

The Jonathan Lea Network will be hosting another webinar which we welcome you to join for free.

This webinar will focus on the SEIS and EIS tax reliefs and successfully raising early stage investment rounds. The team at JLN advise on hundreds of these matters every year. It will take place on Tuesday 6th October at 5pm.

Common SEIS and EIS Mistakes

June 16

The rules surrounding SEIS/EIS are complex and we advise that before making an advance assurance application you seek professional advice.

Successful film production SEIS and EIS application for Paul Raschid Media

June 11

Paul is now growing and developing his own film production company, Paul Raschid Media, which has ambitions to produce and develop Full Motion Video (FMV) / Interactive films, enabling the audience to have an active role in the direction the screenplay takes.

How Long Does It Take To Get SEIS And EIS Advance Assurance?

May 13

An overview of how long you should expect to wait to hear back from HMRC once SEIS and EIS advance assurance applications have been made. We get asked this question a lot!

How To Claim SEIS And EIS Loss Relief

March 9

How individual and corporate investors claim loss relief on shares that were subscribed for pursuant to SEIS and EIS.

How To Complete The SEIS 1 And EIS 1 Compliance Statement And Claim The Tax Reliefs

September 23

Following a company raising investment pursuant to SEIS and/or EIS, an overview of the process whereby the company submits a compliance statement in order to receive certificates that are then distributed to investors who can then claim their individual tax reliefs.

How SEIS and EIS Applies To Film Production Companies

March 28

A few of the main points to keep in mind to ensure that film production companies can qualify for the SEIS and EIS tax reliefs available to UK tax resident investors.

Venture Capital and SEIS and EIS Angel Equity Investment Legal Terms

June 15

A guide to common UK legal terms and concepts relating to raising VC and angel equity investment.

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