Tagged: seis

October 24, 2016 @ 9:59 am By JD Alois  |  

The Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) has been a standout driver of both economic growth and job creation. A recent paper published (PDF download) by Hardman & Co – a firm that provides research on EIS eligible companies, highlights these benefits. While EIS has been a catalyst… Read More

October 21, 2016 @ 12:49 pm By JD Alois  |  

As everyone knows by now (or at least they should), small and medium-sized businesses are vital for economic growth and prosperity. SMEs are the job creators in the UK – and around the world. The Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA) has worked diligently to promote… Read More

June 27, 2016 @ 9:04 am By JD Alois  |  

Kuber Ventures, an investment firm that targets EIS/SEIS opportunities, has released a statement on the Brexit fallout. While global markets react to the intrinsic risk associated with the Brexit decision, Kuber sees a silver lining. According to Kuber; “The vote on Friday for the UK… Read More

May 4, 2016 @ 8:24 am By JD Alois  |  

Starting and creating a new business is a highly risky endeavor.  Yet these same small businesses are the ones that create the most jobs and drive economic growth. In brief, SMEs are imperative for society as a whole. The UK has supported an innovation-based economy… Read More

April 11, 2016 @ 9:04 am By JD Alois  |  

Equity crowdfunding platform Growthdeck is highlighting the importance of the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) and Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme, two tax benefits to encourage individuals to invest in small companies.  In a company statement, Growthdeck said that the success of the UK’s crowdfunding industry has… Read More

March 22, 2016 @ 11:37 am By JD Alois  |  

IW Capital is a private equity firm that seeks to invest in promising early stage companies while taking advantage of the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) tax exemption. The EIS (along with the Seed Investment Enterprise Scheme) mitigates a certain amount of investment risk and has… Read More

February 22, 2016 @ 10:08 am By JD Alois  |  

IntelligentCrowd TV recently hosted a session of the Seed & EIS Hour with UKCFA Chair Julia Groves hosting a show that engaged Sarah Wadham, DG of the EIS Association, Paula Steele, Managing Partner of John Lamb, and Paul Wilson, Managing Partner of Clifton Media Lab…. Read More

February 21, 2016 @ 12:38 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA) is a not for profit entity that supports driving capital and investors to small and medium sized companies. The UK has effectively subsidized entrepreneurs as policy makers have recognized the profound importance of fostering an ecosystem that is conducive… Read More

October 7, 2015 @ 1:03 am By Midori Yoshimura  |  

Aided by factors such as a record high number of registered businesses in the UK–5.2 million; a national interest in entrepreneurship; and SMEs accounting for just over 60 percent of private sector employment, according to the Department for Business, the UK has the chance to increase its… Read More

August 5, 2015 @ 10:11 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Ready to offer up some crowdfunding advice, co-founder of Crowdcube, Luke Lang sat down with SME Web to share his thoughts on the funding method. During his interview, Lang discussed the equity crowdfunding platform: “Crowdcube is an investment platform where people who are backing or… Read More

June 9, 2015 @ 2:03 am By Midori Yoshimura  |  

Promising to be “more than just a crowdfunding platform,” but also “an engaging community,” a new UK crowdfunding platform for businesses and investors has just launched, according to a recent press release from London Stock Exchange’s RNS. InvestDen is disrupting traditional finance by providing a unique crowdfunding… Read More

February 24, 2015 @ 11:04 am By JD Alois  |  

In a speech delivered by Danny Alexander, Chief Secretary to the Treasury, presented at the Saïd Business School, the government representative declared “that Britain has become a business-creating powerhouse”. Noting that it is not the government that creates jobs, it is the people.  All the government… Read More

August 21, 2014 @ 7:46 am By JD Alois  |  

According to research firm Beauhurst, United Kingdom equity investment has been growing at around 25% per year for over three years now – an impressive pace.  At least part of this growth is due to the liberal approach taken by UK regulators regarding new methods… Read More

August 16, 2014 @ 9:35 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Offering up some words of wisdom when it comes to equity crowdfunding, Crowdcube shared strategic insight in a post titled 7 Points Investors Should Consider. The platform provided advice for a wide range of equity topics including how to handle risk and skeptical investors. Investing… Read More

April 6, 2014 @ 9:02 am By JD Alois  |  

Knowledge Peers, and their Alternative Funding Network, released some internal research on alternative finance and crowdfunding last week.  In a report titled; “Crowdfunding Industry Report: Investor Preference Report“, Knowledge Peers shared some insight into investor perception in the United Kingdom.  The survey was based on… Read More

March 31, 2014 @ 8:00 am By Georgia Quinn  |  

Fresh from my trip across the pond, I can tell you I have seen the light. Crowdfunding can and is working and we (the United States) are behind the eight ball on this one. When describing the US regulatory regime to crowdfunding professionals in the… Read More

March 21, 2014 @ 11:00 am By JD Alois  |  

Co-founder of equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube Luke Lang has commented on the UK budget announcement that occurred earlier this week.  While there were many positive aspects of Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne’s presentation Lang indicated here were some areas that could stand for improvement…. Read More

March 20, 2014 @ 10:00 am By JD Alois  |  

The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) was announced as becoming permanent yesterday as part of Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne’s budget presentation.    Introduced in 2012, the tax incentive for people to invest in early stage companies has been viewed as a groundbreaking approach… Read More

November 7, 2013 @ 11:00 am By JD Alois  |  

UK Program, Used by Crowfunding Platforms,  Dramatically Encourages Investments in Small Businesses. Her Majesty’s Treasury has released some initial results from their Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) which is a widely used tax incentive on UK based equity crowdfunding platforms.  The HM Majesty’s early data… Read More

November 7, 2013 @ 10:33 am By JD Alois  |  

HM Treasury has published an Infographic on the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS).  Described as the “Little Sister” to the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS), the incredibly powerful incentive for investors to help fund small businesses is experiencing some very positive results.  Only launched in 2012,… Read More