EIS v SEIS - tax advantages for investors

Navigating the investment landscape requires a keen eye on potential tax reliefs. When considering the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) and the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS), investors should be aware of the respective benefits each offers.

A simple comparative snapshot highlights these advantages:

SEIS boasts an impressive 50% income tax relief on new shares up to an annual investment limit of ￡100,000.?

EIS, similarly, offers income tax relief, but at 30% for investments up to ￡1 million per fiscal year.

Both schemes are designed to encourage investment in early-stage ventures, providing significant tax incentives. However, investors need to comprehend the extent of the reliefs they are entitled to claim. Have you aligned your investment strategy to maximise these reliefs??

Maximise Your Returns Through EIS and SEIS Investments

A notable benefit for shareholders under SEIS and EIS is the capital gains tax (CGT) exemption. As an investor, you can enjoy a complete exemption from CGT on the disposal of your shares, regardless of the profit made, given that the shares have been held for a minimum duration of three years.

Benefit from lucrative tax efficiencies and simultaneously support the growth of innovative and emerging companies. Investors may utilise loss relief strategies to mitigate financial setbacks incurred from SEIS/EIS company investments. Imagine a scenario where an individual, subject to the highest income tax bracket at 45%, decides to inject ￡200,000 into an EIS company. They can then leverage 30% income tax relief, equating to ￡60,000. Consequently, the effective at-risk capital is reduced to ￡140,000, which represents the potential loss should the enterprise not succeed. This financial manoeuvre highlights how strategic tax planning can play a crucial role in investment risk management. ?

Investors may utilise loss relief strategies to mitigate financial setbacks incurred from SEIS/EIS company investments. Imagine a scenario where an individual, subject to the highest income tax bracket at 45%, decides to inject ￡200,000 into an EIS company. They can then leverage 30% income tax relief, equating to ￡60,000. Consequently, the effective at-risk capital is reduced to ￡140,000, which represents the potential loss should the enterprise not succeed. This financial manoeuvre highlights how strategic tax planning can play a crucial role in investment risk management. ?

For a comprehensive overview of both SEIS and EIS please see our guide.

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