Moorcrofts Means Business
Welcome to 'Moorcrofts Means Business' podcast, where our speakers will be discussing legal topics to help you run your business as efficiently as possible. Topics will range from buying and selling a company in the UK or abroad, legal technology matters from open source licences through to software and hardware contracts and IP protection, leasing a commercial property and the very thorny and ever evolving landscape of employment law and contractual services. All our podcasts are for general information and are not to be taken as bespoke legal advice.
Moorcrofts Means Business
SEIS & EIS investment strategies explained
Welcome to Series 3, Episode 2 of the Moorcrofts Means Business Podcast!
In this episode, Senior Associate Adam Forder from Moorcrofts' Corporate Team is joined by Tom Biggs and Jordan Wood from Wellers Accountants to explore the world of SEIS and EIS investment schemes.
Together, they discuss:
- What is SEIS/EIS?
- Key differences between SEIS and EIS
- Investment criteria:
- For companies: Eligibility requirements and conditions throughout the minimum holding period
- For investors: Who qualifies and what restrictions apply
- Ways to reduce risk and whether a shareholders’ agreement or bespoke articles can help
- Tax relief rules and how to maximise benefits
- What happens if you sell your shares too early?
- Common pitfalls and key considerations for SEIS/EIS investments
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to navigate SEIS/EIS successfully.