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EU Inc. - A Game‑Changer For European Founders?
McCann Fitzgerald are most popular: within Food, Drugs, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Litigation, Mediation & Arbitration and Compliance topic(s) in European Union "EU Inc. by its very name speaks the language of investors..." (EU Commissioner Michael McGrath, 18 March 2026). The European Commission announced its welcome proposal for EU Inc yesterday, the centrepiece of its wider plans for a '28th regime', which looks to be a game-changer for European founders, entrepreneurs and investors.
Key Tax Considerations for Start-ups
In the initial days of a start-up, many considerations such as developing the right team, connecting with customers, and pursuing venture capital funding will have a significant impact on the trajectory of the company. In the midst of these fundamental decisions, optimising your tax position often takes a back seat. Effective tax planning, however, can be a critical step to successfully navigating the early years of a startup.
Crowdfunding Update - August 2022
Crowdfunding Update: The European Commission has formally proposed a twelve month extension to the transitional period under the EU Crowdfunding Regulation, from 10 November 2022 to 10 November 2023.
Crowdfunding Update - March 2022
Following on from our October 2021 briefing on crowdfunding (see here), there have been some major developments in this newly regulated sector. This article provides an overview of these latest developments. Please contact any member of the McCann FitzGerald LLP Start Strong team for assistance. 1.
Start-Ups - A Guide to Venture Capital Fundraisings | Lexology
For many start-ups, completing a venture capital fundraising is an important milestone in its lifecycle as they try to scale the business with a view to an exit. The prospect of engaging with a venture capital firm (a “VC”) can be a daunting prospect for founders and we are often asked what they can expect if they seek VC funding.
Head in the Crowds: Is Crowdfunding the Right Choice for your Start-Up? | Lexology
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October 22 2020 With your innovative, new business idea firmly decided, it’s now up to the business to find a way to finance its offering, turning a business plan into a reality. In this article, we consider crowdfunding as a financing option – its pros and cons, and considerations you should be aware of before choosing crowdfunding for your business. Traditionally, businesses would approach an established lender (such as a bank) to provide a loan for the development of the enterprise.
“Starting Strong” - How to Avoid Common Pitfalls for Start-Ups | Lexology
Once a start-up is aware of the most common pitfalls for early-stage companies, then it is easier to take preventative action. Below we have outlined some of the most common issues we encounter with start-ups to help you take steps to overcome them. 1. Not engaging in early stage legal planning The majority of start-ups have plans to expand. There are a number of key areas which should be strategically planned at an early stage to allow for growth.
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