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By Lesley Stalker, head of tax, RJP LLP The Government is always keen to encourage start-ups and help them flourish so HMRC offers a number of reliefs to encourage business owners, often in the form of entrepreneur-friendly policies. Right through the business lifecycle, whatever the stage of development, there is something available. Phase 1: Starting up SEIS For very young companies, SEIS (Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme) provides reliefs to help make the company attractive to funders.

Managing cash flow is one of the biggest challenges a small business owner has to overcome. It is the reason why many sound businesses often fail. They have a fantastic product or service, but cash flow problems and an inability to raise the finance they need in the short term can mean they cannot meet their liabilities and hence they fail. According to recent US research, it is the reason why 82% of small companies fail.

Investing in a business can be one of the most tax efficient ways to grow your capital. This activity can take many forms, from starting your own company with a view to making an eventual exit, to investing in someone else’s business. The latter is especially popular amongst higher rate taxpayers seeking to reduce their income tax liability. Each of the different options comes with different qualifying conditions and offers different pros and cons.