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What's Changed: EMI and EIS Reforms from 6 April 2026

The biggest shake-up to the UK's (EMI) and Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) regimes in over two decades is now live. Here's what founders need to know.

Sam Simpson
6th April 2026
SEIS and the tax year: What founders need to know

SEIS is a powerful tool for UK startups - but timing is key. Close investments, issue shares, and follow rules so investors get the tax relief they expect.

Rebecca Gibson
9th March 2026
Death and taxes: The painful impact of BPR changes on (S)EIS investors

Has the government materially weakened one of the four key benefits of SEIS/EIS for angels?!

Sam Simpson
6th March 2026
Flipping for funding: Is the Delaware flip your next move?

Thinking about a Delaware flip to unlock U.S. funding? Learn how UK startups can structure the move, protect SEIS/EIS eligibility, and decide whether it’s the right step for their next round.

Rebecca Gibson
10th November 2025
SEIS Funds: What they are and how to raise money

If you're in the early stages of building your startup, this guide to SEIS funds should be helpful!

Rebecca Gibson
11th July 2025
Pre-seed data room checklist for UK startups – every document you’ll need

Get your pre-seed fundraising ready with our UK startup data room checklist. From pitch deck and cap table to IP and compliance docs — learn exactly what investors expect and how to stay organised.

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Gideon Stott
13th February 2025
How UK founders can use SEIS to fund, grow and exit their startup

Discover how UK founders can leverage the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) to fund their business, accelerate growth and plan a smart exit. Learn eligibility, tax benefits and key strategies.

Sam Simpson
23rd December 2024
UK Budget Announcement and its Implications

Our reaction to Rachel Reeves' Budget Announcement on 30th October 2024.

Henry Weekes
7th November 2024
Why EIS and SEIS Advance Assurance is so important to your investors

Most angel investors require it; you need to understand it. But what are the rules, how do the schemes work and what’s the impact on investor risk?

Sam Simpson
7th April 2023
PRESS RELEASE: Make the most of the mini-budget - a free ASA

Following the recent mini-budget, FounderCatalyst is giving free access to an ASA to allow founders to make use of the increased SEIS limits before April 2023.

Sam Simpson
13th October 2022
SEIS / EIS changes announced by the Chancellor 23rd Sept 22

A quick summary of changes announced to the SEIS and EIS schemes on 23rd of September 2022

Sam Simpson
23rd September 2022
For (S)EIS investors, are ASAs the Devil’s work?

Investors routinely sign up to Advance Subscription Agreements without batting an eyelid. We review the hidden risks.

Sam Simpson
11th May 2022

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