'As we see it, there are two things that could be done to increase interest in making EIS investments in deserving growth companies. Probably the most fundamental is a clear commitment to radically increase general awareness of the EIS. The fact that only 33,000 individuals made claims for any level of EIS income tax relief in 2015/16 surely suggests that many people are simply unaware of the benefits on offer. We regularly meet prospective investors who have never even heard of the EIS, let alone have any concept of just how attractive the tax incentives can be. The advisory community and personal finance media could do much more to publicise the wealth-creating possibilities of EIS investing – and, in particular, make it clear that EIS funds are not the only way to access EIS-qualifying companies.'

Read the full article here: EIS – Where now for the EIS?

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