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Startups

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Essential valuation terms every UK founder should know

As a founder, you’ve probably come across terms like “pre-money valuation” and “discounted cash flow” in conversations about your company’s worth.

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A quick guide to government-backed schemes for UK startups

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A quick guide to government-backed schemes for UK startups

Starting a business is no small feat, yet the entrepreneurial spirit in the UK has never been stronger.

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Qualifying for SEIS: understanding eligibility criteria

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Qualifying for SEIS: understanding eligibility criteria

The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) is a powerful tool for founders to incentivise investors. It does this by offering significant tax...

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Navigating SEIS and EIS: Risk-to-capital decoded

Navigating the world of SEIS/EIS is challenging, and predicting approval can be especially difficult with stipulations such as ‘risk-to-capital’. For...

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Demystifying SEIS and EIS: speculative applications

For startup founders, securing SEIS (Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme) or EIS (Enterprise Investment Scheme) advance assurance can be a game-changer...

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Understanding term sheets: investment docs made easy

You've successfully pitched to investors, and now it's time to take the next steps and lock in that deal. This is where the term sheet comes in.

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Six key steps to maximise success ahead of a funding round

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Six key steps to maximise success ahead of a funding round

Raising capital can feel like a mountain to climb, but being prepared makes all the difference. Here are six things we have selected that will help...

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When you'll need a business plan (and why they matter today)

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When you'll need a business plan (and why they matter today)

Ah, the humble business plan. Far from being an outdated formality, it remains one of the most powerful tools in a founder's arsenal – when used...

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Roll-up vehicles: Simplify your cap table & speed up fundraising

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Roll-up vehicles: Simplify your cap table & speed up fundraising

We all know that securing investment is essential for business growth. But as your list of investors expands, your cap table might start to collapse...

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The investment thesis explained: everything you need to know

You've poured your heart and soul into your startup. Now you're ready to take the next big leap – securing venture capital (VC) funding.

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