Consider other tax efficient investments

If you are looking for investment opportunities, have you considered the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS)?

These investments in certain qualifying companies allow you to set off 30% of the amount invested against your tax bill as well as capital gains tax (CGT) deferral.

An even more generous tax break is available for investment in a qualifying Seed EIS company where income tax relief at 50% is available. In addition, it is possible to obtain relief against your 2016/17 capital gains.

Both EIS and Seed EIS also provide a CGT exemption when the shares themselves are sold after 3 years. Note, however, that qualifying  EIS and Seed EIS companies tend to be risky investments so professional advice should be taken. A 30% income tax break is also available by investing in a Venture Capital Trust.

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