What Due Diligence does Blackfinch carry out before investing in a company?

Alongside Advance Assurance from HMRC, Blackfinch performs extensive due diligence on prospective companies. Advance Assurance is an indication from HMRC that, based on the information provided, the company is expected to qualify for EIS tax relief.

Blackfinch also undertakes a detailed commercial review led by a sector specialist and obtains an independent, professional indemnity-backed EIS opinion from a leading tax adviser before making an investment decision.