Would you like to set up an investment fund?
We have successfully launched a number of investment funds.
One key question that needs to be answered is 'What Jurisdiction?' Is the UK the right jurisdiction or are there other jurisdictions that may be more appropriate? This is a complex area that is subject to an increasing degree of regulation, and there is an often bewildering choice. In our view the choice of jurisdiction should based on 3 key considerations: commercial, regulatory and tax.
In general the more sophisticated the investor, the less onerous the regulation of the fund and vice versa. Other regulatory considerations to be borne in mind include: fund manager licence, promotions regulations and anti-money laundering rules. Special rules apply to US investors, and specialist advice should be sought in this case.