The Challenge
A Kerala-based SaaS startup preparing for its first round of foreign investment faced significant structural and compliance challenges. Key concerns included:
Selecting the appropriate legal and financial structure for inbound investment
Navigating FEMA regulations to avoid future compliance bottlenecks
Designing a tax-efficient approach to business scaling
Aligning documentation and reporting for investor readiness
Our Approach
Lekshmi N Iyer & Associates provided a step-by-step engagement to support the startup’s growth strategy.
Structuring for Investment
Evaluated incorporation options and advised on a FEMA-compliant structure suited for foreign capital inflow.
FEMA Advisory
Guided the founders on reporting requirements, fund tracking, and cross-border compliance documentation.
Tax Planning & Reporting
Created a scalable and tax-efficient framework, integrating both business operations and founder equity.
Investor Readiness Support
Helped build clean cap tables and supporting documentation for investor presentations and due diligence.
The Outcome
Compliant Business Setup
Structured a legal and financial entity capable of receiving and tracking foreign investment transparently.
Cross-Border Compliance
Built a streamlined FEMA reporting system with bank and regulatory alignment.
Tax-Efficient Model
Reduced tax exposure across founder income, business margins, and future investment tranches.
Investor-Ready Framework
Enabled the startup to confidently proceed with its first institutional funding conversation.
Why Professionals Choose Lekshmi N Iyer & Associates
Early-stage startups often require more than just compliance—they need foresight, flexibility, and alignment with future capital goals. Lekshmi N Iyer & Associates brings clarity to financial structuring, offering startup founders a reliable framework that anticipates investor expectations, regulatory shifts, and operational growth. Our strength lies in translating complexity into clean, scalable structures that support long-term vision without compromising on compliance.
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