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The steps below highlight some of the key initial considerations involved when setting up your own hedge fund business. Once you have completed them go to the Launch page.

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Step 1 Consider current employment situation

1. I want to set up a new hedge funds business - what should I do in relation to my current employment?

Step 2 Choose and protect your brand identity

1. How do I choose a name and brand? How do I check whether my chosen name is available? Do I need to protect against others using the name and brand I have chosen?

Step 3 Decide on your management entity business structure

Step 4 Decide on your fund structure

Step 5 Prepare SFC application

1. What is the basic process to obtain a licence from the SFC?

Step 6 Agree seeding arrangements

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