When making investments, an investor may come across a funding portal or a broker-dealer platform. While both are intermediaries that allow investors to invest in startups, there are many differences in the types of investment opportunities, the standards each must … Continue reading
Equity Crowdfunding
In today’s digital age, social media has helped transform the way people connect, communicate, and engage with others, making it an invaluable tool for startups raising some types of capital. Social media platforms can offer the ability to reach a … Continue reading
When a startup is raising funding, a founder can feel like the fundraising process for startups is another full-time job. How can startup founders efficiently manage the funding process from due diligence to actively raising capital and closing the campaign? … Continue reading
Equity crowdfunding emerged in recent years and has helped disrupt traditional fundraising avenues for startups such as venture capital and angel investing. This form of fundraising is a model that helps democratize access to capital and can empower everyday investors … Continue reading
When a startup chooses to raise funding through equity crowdfunding, they have the option to offer additional perks as a “thank you” for investing. Perks can come in various forms, whether a tangible perk offered by a main street business … Continue reading
There are a variety of financial instruments that entrepreneurs and startups can choose to utilize when raising capital. Some of the more well-known choices include common stock, preferred stock, and convertible notes, but another alternative is a crowd note. Primarily … Continue reading
There are two common types of investors when it comes to investing in private companies: accredited and non-accredited investors. While both types of investors have the opportunity to invest in startups, they have clear differentiations when it comes to the … Continue reading
Starting a new business is an exciting but challenging endeavor. One of the most important aspects of launching a new venture is deciding if, when, and how to raise capital for a startup. With many options available, it’s essential to … Continue reading
Understanding Alternative Investments Investors are increasingly seeking alternatives to traditional asset classes such as stocks and bonds. In fact, the global alternatives market is projected to reach $24.5T by 2028[1]. The rise of alternative investing has been fueled by a … Continue reading
When a startup decides to raise capital through crowdfunding, the following question often poses itself: “Should I offer equity or revenue share to potential investors?” With the same goal of raising capital, the execution and post-raise period can look significantly … Continue reading
