For a startup, securing funding typically involves building and leveraging a strong investor network. In fact, nearly 70% of venture capital deals come from connections in the investor’s network, according to a survey from Harvard Business Review.[1] How can founders … Continue reading
Regulation Crowdfunding
A common challenge that startups may endure is deciding how much capital to raise in a funding round. If it sets the bar too high, it can look greedy. If it sets the bar too low, it might not have … Continue reading
For a long time, investing in startups was a privilege reserved for the wealthy. Those who met specific income or net worth requirements were considered accredited investors – those with the financial sophistication to take on the high-level of risk … Continue reading
Raising capital for a startup can be a time consuming but important process. MicroVentures may be able to help your startup complete the fundraising process from due diligence to final wire. In this blog, learn more about the fundraising process … Continue reading
General solicitation rules allow companies to broadly advertise their capital raise to a wide audience via newspapers, magazines, public websites, television, radio broadcasts, and other forms of communication. This helps facilitate investment marketing to reach potential investors and inform them … Continue reading
Distinguishing an Accredited Investor vs. a Sophisticated Investor Investing in private markets can offer unique opportunities for individuals seeking diversification beyond traditional investment avenues. However, these opportunities come with regulatory considerations that differentiate between investors, particularly Accredited and Sophisticated investors. … Continue reading
The term “disruptor” is often thrown around when referring to startups. It can appear that every startup innovation aims to be the next big disruptor, the next company that shakes up an industry and redefines the way people live, work, … Continue reading
After your startup has closed a crowdfunding campaign, you may be wondering what best practices are for communicating with your new investors. How often should you contact your investors? What should you say to investors? Are there any other things … Continue reading
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
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
