Have a Startup? Be Afraid “Fear is the mother of foresight.” – Thomas Hardy I’ll come right out and say it. The point of this blog is to make you afraid. Now, before any of you tenacious entrepreneurs think I’m trying to slow your hustle, I want to tell you, the fear I’m talking about is Read More
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Of Course You Need a PPM! Here’s Why.
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As a leading practitioner in the Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) preparation industry, I speak to lots of people about PPMs. In the course of this work, I am asked a broad array of questions about PPMs, the law, crowdfunding, and raising capital. I am happy to answer these questions, and in fact offer everyone a Read More
Do I Need a PPM and How Much Will It Cost? Part II
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What Are My Options for Getting a PPM? In my previous post, I described the securities laws pertaining to raising private capital for your company and the importance of a comprehensive and customized PPM. Now that you have decided you want to protect your company by using a PPM, you may be thinking about – Read More
The Legal Needs of Small Businesses
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Most small businesses are working with limited resources. It’s understandable, then, that they have to prioritize, in some cases foregoing services that might otherwise be deemed necessary. However, it’s important for small business owners to understand the risks associated with foregoing necessary legal services. Because legal problems may seem unlikely, or at least far off, Read More
8 Essential Ingredients for Startup Success
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Starting a business is no easy feat, even if you understand the ins and outs of creating a business plan, seeking investors, and dealing with legalities like Rule 506(c) under Regulation D of the federal Securities Act. The process can be made easier when you have some guidelines for success, though. Here are a few Read More
How to Navigate Crowdfunding Legal Issues
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Crowdfunding has emerged as a convenient means of connecting up-and-coming entrepreneurs in need of capital with investors interested in funding new ventures. As a business owner looking to receive funding for your startup, you must be aware of any potential legal issues that could land you in hot water or even put a stop to Read More
Equity Crowdfunding Basics You Should Know
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You may have heard of popular crowdfunding sites that help you to kick-start a business idea with funding donated by those interested in your product. The nice thing about these sites is that the people who fund your venture will accept product samples, swag (posters, tees, associated merchandise), and even tokens like signed items or Read More
PPM Drafting: Online Templates Could Be Missing Essential Clauses, Don’t Be Fooled
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As an entrepreneur or owner of a start up business, you know the importance of balancing your goals with your budget. While it is smart to create a reasonable financial plan, there are some places where you just shouldn’t cut corners. Drafting your Private Placement Memorandum (or PPM) is an important aspect that requires the Read More
Why Every Business Using Crowdfunding Should Have a PPM
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Successfully raising capital from suitable investors requires careful planning, a selection of crucial documents, and a strategy aimed at convincing others of the value of your offering. Today, one of the most effective means of fundraising for any startup business or entrepreneur comes in the form of equity crowdfunding. In fact, by the end of Read More
Regulation A+, the Holy Grail for Startups! Or, is it?
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Regulation A+, the Holy Grail for Startups! Or, is it? Over the past few months you may have heard some chatter about Regulation A+ and how it changes everything when it comes to crowdfunding for startups. Not surprising. In fact, Regulation A+ only went into effect just recently on June 19, 2015. If you Read More
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