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LLCs: Understand Asset Protection, Signatures, and Series LLCs
One of the most important decisions business owners make is the structure used for the company. Corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships – these are just some of the options available. However, limited liability corporations (LLCs) offer what may be the most versatile combination of protection and growth potential, which is why it’s so frequently recommended….
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Business Types: A Comparison of Options and Why You Should Consider an LLC
One of the most important steps in creating a successful offering is choosing the right business formation option. A wide range of choices exists, but they are not all created equal. Making an informed decision is crucial, as the business structure will affect everything from taxation to the number of members required, and much more….
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Private Placement Memorandums and the 5 W’s: What Sponsors Must Know
Private placement memorandums (PPMs) are vital and provide transparency for potential investors and protection for sponsors. However, understanding how PPMs are structured, what’s included, and how detailed to go is important to a successful offering. Central to that are the “5 W’s”. These are five basic questions that must be answered in detail within the…
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Private Placement Memorandums: What Are They and What Should They Include?
Managing an offering successfully requires a solid understanding of many factors – reporting and disclosure are among the most critical. This can be a major stumbling block for new dealmakers and sponsors. In this post, we will explore one of the most essential disclosure documents: the Private Placement Memorandums (PPM). Note that all information within…
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Private Equity Funds: Exploring the Benefits of These Investment Vehicles
There is no shortage of options when it comes to financial tools and investment vehicles. However, one that may not get the attention it deserves is the private equity fund, usually abbreviated as Private Equity fund. In essence, Private Equity funds are blind pools with a bucket where all the money goes. They’re designed to…
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Convertible Notes: Finding Your First Lender and Structuring Your Note
Convertible notes provide a way to get your business off the ground before conventional funding is available. They answer the challenge created by being unable to market to investors and the need to pay for things like logo design, website creation, and the development of marketing collateral to reach those investors in the first place….