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Using Convertible Notes to Fund Business Growth
Convertible notes offer a simple, streamlined means of starting a business before making an offering. Business startup costs can be considerable and include everything from business registration fees to graphic design and web hosting. Without an offer to market to investors, the business has no cash flow. Convertible notes provide the necessary capital to jumpstart…
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An Introduction to Convertible Notes: What Sponsors Should Know
Getting an offering off the ground costs a great deal of money in many instances. That can be challenging for sponsors. You’re tasked with getting money into the opportunity, but you have nothing to sell. Depending on the nature of the offering, you might be developing prototypes, working with architects, or collaborating with scientists. Of…
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Regulations and Market Movements: Navigating a Fluctuating Market
“May you live in interesting times” is an ancient Chinese curse that feels applicable today. Everywhere we look, we see change. Rising inflation, political tensions, and changes to regulations that govern who, when, where, and who can make deals all add complexity. For the unwary, those “interesting” shifts can mean lost profit and missed opportunities….
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Creating Your Deal: A Guide to Putting It All Together
Building a successful offering takes time, vision, and patience. It also requires understanding four important elements, each of which affects the ultimate outcome – your success. For new sponsors, that can be tricky. Even those with some experience under their belts may find that they don’t truly understand each element, which can lead to reduced…
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Maintaining Records, Dealing with Fear of an Audit, and Understanding Qualified Investors
Whether you’re going the Regulation D route or opting for a Regulation A deal or something else, maintaining appropriate records is vital. You could be on the wrong side of an audit without these records. That can lead to fines and fees or mean something worse – jail time. But what records should you maintain?…
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The Audit Process: What You Must Know When Regulators Come Knocking
While it’s hoped that you’ll never experience an audit, there’s always a chance. So, it’s important to know what to expect when regulators come knocking (or emailing, calling, etc.). Unfortunately, many people don’t and suffer the consequences. There’s a right way and a wrong way to go about this process and taking an incorrect path…