Despite Multiple Frameworks, These Are Steps Companies Should Always Take Regulation Crowdfunding – The Latest Iteration Since May 17, the number of regulation crowdfund offerings has increased from 25 to 100, an increase of 300%. Demand for capital has increased from $13.1 million to $58.8 million over that time period. Actual capital committed has increased from $2.9 million to $8.5…
We have seen the statistics. Start-ups in the United States have declined from 12-13 percent of all firms to 7-8%. 31% more companies shut their doors each year than open them. Some find these statistics depressing, if not alarming. They shouldn’t. With more than 30 million businesses in the U.S., 7-8% still represents more than 2,000,000 entrepreneurs getting started. They…
Equity crowdfunding allows entrepreneurs to reach investors interested in purchasing partial ownership interests in their startups or privately-held small businesses – all in a transparent, accountable way. Let’s review some of the different components that make equity crowdfunding work so efficiently: What Are Equity Crowdfunding Portals? Equity crowdfunding portals are essentially online middlemen through which entrepreneurs seeking capital and investors…
More than 2 billion people are online and exchanging ideas. This is fundamentally changing the way the capital markets work. The Internet, social media and new regulations allowing for general solicitation over the Internet have created an unprecedented opportunity for private, emerging growth companies to raise awareness and capital for their business. Meanwhile, the Internet and social media are being…
Technology is radically reshaping the financial services industry before our eyes. This paradigm shift is affecting everything from the way we borrow and lend money, process payments, and even the very nature your clients invest. As an investment advisor, you have front-row seats to these incredible changes. Embracing these innovations will help you better connect with clients, distinguish yourself from…
