Startup Company – What Are Accredited Investors and Why Should I Only Raise Money From Them?
Posted on October 27, 2009 - Filed Under International Investors, Investors, Operating Internationally, Private Equity, Private Investors, Small Business Bookkeeping, Venture Capital | Comments Off
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I’m an entrepreneur and have finished my business plan. I’m getting ready to raise $2 million for my startup real estate company – but a friend of mine said I should only talk to accredited investors. I’m not exactly sure what an accredited investor is and I don’t understand why I can’t [...]
The Best Market Strategy For This Recession
Posted on October 19, 2009 - Filed Under Private Investors | Comments Off
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It is amazing to me what people believe they should do when business slows down. Hopefully this story will help you or your people develop more business faster during this business melt down.
I was at an association networking event the other night and as was talking with some people a gentleman [...]
Student Investment Property
Posted on August 7, 2009 - Filed Under Private Investors | 2 Comments
The Benefits Of Student Investment Properties
Many investors balk at the idea of student investment properties. This always surprises us as we’ve owned both types, and the overall experience with students has been much better than with regular residential rentals. We’ve outlined some reasons below:
Reason 1
Parents typically co-sign the leases. The students don’t pay, their parent [...]
Private Investors Vs Business Cash Advance
Posted on May 21, 2009 - Filed Under Private Investors | 1 Comment
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Based on information compiled in two studies, both venture capital and angel investments have declined this year. According to the Money Tree report, released by the National Venture Capital Association and PricewaterhouseCoopers, first quarter investments for 2009 plummeted to a 12-year low. “Quarterly investment activity was down 47percent in dollars and 37 [...]
Financing Options for Entrepreneurs and Angel Investors
Posted on February 20, 2009 - Filed Under Entrepreneurs, Private Investors | Comments Off
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There are many risks involved when Early-Stage companies begin seeking loans from a bank; however, in order to understand the risks involved, one must understand what a bank really is. A bank is defined as a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities. The Federal Reserve [...]
Acquisition/Investment in Indian Companies by Foreign & Domestic Investors – Six Steps Mantra
Posted on February 11, 2009 - Filed Under Business Loans, Entrepreneurs, Investors, Operating Internationally, Private Equity, Private Investors, Small Business Bookkeeping, Venture Capital | Comments Off
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Acquisition/Investment in Indian Companies by Foreign & Domestic Investors – Six Steps Mantra
Joint ventures, strategic alliances and acquisitions are the flavor of the day that enable fast growth focused companies to have rapid inorganic growth and expansion in new sectors. However, prior to engaging in a joint venture relationship or acquisition of [...]
Finding Investors For Your Start Up Business Ideas
Posted on February 11, 2009 - Filed Under Business Loans, Business Networking, Business plan, Investors, Private Investors, Small Business Bookkeeping, Venture Capital | Comments Off
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There has been a recent wave of websites and TV shows about people starting their own business and following that path from bright idea and individual entrepreneur to small business start-up and then potentially to multinational, depending on the product or service. But what kind of audience are they broadcasting to? Well, [...]
How Do I Obtain Capital To Invest In My Business Start Up
Posted on February 11, 2009 - Filed Under Business Networking, Business plan, Entrepreneurs, Operating Internationally, Private Equity, Private Investors, Small Business Bookkeeping | Comments Off
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You’ll almost certainly need to raise money to start up your company, unless you already have sufficient capital yourself. The typical costs of starting up are in obtaining premises, manufacturing your product if you have one, buying materials, stock or equipment, marketing and fees for external consultancy such as legal help, [...]
The Economic Meltdown You Are Not Hearing About
Posted on February 11, 2009 - Filed Under Business Networking, Business plan, Entrepreneurs, International Investors, Investors, Operating Internationally, Private Equity, Private Investors | Comments Off
photo credit: A. www.viajar24h.comThe number one issue on the plate for nearly everyone is the economic meltdown that occurred in 2008 and is carrying through to 2009. Although we here bad news in the media, most don’t describe the really ugly things occurring.
The Banks
2008 was a bad year for banks. Given what you hear [...]
Obtaining Venture Capital For Business Startup
Posted on February 11, 2009 - Filed Under Entrepreneurs, International Business Development, International Business Plan, International Home Based Business, International Investors, Private Equity, Private Investors, Small Business Bookkeeping, Venture Capital | 1 Comment
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If you are an inventor or an entrepreneur, obtaining venture capital funding is most likely a major concern for you and your business. During the dot com boom, venture capitalists were fueling the growth, research, and ventures of many new companies. Now that the dot com boom has cooled, those worried [...]
