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Term sheet condition to use the investors law firm?
Our company has just received a term sheet for a convertible debt investment. One of the clauses states that we have to pay the fees for drafting the agreements (which I understand is normal), but ...
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Finder's Fees and SEC regulations
I've been advised on multiple occasions that agreeing to a finder's fee as a percentage of capital raised is illegal in the United States, unless the "finder" is a licensed broker-dealer.
Despite ...
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When and how do I approach an investor?
I've been working on my startup for about 3 months now. Currently we have two active team members: a backend developer and a frontend developer (myself). Now we're looking to get investments so that ...
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Intentions of Pre-Product VC Contact
A VC contacted me about a few weeks ago and he has been wanting to speak just about every week to talk about my business idea.
The idea is still pre-product,and very early on.
What are the potential ...
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Is it unattractive to investors if I have a 51% Anti-Dilution Provision?
Will investors be turned off if i own 51% of the company and have an Anti-Dilution clause that keeps me at 51%?
I expect I will go through several rounds of 3rd party investing in my start-up.
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What is the procedure to finance a project?
A wealth individual would like to invest into a project where he would provide the funds and I would provide the management of the project. However, I am not too sure of the correct procedure to start ...
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Where can I find international seed investors?
We have just lauched a website for our upcoming SPARQL Database Server. We would like to attract the interest of international seed investors, but we are not sure where to start looking. We are based ...
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Pondering Angel Investment
My startup has been bootstrapping for 4-5 months, we're at the point now, the other cofounder is working 40+ hours a week on a full time job at a company, would potential angels look down on this and ...
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How long does it take a company similiar to ebay to get investing [closed]
My Company is looking to get angel investing for a startup in order to provide more resources/time to various aspects of our business.
How long does it take to sway an angel to invest? I know this ...
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Late Stage Investments
My partners and I have built our company from an $11K company to a $1.2M company in 5 years. We have an investor who would like to put $500K into the company to help us get it to the "next level". My ...
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What will happen if an individual invest in the company before it goes public?
Lets assume the example of Groupon which is going to be public this year or next year.Suppose if someone invests $100Million in the company,will its valuation increase for the individual or for its ...
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Can some wealthy investor invest or can have a deal with the compeny before it goes public?
Well I just had a question in mind that a wealthy investor invest his money in any IPO before it goes public.Said that I am referring through recent Goldman Sachs and Facebook deal worth $450 Million ...
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What are the requirements for raising capital for IPO through private placement?
Well I am trying to raise capital for upcoming IPO's.I would appreciate for the answer of these questions.
1.What are the requirements for raising capital by Private placement memorandum process.
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Receiving investment into bank account
We are a UK Ltd company with 2 directors. We have a business bank account set up. We have spoken to lawyers and managed to obtain all necessary documentation. It's an exciting time!
The investment ...
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When and how to “get out”? And some advice?
I have been involved with a technology startup in the UK from day 0, for over 5 years now.
The company is up to 800k+ revenue over the last year and was on track for a 150k profit. Unfortunately some ...
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When sending money from an office in one country to another, if this money is sent via credit/debit card payment are there any tax implications?
One of the company's co-founders is investing and to avoid high fees I suggested we use our merchant account whereby he will make a payment online and then I will receive the money in the UK. Is this ...
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Is it better to have a formal contract on ownership prior to accepting external investment?
Not assigning anyone any equity until we get funding, despite that fact that I am the tech.-cofounder i need to start developing a demo to show investors.
Should an actual contract really be worked ...
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I don't think I need funding, should I shop around anyway?
I'm making what I guess you'd call a website startup, at it's current state, I can do all the developing myself and I have a design coming along from my partner. Overheads will never exceed the cost ...
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Startup Company and Equity for Members
Thanks for taking the time to read this post. I am looking for some advice on how to setup equity for members of my company, which is a location-based social network for iOS devices. As it stands ...
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Can an investment agreement take place online?
Can an investment agreement take place online without entrepreneurs meeting with the investors? If yes, then what is the best procedure. Most of the time Investors want to invest in a startup but ...
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Who are angel investors? How do they work out with start ups?
I have started a small software firm. Of course we need some funding. That's where I heard about angel investors. I would like know about angel investors and how start-ups normally work with them. ...
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List of VCs who are interested in early-stage web technology investments
There are some VC funds who only invest in late-stage companies and some who focus on early stage
I am trying to find (or build) a list of those who are interested in taking part in early-stage ...
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Co-founders unequal shares but how about initial capital injection?
Currently I'm working on a project together with 1 co-founder and soon we are going to incorporate a company. We agreed that I get 70% shares and he gets 30% . The reason is because I started the ...
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Who uses “Self-Directed” Retirement Accounts to fund start-ups?
In the United States a retirement account like a 401K or an IRA can be incorporated as a "self-directed" account. A self-direct account provides you check-book control over your retirement account. It ...
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Are loans from Individuals common for startups? Is it a good way to grow?
I am the owner of a website that distributes digital content (photo/ footage/ music) for the film, interactive and media industries.
We launched four years ago and are among the market leaders in a ...
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I want to start an investment club
Ok gang, your input will be greatly appreciated here.
I have convinced 4 of my friends and relatives to join me in founding an investment club ( a la private equity or VC)
the idea is very simple: ...
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Legal aspects of taking investments from a foreign company
There's quite a lot of documentation (for example here) about pros and cons of taking an investment from an accredited or non-accredited investor. However, I don't see any explanation when it comes to ...
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Angel Investment Negotiation
my partner and I are creating a start-up and I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice about negotiating with an angel investor. The start-up is a social networking website for pets. We have ...
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A con-artist or an investor
I have two potential investors: 1) My uncle - a trusted and wealthy family member and 2) "M.S." an unknown person that approached me after having heard my pitch and was "instantly enamored with my ...
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In seed funding, can the investment come from multiple sources?
I have two investors that appear interested in my concept. I am going to speak to one tomorrow. I intend to disclose to him that I will also be speaking with another investor very soon. If possible ...
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What are questions every VC should ask a startup?
Believe the question explains itself, but if you have questions, just let me know.
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$50,000-250,000…? Thoughts Please
WE are just about to roll out our pivate equity fund, the raise is 100MM. Over the years we have accumulated many 50,000 type investors. What would you suggest is the minimum investment amount? How ...
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Keeping investors updated
Our company has attracted 14 private investors, each for relatively small stakes. They not only provide seed capital, but also diverse experience and valuable advice.
Can you recommend a ...
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Issuing new shares
I set up a company with 1 share.
The company is now attracting investment for which we will offer, in total, 20% ownership of the company. These would be B Ordinary Shares - with the only difference ...
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The easiest way to angel invest between two countries?
Is there a quick and easy way for a person based in Europe to invest in a startup (incorporated) in Asia?
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Finding the right VC
I am looking for a VC that invests in the homeland security or access control industries...
Is there a website where I can search for VC's according to the field in which they invest?
I found VCDB, ...
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If I go to meet an angel investor without a business plan, will he dismiss my attempt immediately?
Can I probably get an investment from an angel investor even if I don't have a business plan? I have developed my website and my website is undergoing testing and it can be shown to an angel investor.
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