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JOBS Act, One Year Later: Hang Tight, Equity Crowdfunding Is Coming
BY Catherine Clifford
President Obama signed the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act into law one year ago today, and it's still not implemented. JOBS Act Expected to Increase Diversity in Funding
BY Catherine Clifford
Industry experts anticipate more women and minorities will become startup funders when non-professional investors are allowed to participate in crowdfunding. VCs See Ex-Wired Editor's DIY Drones Taking Flight
BY Marty Jerome
Chris Anderson left one of the most prominent posts in tech media to become CEO of 3D Robotics, a company that helps hackers and engineers build do-it-yourself drones. Last fall he locked up a $5 million funding round. Raising Money Through Crowdfunding? Consider These Best Practices for Success
BY Catherine Clifford
At a conference in New York City, industry experts shared tips for tapping the crowd. 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Pitching Investors (Infographic)
BY Catherine Clifford
For many entrepreneurs looking to start a business, getting access to capital can be the make-or-break moment to a successful launch. 'Veronica Mars' Secrets You Can Use in Your Kickstarter Campaign
BY Rod Kurtz
Entrepreneurs looking for a funding boost can learn a few tricks from the cult favorite's Kickstarter success story. Why Consumer Credit Matters to Small Businesses (Opinion)
BY Scott Shane
Washington's recent efforts to protect consumers may be hampering small-business growth. Why Business Loans Are Up for Grabs
BY Toddi Gutner
Lending experts suggest that, finally, small-business owners and entrepreneurs can secure loans for their businesses -- if only they wanted them. 5 Quick Tips for Better Bootstrapping From SXSW
BY Bryan Keplesky
The founders of popular image-hosting service imgur on what it takes to launch a tech startup without seeking outside investors. SBA Budget Whacked $92 Million By Sequestration
BY Catherine Clifford
The Small Business Administration's budget has to be chopped by 5 percent across the board as a result of forced budget cuts. SBA Lending Marches On Post-Sequester, But Anxieties Linger
BY Catherine Clifford
The third annual Small Business Lending and Investment Summit convenes in Washington this week and will focus on the importance of SBA-backed lending. Online Platform Connects Entrepreneurs with Local Lenders
BY Michelle Goodman
SoMoLend has facilitated over 100 small-business loans totaling nearly $3.5 million. Sequester Countdown: What's in Store for the SBA
BY Catherine Clifford
Here is how the small-business agency is going to be affected by the $85 billion in government-spending cuts that will go into effect starting Friday. Angels in America: A Look at Angel Investment Growth Across the U.S. (Infographic)
BY Diana Ransom
When it comes to raising financing, angel investors are increasingly spending with startups. Here's a snapshot of the angel-investor landscape. Tough Credit Conditions Predicted for the Remainder of 2013
BY Cheryl Winokur Munk
Findings from Moody's Analytics shows that small-business credit quality dropped in the fourth quarter of 2012, but predicts a better outlook for 2014. Crowdfunders Step Up Lobbying for SEC Rules
BY Catherine Clifford
Members of the crowdfunding community descended on Washington, D.C., calling for the regulatory agency to finalize rules. Crowdfunders Press the SEC: What Is Taking So Long?
BY Catherine Clifford
Various members of the crowdfunding community are expected meet in Washington, D.C., Tuesday to press lawmakers and the SEC to implement the JOBS Act.Play Video Barbara Corcoran on How to Win Over the 'Crowd' (Video)
BY Colleen DeBaise
The Corcoran Group founder answers an entrepreneur's question about what works on crowdfunding sites.Play Video Barbara Corcoran on Two Things Investors Look For (Video)
BY Colleen DeBaise
The Shark Tank investor describes exactly what she looks for when entrepreneurs pitch to her. Loans, Contracts and Jobs: How Federal Spending Cuts Could Affect You
BY Catherine Clifford
If Congress can't come to a deal over how to reduce the budget, numerous small businesses could be affected. What's Hot in Venture Capital in 2013
BY Colleen DeBaise
A panel of New York City venture capitalists say advertising technology, financial technology and nanotechnology will be among 2013's most buzzworthy sectors. Online Microlenders Offer Capital to Young Businesses
BY Michelle Goodman
An eBay merchant quadruples his revenue with help from an online microlender. Crowd-funding Platform Connects Entrepreneurs With Consumer-Product Giants
BY Catherine Clifford
A San Francisco-based crowd-funding site draws the eyes and ears of multinational companies General Mills and Procter & Gamble. Social Marketing Service Gets a VC Boost
BY Kara Ohngren
Social Toaster, an online marketing service, snags $2 million by sticking close to home.Play Video Finding Your First Investor (Video)
BY Colleen DeBaise
Owen Davis from NYC Seed suggests building an initial product and showing off your expertise to impress investors. Raising Capital in Rural America
BY Susan Schreter
With startup communities popping up in cities across the U.S., you don't have to be in Silicon Valley to start a high-tech business. But can you find funding in rural America?Ads by Google
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