Financing
Google Leads a $125 Million Investment in Lending Club
BY Brian Patrick Eha
The peer-to-peer lending platform is now reportedly valued at $1.55 billion. Where Small Businesses Are Finding Money (Infographic)
BY Kathleen Davis
Securing a small-business loan has become more difficult in recent years. Here's a look at how companies are coping. Richard Branson on Convincing Investors to Fund Your Tech Startup
BY Richard Branson
Virgin's founder weighs in on what questions to ask yourself when determining whether your business will attract investors. Venture Capital Funding Slows in the First Quarter
BY Cheryl Winokur Munk
A new report shows an overall decline in investment dollars and deals but a brighter outlook for the software sector. Crowdsourcing's New Platform: Prime-Time Reality TV
BY Catherine Clifford
CNBC announces a new television show called 'Crowd Rules' where business owners compete for $50,000. The money is awarded based on an audience vote. Clif Bar Founders Get Into Venture Capital
BY Matt Villano
The founders of Clif Bar set out to fund more altruistic success stories with their venture capital firm White Road investments. Venture Capital's Big Boys Getting Bigger
BY Catherine Clifford
Fewer private U.S. venture-capital funds are raising money to invest in startups, the National Venture Capital Association says. The biggest players are at the top, the smallest are at the bottom and the midsize firms watch the clock tick. Lending to Franchises Reaches the Highest Level Since the Recession
BY Catherine Clifford
Banks are expected to make $23.9 billion available to franchise businesses this year, according to a new report by the International Franchise Association. A Mobile Game That Enables Real-World Microlending
BY Michelle Goodman
Seeds, a free mobile game, lets players build a virtual civilization while microfinancing women entrepreneurs in Kenya. Crowdfunding Industry On Fire: Trends to Watch
BY Catherine Clifford
Market research data shows that 308 active crowdfunding platforms raised $2.7 billion last year. In 2013, the industry is expected to raise $5.1 billion. Here's a look at where the rapidly-evolving industry is heading. 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.Ads by Google
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