Angel investing
BY Catherine Clifford
Entrepreneurs looking to grow quickly often exchange portions of their company for cash several times in their company's lifecycle. Here is a look at what that path can look like.
At TechCrunch Disrupt, Heavyweight Investors Answer Questions About Outside Financing
BY Andrea Huspeni
During a panel discussion at TechCrunch Disrupt NY, investors discussed when and how young entrepreneurs should go down the venture capital route.
Pitch Perfect: How to Prepare to Speak in Front of Investors
BY Matthew Toren
Here's a guide for how to prepare your pitch for angel investors and venture capitalists the likes of Chris Dixon.
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.
What Angel Investors Want Now
BY Catherine Clifford
The second annual Halo Report released today shows where angels are excited to invest, both by sector and geographically, and how much they are commonly investing.
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.
Angel Investment Clubs Offer a Ray of Hope -- and Capital
BY Susan Schreter
From Silicon Valley to the Gulf Coast, angel investment clubs are looking to fund local startups that solve problems across a variety of industries.
Finally, Access to Capital Improving for Small Businesses
BY Catherine Clifford
Several reports show that entrepreneurs are gaining ground when it comes to the funding they need to run and grow their business.
Angels, Equity and a Shark of One's Own
BY Carol Tice
Many small-business owners who hope to land angel funding have expectations that are wildly unrealistic. Here's a reality check.
Play Video Barbara Corcoran's Angel Investor Checklist (Video)
BY Teri Evans
In this 'Trep Talk Extra, the Shark Tank star and angel investor shares the hard-hitting questions she asks entrepreneurs before investing in their business.
Let Small Investors Join Angel Groups (Opinion)
BY Scott Shane
Being rich does little to protect an investor from fraud. Often there is safety in numbers.
Top Sources of Small-Business Financing in 2012
BY Catherine Clifford
The lending market for small businesses cratered during the recession and has been on a jagged path of recovery. To help fill the void, entrepreneurs are finding alternative financing sources.
Why One Investor is Banking on Vets
BY Diana Ransom
Former Army major turned entrepreneur describes why he thinks veteran-owned businesses are a worthwhile investment.
An Insider's Take on Attracting Angel Investment
BY Gwen Moran
James Hunt, an angel investor and adjunct professor at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business, shares his secrets on getting attention from financial backers.
5 Worst Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make When Pitching Angel Investors
BY Jason Fell
Here's a look at the biggest blunders and how to avoid them.
The Top 10 Angel Investor Groups
BY Jason Fell
A look at the largest groups that fund startups, ranked by number of investors.
Play Video How to Land Angel Funding (Video)
BY Diana Ransom
Entrepreneur's Diana Ransom talks with David S. Rose, founder of New York Angels, about the best way to secure financial backing from angel investors.
Play Video How to Find an Angel Investor (Video)
BY Diana Ransom
David S. Rose of New York Angels explains how entrepreneurs can meet angel investors. Entrepreneur's Diana Ransom reports.
Could a Band of Angels Help Your Business?
BY Carol Tice
Angel investors are getting easier to find thanks to the rise of investment groups.
Caterina Fake on Stepping into the Unknown
BY Teri Evans
The co-founder of Flickr and Hunch talks about finding inspiration and what keeps her up at night.
Where Not to Look for Money -- And Where You're More Likely to Find It
BY Bob Reiss
Entrepreneurs can save time and angst by looking beyond banks and other mythical sources of startup capital.
How to Find the Right Investor for Your Business
BY Eileen P. Gunn
Your investor-entrepreneur relationship is important. After all, you may be living with it every day for years to come.



