Funding
BY Brian Patrick Eha
Meet the entrepreneurs who lined up to pitch to casting directors of the ABC reality TV show. Spreading the Love of Silicon Valley (Infographic)
BY Andrea Huspeni
Let's face it, Silicon Valley is still the mecca for startups, and every other city is playing catch up.Why Raising Capital Is a 4-Step Process
BY Peter S. Cohan
Seeking funding for your business shouldn't be a one-time endeavor. Here are four stages of business development that can serve as a road map for your funding strategy. NY Angels' Brian Cohen on How to Get 'Smart' Funding for Your Billion Dollar Idea
BY Brian Cohen
In his new book, angel investor Brian Cohen talks about the importance of getting smart money for your startup. How Entrepreneur Friendly are the Top 10 Startup Hubs?
BY Andrea Huspeni
Before you pack your bags and head off to Silicon Valley, check out how the top startup ecosystems rank when it comes to ease of starting a business. When Friends and Family Become Financiers
BY Randy Myers
Raising money from family and friends to fund a business can be a complex situation to navigate, requiring both personal trust and a professional approach. 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. 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. The 10 Best Cities to Start a Business
BY Jenna Goudreau
A new report ranks the top cities for startups based on lending, business friendliness, hiring pool and local economy. 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.Play Video Atari Co-Founder Nolan Bushnell on Gaming and Business Growth (Video)
BY Bryan Elliott
The video-game pioneer recounts his startup story, pointing out common pitfalls of aspiring entrepreneurs. NYC Venture Fellows Program Mentors Startups on the Fast Track
BY Brian Patrick Eha
Since 2011, a competitive fellowship program has been providing early-stage startup founders in New York City with the contacts and knowledge they need to succeed. Where to Look for Grant Money for Your Business
BY Entrepreneur Staff
Grant funding isn't just for nonprofits. Startups can also secure grant money. Finding a good match is the hard part. Here are some ideas for launching your search. Richard Branson on Why Money Isn't Everything
BY Richard Branson
You need a lot of ingredients to launch a successful business, but a big pot of money isn't one of them. Virgin founder Richard Branson explains why. Kauffman Foundation's State of Entrepreneurship: A Hopeful Outlook for 2013
BY Cheryl Winokur Munk
Industry watchers are hopeful that entrepreneurship is on the rise. 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? Equity Crowdfunding Rules Stalled at SEC
BY Kyle Stock
What's ahead for companies seeking to tap crowdfunding to sell equity stakes online? Lots of waiting. Anonymous Investors Offer a Lending Alternative
BY Michelle Goodman
On peer-to-peer lending website Prosper, anonymous users raise money from anonymous investors, Kickstarter-style. 10 Questions to Answer Before Pitching Investors
BY Jane Porter
Preparation can mean the difference between securing funding and being left high and dry. Here's how to make sure you've covered all your bases. Mark Peter Davis on the Problem With the VC Industry
BY J. Tepper
Mark Peter Davis' journey from venture capitalist back to entrepreneur has given him a unique perspective on the new challenges of start-up fundraising. Starting a Business? Here's What You'll Be Up Against (Infographic)
BY Kathleen Davis
From slow sales to finding funding -- a breakdown of the struggles that entrepreneurs face. Crowdfunding Site Gives Startups and Small Businesses a Boost
BY Jason Daley
A spin on crowdfunding, Smallknot, asks customers to support local businesses. How to Get Funding? Act Like You Don't Need It
BY Gwen Moran
Vungle, a mobile advertising startup, makes trailers for apps and had investors fighting get in on the action. Why VCs Should Think Like Entrepreneurs
BY Amy Cosper
The world needs a more VCs who think like entrepreneurs -- ready to invest in the next great big idea. 
