Peerbackers

Starting a Business

The Buzz About Beehive: Peer-To-Peer Lending Makes A GCC Entrance

P2P lending refers to the practice of investors lending money directly to borrowers without going through a financial intermediary such as a bank.

Thought Leaders

Look to Peer Mentoring Groups for Ideas, Support and Tough Love

Mentoring groups are good for practical business advice and brainstorming, not so good for limitless hand holding.

Fundraising

How to Get Publicity for Your Crowdfunding Campaign

Media coverage for your crowdfunding project will help attract backing and build brand awareness. Learn how you can get the press interested in your project.

Fundraising

How to Use Video to Promote Your Crowdfunding Campaign

Campaigns that use videos have a significantly higher success rate and raise more money than those that don't. Find out what your videos should contain to bring in the backers

Fundraising

How to Spread the Word About Your Crowdfunding Campaign

Crowdfunding is not a 'set it and forget it' proposition. Running a successful campaign requires being fearless in getting out and spreading the word about your venture.

Fundraising

How to Market Your Crowdfunding Campaign

You need a crowd to fund your idea. Here are the sources you should tap to spread the word about your crowdfunding campaign.

Fundraising

They Raised $1 Million and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt

Offering rewards -- iPad cases, dinner with the founders -- helps attract people interested in funding a new business. Here's a guide to fund-raising giveaways.

Fundraising

10 Top Crowdfunding Websites

A look at the crowdfunding sites with the best track records that can be used to fund businesses.