Startup Financing | Page 9

Before getting involved in crowdfunding, gather inspiration from big successes and learn from major scams.

Many startups run out of money soon after they launch, missing out on success before they even have a fighting chance.

The decline in startup rates might simply represent Americans' realization that earning a living running one's a small business has become more difficult over the past three-and-a-half decades.

There are plenty of intriguing companies on our Top 100 list, but from glowing plants to a life-sized origami boat, here's a look about some of the most bizarre.

When the bank of mom and dad shuts down, here are some startup funding resources for you.

Raise money for your business from your house, but beware of losing the roof over your head.

Equity crowdfunding proposes a fair shot for all entrepreneurs, but as with most things in a capitalist structure, only the strong will survive.

From scope creep to the opportunity to cash in, a look at the good and bad of working in exchange for equity.

Don't swipe the plastic too carelessly, because it's a double-edged sword.

The stakes for this year's Hult Prize challengers has never been higher, as they gear up for battle at the Clinton Global Initiative's annual meeting.

Small investments from a lot of people can equal a lot of money.

Make your personal network your first investors, but don't make it too informal.

Co-founder of nonprofit Practice Makes Perfect dishes on what he wished he would have known before joining an accelerator.

When all you have is 60 seconds, you'd better make them count. College entrepreneur Dwight Peters offers his top tips for polishing up your elevator pitch.

The three-day Startup Phenomenon conference will focus on how communities can foster entrepreneurship.

A men's clothing retailer pawns his Harley-Davidson to keep his store open.

Netscape's memory has left a complicated free-market legacy, with some good and bad effects felt nearly two decades down the line.

To take the sting out of the annoying task of invoicing, consider the tips.

The National Venture Capital Association released its first brand influence study on the venture capital industry today.

If you don't want to give up control of your business to outside investors, consider crowdfunding and bootstrapping.

When it comes to launching a business, running out of cash is a big, albeit common, problem. To avoid this fate, here are ten steps for amping up your company's credit record.