I see this confusion a lot: People use the terms “venture capital,” “venture capitalist,” and “VC” to apply to any outsider investing in a startup. However, it’s really useful to draw some distinctions in this area, between three important classifications: venture capital, angel investors, and anybody else.
Seeking Capital
3 Things You Need to Have When Raising Money
Each of us has a list of things we look for early on when identifying whether we want to go to the next step in analyzing a plan. Come to think of it, these are good for challenging any business plan.
How to Find a Venture Capital Firm Aligned with Your Values
You’ve got the ideas. You’ve got the plan. You’ve even got a potential staff. What you don’t have is the money. Pairing with a venture capital firm can be promising but precarious.
5 Tips for Dealing with Lenders
Whether money is needed to fund a new project or to expand on an existing one, the same rules apply with respect to gaining the attention and generosity of lenders.
Small Business Lending 2.0: The Technological Revolution
When new technology sprouts up, there is often a battle between two entities: old guard vs. new. Normally, the old guard will hold on to its original ways as long as possible until it has no choice but to adapt.
Disadvantages of Unsecured Business Loans
Most entrepreneurs want to cast a wide net when applying for loans. Before you make your final decision about which loan option is the best for you, here are some things to keep in mind about unsecured loans.
5 Logistical Steps for Startups Seeking Investors
Don’t charge the hill until you are “ready.” This probably seems obvious to military types, but I see entrepreneurs violating this rule all the time. They approach key potential investors way too early.
Attracting Investors for Your Start Up Business
Sometimes it is better to use an investing partner than a bank to get the capital needed for a business. While many people think that franchising requires bank loans, there are other alternatives for financing your franchise, including investors.
How to Tackle Your First Year as an Entrepreneur
We’re about two weeks into the New Year and I’ve already seen a quarter of my Facebook friends declare that “2014 is gonna be my year!” Let’s hope such is the case for all you entrepreneurs out there!
How to Get a Loan for That Business You’ve Always Dreamed of Starting
Credit is more readily available in 2014 than it was in previous years. However, you still have to be smart and do everything you can to increase your chances of getting a start up business loan.
