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SEC Expands “Accredited Investor” Definition

Scott Edward Walker

The most common exemption used by startups is the so-called “private placement” exemption under Section 4(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

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This Week in VC: Michael Montgomery (President, Montgomery & Co.)

Both Sides of the Table

This process is normally known as doing a “private placement&# and we agreed that in most cases you don’t want an i-bank involved in raising your first round of capital. Give up a box of clothes and receive one in the size you designate. Online retailer of affordable “accessible luxury” designer fashion.

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Using warrants to pump up your VC valuation

www.mattbartus.com

Employees, Advisors & Consultants (12). Developers, designers, support engineers & more! 25 comments since March 31, 2010 Five questions that startups should ask a pro. November 2010 (3). October 2010 (2). September 2010 (6). August 2010 (6). July 2010 (2). June 2010 (1). May 2010 (4). April 2010 (1). March 2010 (2).

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