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Is crowdfunding legal?

Startup Company Lawyer

In 2005, Kiva launched a micro-finance platform that allows people to lend small amounts of money to entrepreneurs in developing areas. Second, crowdfunding will clearly expand the options available to small companies seeking financing.

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Crowdfunding Bill Stuck in the Senate

Scott Edward Walker

Background As the term suggests, “crowdfunding” is funding from a crowd of people — that is, many people provide small amounts of money to finance something. Indeed, it is unclear whether the Senate will even pass a crowdfunding bill (and, if so, in what form).

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Is the House Crowdfunding Bill Being Killed in the Senate?

Scott Edward Walker

As the term implies, “crowdfunding” is funding from a crowd of people – i.e., many people provide small amounts of money to finance something. What is Crowdfunding? How Does the House Bill Address These Issues?

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