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Raising Capital? 3 Tips for Entrepreneurs

Scott Edward Walker

The most common exemption for startups is the so-called “private placement” exemption under Section 4(2) of the Securities Act of 1933 and/or Regulation D , the safe harbor promulgated thereunder. Issues to consider include: Has the investor done investments like this before? If so, how many and what role did he play?

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SEC Expands “Accredited Investor” Definition

Scott Edward Walker

Pursuant to applicable securities laws, a startup may not offer or sell its securities unless (i) the securities have been registered with the SEC and registered/qualified with applicable State securities commissions; or (ii) there is an exemption from registration. Practical Tips for Startups.

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Do You Know How to Pitch Your Startup in Social Situations?

Up and Running

It can be hard to pitch your startup, but with a little practice, you’ll be able to naturally bring it up in social situations—without feeling pushy or rehearsed. But finding natural ways to pitch your startup may still seem like the most daunting task you’ve faced yet. Adapt your pitch to the platform. Did you build an app?

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Why Co-Founders Are a Startup's Biggest Liability | The Startup Lawyer

thestartuplawyer.com

Contact The Startup Lawyer: Home Page About Contact FAQs Glossary Ryan Roberts Law: Home Page Social Networks: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Flickr Delicious Digg Last.FM He obviously never launched a startup and got shafted by a co-founder. He obviously never launched a startup and got shafted by a co-founder.

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Is crowdfunding legal?

Startup Company Lawyer

President Obama signed the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (known as the JOBS Act) into law on April 5, 2012. prohibit its directors, officers, or partners from having a financial interest in an issuer using its services. Crowdfunding: Its Practical Effect May Be Unclear Until SEC Rulemaking is Complete.

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Using warrants to pump up your VC valuation

www.mattbartus.com

Perspectives on issues affecting founders, startups and investors from a veteran startup lawyer in Silicon Valley. I totally agree that startups should absolutely try to negotiate as best as they possibly can with investors. 25 comments since March 31, 2010 Five questions that startups should ask a pro. Matt Bartus.

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Episode 8: Charlie’s Bcast Email, Startup Incubators, and 10 Reasons Why Startups Fail | The Bcast

Up and Running

Peter and Jonathan discuss startup incubators, and our guest Caroline talks to us about the “F” word and 10 reasons why startups fail. Startup Incubators – (2:13). Learn more about Techstars , a startup accelerator program. 10 Reasons Why Startups Fail – (9:31). Take your idea there.