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In 2012 the venture capital industry invested $26Bn in the US market, in 3698 firms at an average investment of $7m (NVCA). These were directed at start up companies. Approximately 40% of these firms will fail so it’s not an investment arena for the faint-hearted. Given only around 6000 companies s Read More
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If you’re raising money for your company and you want to pitch to angel investors or venture capitalists, then there are a few important things to know that savvy investors care about. Read More
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In today’s economy it harder then ever to secure a small business loan…or is it? Trying to obtain a traditional loan for your small business can be difficult or hands down impossible, the good news is there are several other options. This article will detail the benefits of utilizing... Read More
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Two Signs Private Companies are Stronger

Two Signs Private Companies are Stronger - http://www.forbes.com Avatar Posted by Sageworks under Raising Capital
From http://www.forbes.com 4109 days ago
Made Hot by: HeatherStone on January 24, 2013 4:50 am
Lenders may yet be cautious about providing commercial loans, but privately held companies have improved two financial metrics that are among the best predictors of financial health. Read More
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Take the Money When It’s Offered 

Take the Money When It’s Offered  - http://www.kirchnerpcg.com Avatar Posted by kirchnergroup under Raising Capital
From http://www.kirchnerpcg.com 4140 days ago
Made Hot by: ShawnHessinger on December 22, 2012 4:52 pm
Early-stage financing is difficult, no question. Finding investors that understand the opportunity, are convinced that their risk is warranted given the potential reward, and getting investors to the point of putting a term sheet in place can be Herculean tasks separately, and even more challenging Read More
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If you are going to raise money you need to understand valuation and to do that you need to understand an important little ratio- The Price Earnings Ratio! Read More
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When Retailers Should Raise Prices and How

When Retailers Should Raise Prices and How - http://www.buyerzone.com Avatar Posted by BuyerZone under Raising Capital
From http://www.buyerzone.com 4138 days ago
Made Hot by: Ruth Stone on December 21, 2012 5:01 pm
Pricing intelligence is important to staying competitive. Industry Insights' columnist Gilon Miller explains how retailers can raise prices the right way. Read More
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Pitching a VC: Why Financials Matter - VentureBlog

Pitching a VC: Why Financials Matter - VentureBlog - http://www.ventureblog.com Avatar Posted by sundaydriver under Raising Capital
From http://www.ventureblog.com 4146 days ago
Made Hot by: Monsieur Eraser on December 15, 2012 12:54 am
I was once being pitched by a very smart entrepreneur who, when he got to the slide about his companies financials, said "I made all of this up, but here you have it." On the one hand, it was an pretty flippant approach to a relatively crucial aspect of his... Read More
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What Small Business Owners Need to Know About Funding

What Small Business Owners Need to Know About Funding - http://www.noobpreneur.com Avatar Posted by ivanpw under Raising Capital
From http://www.noobpreneur.com 4154 days ago
Made Hot by: tiroberts on December 4, 2012 3:01 am
Even the best ideas, brightest products, and most innovative services requires the financial backing necessary to get said idea off the ground.

A great article written by Ann Smarty of My Blog Guest. Read More
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How do you know your business idea is worth investing in? Investors look for three things: whether your business has or can get massive reach, what your business' USP would be and how capital efficient it will be. This blog answers the first question. Read More
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