Crowdfunding

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[ad_1] New equity crowdfunding regulations that began taking effect last year have transformed the landscape for both entrepreneurs and investors in America. By enabling non-accredited individuals (the vast majority of the population) to invest in early stage startups for the first time, these new regulations have not only leveled the …

[ad_1] Crowdfunding made its much-awaited debut last summer to great fanfare. The new Regulation Crowdfunding rules enacted in May 2016 — designed to facilitate small-scale investment into private businesses — permit securities crowdfunding under the JOBS Act of 2012 such that anyone, not just accredited investors, can acquire an equity stake …

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[ad_1] Here are your Crowdfund with Cat Cliff’s Notes! The first season of Entrepreneur’s new web series covered topics such as what in the world equity crowdfunding means to what language is most effective in getting people to contribute to a crowdfunding campaign. If you are interested in learning more …

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