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Financing a Start-Up

Tech Coast Venture Network

Once you have some skin in the game, if you personally can’t get to some level of revenues in the business, or at a minimum, pre-sales or letters of intent, then on to round two – asking family and friends for help. In order to qualify, you have to have high net worth, a strong credit score and significant skin in the game.

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Raising Seed Capital Now: 10 Tips

Tech Coast Venture Network

To help you get a jump-start with fundraising, I’ve gathered tips from active early-stage investors and entrepreneurs who managed to beat the odds by raising capital during and after the Great Recession. . Let investors help you refine your pitch. “Most have a strong desire to mentor and help build companies.”

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