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5 Equity Crowdfunding Reflections Before You Sign Up

Startup Professionals Musings

With the advent and growth of crowdfunding over the past few years, many entrepreneurs have predicted the demise of those demanding angel investment groups and venture capital organizations. In equity crowdfunding, no investor is representing their own interest. But don’t be misled – these are just the cream of the crop.

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With an ARR topping $250 million, LA’s vertical SAAS superstar ServiceTitan is now worth $8.3 billion

TechCrunch LA

The company’s massive mint comes thanks to a new $500 million financing round led by Sequoia’s Global Equities fund and Tiger Global Management. Rowe Price, Dragoneer Investment Group, and ICONIQ Growth.

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5 Crowdfunding Concerns Worry Professional Investors

Startup Professionals Musings

With the advent and growth of crowdfunding over the past few years, many entrepreneurs have predicted the demise of angel investment groups and venture capital organizations. According to more recent statistics , fewer than a third of all crowdfunding operations end up being successful, and the rest have to return anything they do collect.

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4 Key Components Of Every New Business Financial Plan

Startup Professionals Musings

External investors will demand a financial forecast, but it’s equally valuable to you, even if bootstrapping. Check competitor numbers and industry average statistics to get you in the right range. Calculate investment amounts and timing. Be willing to give up 20 to 33 percent of your equity to support this.

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4 Simple Steps Will Get Startup Financial Projections

Startup Professionals Musings

External investors will demand a financial forecast, but it’s equally valuable to you, even if bootstrapping. Check competitor numbers and industry average statistics to get you in the right range. Calculate investment amounts and timing. Be willing to give up 20 to 33 percent of your equity to support this.

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Professional Investors Qualms About Crowdfunding

Startup Professionals Musings

With the advent and growth of crowdfunding over the past few years, many entrepreneurs have predicted the demise of those demanding angel investment groups and venture capital organizations. At least ten online portals are already gearing up to help regular people buy startup equity, without abiding by accredited investor rules.

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Entrepreneur Business Forecasts Are Not Black Magic

Startup Professionals Musings

External investors will demand a financial forecast, but it’s equally valuable to you, even if bootstrapping. Check competitor numbers and industry average statistics to get you in the right range. Calculate investment amounts and timing. Be willing to give up 20 to 33 percent of your equity to support this.