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Recent Financing a Small Business Articles

Cautious Venture Capitalists Delay IPOs

By Daniel Del'Re |  Oct 4, 2005

Observers say venture-backed companies put off IPOs to delay reckoning with investor demands.  Read more

Startup Valuations Reach Four-Year Peak

By Daniel Del'Re |  Sep 15, 2005

VentureOne said private companies are fetching higher prices when they are bought or go public.  Read more

Taking Money Off the Table

By Tom Roberts |  Sep 1, 2005

A founder's guide to liquidity options.  Read more

Taking Money Off the Table

By Tom Roberts |  Sep 1, 2005

A founder's guide to liquidity options.  Read more

Tax Breaks For Angels

By Christina Galoozis |  Sep 1, 2005

To foster technology transfer, states reward early-stage investors.  Read more

Venture Funds Grow in Second Quarter

By Daniel Del'Re |  Aug 23, 2005

Capital sources plowed 160% more into firms, but distribution seen concentrated among top VCs.  Read more

Just a Little Bit Public

By Jennifer Gill |  Aug 1, 2005

As the stock market sputters, private placements are on the rise.  Read more

VC Fundraising Grows in the Second Quarter

By Max Chafkin |  Jul 20, 2005

The climate for businesses seeking venture capital may be improving, especially for smaller firms and start-ups.  Read more

Agenda 07/05

By Stephanie Clifford |  Jul 1, 2005

This year, a major Sarbanes-Oxley reminder may promise more fireworks than the Fourth fo July. That's just one of the key dates, tips, and suggestions we off...  Read more

Mr. Cashman, You're On

By Jim Melloan |  Jul 1, 2005

Chris Cashman is looking for $500,000. He has 45 minutes to convince the skeptics at Robin Hood Ventures that he's a good investment.  Read more

Angels In America

By Jim Melloan |  Jul 1, 2005

A select sampling of angel investment sources.  Read more

Cities Hope for More Industry Collaboration

By Matthew Phan |  Jun 21, 2005

Greater government-business communication pledged at two-day forum.  Read more

Cities Hope for More Industry Collaboration

By Matthew Phan |  Jun 21, 2005

Greater government-business communication pledged at two-day forum.  Read more

Profiles of Angel Investors and Groups

By Jim Melloan |  Jun 15, 2005

As a complement to Inc. magazine's July 2005 feature "Angels With Angles,"* Inc.com shares sixteen more profiles of angel investors, groups and firms,...  Read more

9 Tips for Winning Over Angels

By Stacy Zhao |  Jun 15, 2005

It's never easy to woo an investor. But our tips will help you when you begin to approach angels.  Read more

Angel Investor Directory

Jun 13, 2005

Need help getting started in your search for angel funding? Here's a directory of angel investor networks in the United States, broken down by geographical a...  Read more

Angel Investors Overvalue Start-ups, Say Venture Capitalists

By Matthew Phan |  Jun 7, 2005

A new survey outlines how angel investors and venture capitalists perceive one another.  Read more

Angel Investors Overvalue Start-ups, Say Venture Capitalists

By Matthew Phan |  Jun 7, 2005

A new survey outlines how angel investors and venture capitalists perceive one another.  Read more

Obesity Whets VC Appetites

By Michelle Leder |  Jun 1, 2005

VCs back businesses with a little junk in the trunk.  Read more

When It's Time to Consider Private Equity

By Joe Trustey |  May 27, 2005

If you are like many business owners and management teams, you may reach a crossroads where taking on private equity capital makes sense.  Read more

National Venture Capital Association Chooses New Chairman

By Kasey Wehrum |  May 5, 2005

The NVCA unanimously selects Joe Aragona of Texas-based Austin Ventures as its next chairman.  Read more

Venture Capital Remains Scarce for Start-ups

By Max Chafkin |  May 5, 2005

Experts disagree on whether start-ups will fare better in the future.  Read more

Come to Daddy

By Michelle Leder |  May 1, 2005

Some of the world's biggest companies are putting their venture capital hats back on and looking for new start-ups to fund.  Read more

Private Placements Growing in Popularity

By Allen P. Roberts Jr. |  Apr 20, 2005

Companies, especially smaller ones, are looking away from venture capital toward private placements.  Read more

The China Hedge

By James J. Cramer |  Apr 1, 2005

It seems simple: If you fear that Chinese competition will hurt your business, why not invest in Chinese companies?  Read more

Angel Funding Grew in 2004

By Priya Ganapati |  Mar 29, 2005

Funding in start-ups was up 20% compared to 2003.  Read more

The Secret World of Finders

By Wendy Fried |  Mar 1, 2005

Unlicensed dealmakers are suddenly, uncomfortably, in the spotlight.  Read more

Fast-Growth Firms Sidestep Bank Loans

By Stephanie Clifford |  Feb 9, 2005

Companies are raising revenue forecasts and looking to non-traditional capital sources to help finance their growth.  Read more

Venture Capitalists' Coffers Grew in '04

By Darren Dahl |  Feb 3, 2005

Increases expected throughout 2005, as well.  Read more

Honorable Mention: Frank Altman

By Jess McCuan |  Jan 1, 2005

Thousands of small businesses in impoverished communities now have a shot at funding, thanks to him.  Read more

Earning Your Wings

By Darren Dahl |  Jan 1, 2005

Angel investors are getting tougher. To land seed money, you should, too.  Read more

Five Trends That Will Define 2005

By Amy Gunderson |  Dec 1, 2004

What's in store for entrepreneurs in the new year? Five pressing trends.  Read more

Main Street VCs

By Michelle Leder |  Dec 1, 2004

A new breed of venture capital, coming soon to a town near you.  Read more

Cranking Up the Earnings

By Bobbie Gossage |  Oct 1, 2004

Forget revenue growth. For VCs these days, it's the EBITDA, stupid .  Read more

How To Talk to an Investment Bank

By Darren Dahl |  Oct 1, 2004

Here's how to approach an investment bank that protects your interests.  Read more