Private Equity VS. Venture Capital
For companies looking to raise capital, there are many options on the table. From raising capital from friends and family and crowdfunding to private equity…
Can I Trade Private Shares?
Think of buying a traditional stock, listed on a public exchange like the New York Stock Exchange or NASDAQ. You can buy and sell these…
10 RegA+ Issuers Penalized for SEC Violation: What Can We Learn?
We’ve discussed compliance at length and how it’s essential for building trust within the private capital markets. But what happens when you’re not compliant? The…
What is an Option?
Like warrants, options are a form of security called a derivative. As a derivative’s name suggests, these securities gain their value from an underlying asset….
What is a Burn Rate?
Recently, we received a question from an issuer, asking what a burn rate is. We believe that education is an essential part of the capital…
Veni, Vidi, Verify
More than two millennia ago, Julius Caesar said the famous phrase, “Veni, Vidi, Vici”, triumphant in battle. This translates to, “I came, I saw, I…
What is Phishing?
No one thinks they’ll fall victim to a cybercrime, but in reality, you’ve likely come across a suspicious email that could be trying to steal…
My Company is Based in Canada: Can I Use RegCF to Raise Capital?
Recently, we received a question from an issuer, asking if Canadian companies can use RegCF to raise capital. We believe that education is an essential…
April Investment Crowdfunding Sees Near-Record Levels
The last couple of months have been a turbulent time for the financial sector. In March, we first saw the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank,…
What is an Escrow Provider?
If you’ve bought a home, you’ve likely heard the term escrow. In the homebuying process, escrow can be used to hold a good faith deposit…
Why the Private Capital Markets are Outpacing the Public Markets
The private capital market has seen considerable growth over the past few years due to geopolitical tensions, inflation, and interest rate hikes. These factors are…
What is a Board of Directors?
Recently, we received a question from an issuer, asking to explain what a board of directors is. We believe that education is an essential part…
What You Should Know About Investing in Private Capital Markets
Investing in the private market can be a great way to gain returns unavailable elsewhere. With the right research, investments in private companies can yield…
How Do I Build a Community for My Company?
What is a community? The word can be defined as “a body of persons of common and especially professional interests scattered through a larger society”…
Small Businesses and Their Economic Success
Small businesses have always been an integral part of the economy, contributing to job creation and economic growth. Over the last decade, small businesses have…
7 Golden Rules for the Secondary Market
Secondary markets provide investors a way to trade securities they have previously purchased or buy new ones offered by other investors. This blog will look…
5 Things You Need to Know About Transfer Agents
When a company issues securities, it is vital to keep the official record of ownership and distribution accurate and up-to-date at all times. This process…
KorePartner Spotlight: Richard Johnson, CEO of Texture Capital
At Texture Capital, the mission is to revolutionize the two trillion-dollar market for private securities by leveraging blockchain technology and smart contracts. The company has…
Approaching the 11th Anniversary of the JOBS Act
Eleven years ago, the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act was signed into law in a White House Rose Garden ceremony. Looking back on this…
Reforms to RegD
With Regulation D (RegD) offerings, companies are exempt from registering securities with the SEC. Under RegD, companies can raise capital from accredited investors (and a…
7 Things You Need to Raise Capital Online in 2023
. ising capital online can be a great way to a vast pool of potential investors. With the JOBS Act exemptions and many online funding…
5 Tips for Frictionless Capital Raising
Raising capital can be a tricky process. Fortunately, with the JOBS Act and its exemptions from SEC registration under RegA+, RegCF, or RegD, entrepreneurs can…
Seeking Opportunities in Times of Crisis
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has sent shockwaves through the financial sector, sending bank stocks plummeting, heightening stresses, and leaving many people with feelings…
What is TradeCheck?
Through RegA+, RegCF, and RegD, hundreds of companies across the country have been able to raise capital from both retail and accredited investors. The shares…
What is Affinity Marketing?
Affinity marketing is an effective way to increase brand recognition and reach a larger target audience, especially when it comes to raising capital. By leveraging…
LSI Starts Next Week!
In 2022, KoreConX partnered with Life Science Intelligence (LSI) to host the Emerging Medtech Summit, an event for investors and strategic partners within the life…
Addressing the Decrease in VC Funding to Women-Led Startups
In recent years, the number of female entrepreneurs has grown exponentially. Many women have decided to turn their business ideas into reality. Others have leveraged…
How Do I Know if My Cap Table is Ready?
A cap table (short for capitalization table) is essential for any company looking to raise capital. It provides a detailed breakdown of the equity owned…
Who Does Due Diligence on Companies Using RegCF?
When it comes to raising capital using Regulation Crowdfunding (RegCF), due diligence is an essential part of the process. Due diligence helps ensure that the…
Who Does Due Diligence on Companies using RegA+?
Due diligence is an essential part of the investment process. Especially following the passage of the JOBS Act in 2012, which expanded Regulation A+ (RegA+),…
Online Capital Formation is Always Available, Even When VC Funding Is Not
The venture capital (VC) industry has been struggling since 2022. Venture funding has dropped by more than 50% since 2022 and late-stage investments have plummeted…
Why Use RegCF for Real Estate?
Companies in the real estate industry have a variety of financing options available for their projects, but one that is often overlooked is the use…
What is Tokenization in Real Estate?
Real estate tokenization is a new way of dividing property ownership rights using blockchain technology and digital tokens. Tokenization enables fractional real estate ownership, owning…
The Need for Compliant and Safe Online Capital Formation
In the State of the Union address given by President Joe Biden on February 7th, 2023, he remarked: “Every time somebody starts a small business,…
What Are the Costs for a RegCF Issuance?
Raising capital is necessary for many companies, but it comes with a price tag. This is why we often receive questions from companies seeking to…
Looking Ahead at the Growth of Private Equity
As a market now worth millions of dollars on a global scale, the history of private equity dates back to the early 1900s when J.P….
Is Reg D Suitable for My Company?
Regulation D (Reg D) is a set of rules established by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that allows companies to raise capital without…
What You Need to Know About Cap Table Management
More than a simple spreadsheet, a cap table (short for capitalization table) records detailed data regarding the equity owned by shareholders. When it comes to…
What You Need to Know About RegCF
Raising capital is always a challenge, especially in the startup sector, which means that it’s vital to understand all the options available and how they…
Online Capital Formation And Why You Have To Understand It
The JOBS Act reached its tenth anniversary in 2022. We celebrated the date with the launch of our Podcast, KoreTalkX, recently mentioned by Spotify as…
What You Need to Know About RegA+
If you are an entrepreneur looking to raise funds, you may have heard of Regulation A+, often referred to simply as Reg A+. This alternative…
How Does Technology Improve Transparency and Sustainability?
Technology has significantly impacted many different aspects of our lives, and the world of capital raising is no exception. With the help of technology, we…
What is Tokenization in Real Estate?
The real estate market has seen a substantial uptick in value, with more and more people looking to invest in this asset class. However, the…
KoreClient Spotlight: Wealthcasa
For many people, investment properties come with a price tag that is cost-prohibitive to everyday investors. However, as Reg A+ sees wider use in the…
What are the Differences Between Regulations A, CF, D, and S?
When it comes to raising capital, there are various ways you can raise money from investors. And while they all have their own specific compliance…
What eBAY Tells Us About Secondary Markets For Private Companies
This blog was originally written by KorePartner Mark Roderick. You can view the original post here. The securities of private companies are illiquid, meaning…
How Can an Update on RegD Impact Private Markets?
Far larger than the initial public offering (IPO) market, Regulation D is incredibly important within the private capital markets, facilitating over $1 trillion in capital…
How is Equity Crowdfunding Different Than Kickstarter?
Kickstarter and equity crowdfunding are two different ways to raise money for a project or venture. Kickstarter is a platform where people can donate money…
Selling Shareholders for RegA+
For many investors in the private market, one of the risks they face is the lack of a liquid market for selling shares. Through a…
How Much Can I Invest in a Company with RegCF?
As Regulation Crowdfunding offerings continue to grow in popularity, more and more investors are looking to get involved. RegCF gives investors the ability to invest…
Call Centers for RegA+
A call center can be extremely helpful for companies looking to raise capital through a Reg A+ offering. By having a dedicated call center, businesses…
Howey Test: What is it?
The Howey Test is a simple but important test used by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to determine whether an investment contract is…
What is the Role of FINRA?
When it comes to investment, there are a lot of things to think about. You want to make sure that you’re making smart decisions with…
How Does Tech Allow People to Make Smaller Investments?
The world of technology has completely revolutionized the way we view investments–no longer do people need to invest large sums of money to have access…
KoreClient Spotlight: Orion Capital
Orion Capital is a small holding company that specializes in connecting investors with unique investment opportunities. With a focus on the little guy, Orion Capital…
Over the Next Five Years, the Private Capital Market is Expected to Double
Over the past decade, fiscal stimulus and opportunities for liquidity have caused a surge within the private capital markets. Even though this year’s outlook is…
KoreClient Spotlight: Budding Technologies
Budding Technologies, Inc. is looking to change the cannabis industry with innovative technology and the use of blockchain through its product, Budbo. The Budbo…
What You Should Know About 2-Factor Authentication
In today’s world, we are more connected than ever before. We rely on technology to keep us connected with friends and family, to keep us…
Cannabis Consumers’ Home Growth Increases Worldwide
As marijuana becomes increasingly legalized all over the world, an interesting trend is developing–an increase in the home-growing of the plant. This can be seen…
SEC Charges Eight in Scheme to Fraudulently Promote Securities Offerings
On September 30, 2022, the SEC announced charges against 8 CEOs and CFOs for fraudulently promoting Regulation A+ securities offerings. The companies named by the…
Best Practices for Shareholder Management
Shareholder management is a critical part of any company, but it can be especially daunting for those who have recently completed a RegA+ or RegCF…
Global Cannabis Sales are Projected to Skyrocket
Cannabis has been legalized for both medicinal and recreational use in many states, and this is only expected to increase the demand for the product….
KoreClient Spotlight: Stenergy
When Samuel and Leyla Butero decided to start their own business, they knew they had to offer a product that would make a difference in…
The Growth of Online Startup Investments
Investments in online startups have been growing rapidly in recent years, and the trend is expected to continue well into the future, with the number…
KoreClient Spotlight: Brent Fawson, COO of Facible
Working at Facible, Brent Fawson believes that the company is poised to leave a lasting impact on lives around the world by making medical diagnostic…
KoreClient Spotlight: Notarized.com
Notarized.com is a company that provides on-demand traveling notary services nationwide to businesses and individuals, as well as offering remote online notarization services in a…
KoreClient Spotlight: Durable Energy
Durable Energy is on a mission to expand access to renewable energy and electric vehicle (EV) charging across the country. Partnered with dealerships, parts companies,…
Opportunities to Invest in the Private Capital Market
The private equity market is rapidly growing, fueled by expansions to the JOBS Act exemptions in 2021. By 2030, the private capital market is anticipated…
RegA+ Offers Stability for Issuers
When a company decides to go the RegA+ route, they are opting for a more stable and regulated way to raise capital. This is due…
The JOBS Act as the Founding Father Of A New Economy
April 5th, 2012. On this day, Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States, signed the JOBS Act into law. This has touched so many…
The SEC Released its 41st Annual Small Business Forum Report
For 41 years, the Securities and Exchange Commission has hosted its annual Small Business Forum. The event, led by the SEC’s Office of the Advocate…
Why RegA+ Offerings Fail
When it comes to RegA+ offerings, there are several reasons they may fail: a failure to comply with regulatory requirements, a failure to budget for…
KorePartner Spotlight: Richard Heft, President of Ext. Marketing
Richard Heft is the President at Ext. Marketing, a full-service marketing firm that helps companies attract potential investors to apply their marketing strategy and achieve…
Potential and Impact of the Cannabis Sector on Jobs Creation
The cannabis sector is growing fast, and with it, the potential for job creation. A recent study shows that the cannabis industry could create and…
A $30 Trillion Market in 8 Years: Shari Noonan Speaks with Crowdfund Insider
The private securities market is predicted to grow exponentially in the next decade, with a total value of $30 trillion by 2030. Recently, Shari Noonan,…
Oscar Jofre Speaks at Franchising Event in Denver, CO
We are always looking for ways to help our clients and the franchise community grow and succeed. That’s why we’re excited that our CEO, Oscar…
Examining RegCF Trends
The internet has put financial literacy resources at the tip of our fingers and has done the same for investment opportunities. Whether it’s an app…
Private Capital Trends for the Cannabis Industry
As the cannabis industry continues to grow, so does the need for new methods of raising capital. Revenues have doubled over the past three years,…
Is Equity Crowdfunding Immune to Market Volatility?
In a recent TechCrunch article, author Rebecca Szkutak asserts, “With the fundraising climate now showing cloudy skies, equity crowdfunding is getting ready for a field…
What Independence Day means to KoreConX
Independence Day is a really iconic holiday. Parades and fireworks, concerts and cookouts, celebrations of what America is and what it aspires to be, surrounded…
What is KYC?
Each year, an estimated $2 trillion from illicit activities is laundered. This poses a significant challenge to financial institutions, requiring onerous efforts to verify that…
What Kind of Data is Relevant for Private Equity?
The world of private equity is shrouded in a certain amount of mystery. What data do private equity firms use when making their investment decisions?…
Recapping Our All-Star June Podcast Guests
Throughout June, we were happy to host another set of excellent speakers to add to our KoreTalkX series, covering timely topics like digital securities, RegA+…
It is time to meet your MedTech A+ Team
With our KoreSummit on RegA + for Medtech companies quickly approaching, we’d like to introduce the speakers we are thrilled to have for this informative…
There’s a Lot of Private Capital to Go Around
With all the turbulence in the public markets, private markets look even more attractive to investors. The private markets are 4x the size of public…
Private Equity’s Primetime Has Arrived
Private equity’s primetime has arrived! This stems from a number of reasons, including favorable economic conditions for the private capital market. In fact, 42% of…
How Can a Foreign Company use RegA+
For many issuers outside of the United States, the ability to raise capital from a wide pool of investors, including “the crowd” is immensely compelling….
Trends We Believe Will Shape Investment Crowdfunding
In the first half of the year, a great deal has happened in investment crowdfunding. We’ve seen several trends emerge that are worth looking at…
Quarterbacks: Their Role and Why They’re Essential for Your RegA+ Raise
In the world of Reg A+, quarterbacks are essential to a successful offering. They play a critical role in the overall success of an offering,…
It All Started with the JOBS Act
This month, we launched our newest series, KoreTalkX, during which we have hosted exciting, one-on-one conversations with industry experts to expand the knowledge base on…
Security Tokens for RegA+
Although security tokens have been around for a while, they have started to gain popularity because they offer several advantages over traditional investment vehicles. In…
Can Cannabis Companies Use RegCF?
In recent years, public perception of cannabis is gaining positive momentum. As of April 2021, 35 states have made medical marijuana legal, with 18 of…
Credit Cards, Escrow, and Broker-Dealers for RegA+ = $75 Million for Cannabis Companies
“It’s About Time” Up until now, it was a real challenge for Cannabis companies to take advantage of Reg A+ exemptions that allow…
Accredited Vs. Non-Accredited Investors: What’s the difference?
There is a big difference between accredited and non-accredited investors. Understanding the difference is key to knowing which type of investor you are or understanding…
What are the Benefits of Having a Diverse Investment Portfolio?
Building a diverse investment portfolio is one of the smartest things you can do for your financial health. By spreading your money across various asset…
How Does A Convertible Note Work?
This article was originally written by our KorePartners at Raise Green. View the original article here. A Cornerstone of Regulation Crowdfunding Convertible notes are a…
Online is Proving Successful for Minority Founders
Minority-owned startups are proving to be incredibly successful in gaining exposure on online platforms, growing their customer base and raising capital. In 2021, funding from…
How Liquidity Impacts Investing
This article was originally written by our KorePartners at Rialto Markets. To view the original article, please click here. Liquidity is a term used…
KorePartner Spotlight: Curtis Spears, President and CEO of Andes Capital Group
Curtis Spears, President and CEO of Andes Capital Group, has over 25 years of experience in the asset management arena. At Andes Capital Group, he…
Foreign Investors Key Considerations for Your Next Deal
This post was originally written by our KorePartners at Crowdfunding Lawyers. View the original post here. When discussing fundraising for your deals, most of…
Hosting Webinars For Your Equity Crowdfunding Campaign
This article was originally written by our KorePartners at DNA. View the original post here. Why are webinars so important for your equity crowdfunding…
The 4 Things You Can’t Do While Marketing a New Reg CF Fund
This post was originally written by KorePartner Dawson Russell at Capital Raise Agency. View the original article here. Your Reg CF Marketing has qualified,…
Why Are Brand Ambassadors Valuable Investors?
When it comes to raising capital, it’s important to think outside the box. The JOBS Act created a new type of investor a “brand…
10 Years Later: How the JOBS Act Has Revolutionized Capital Raising
It’s been ten years since the JOBS Act was passed, enabling companies to raise capital in ways never before possible. What started in Washington, the…
A Look Back on the Last Year of RegA+
Marking a huge step forward in equity crowdfunding opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors alike, one year ago, the SEC’s game-changing decision went into effect that…
The Importance of Private Capital for Female Founders
It’s no secret that women face unique challenges when starting and running a business, with women-led startups only receiving 2.3% of VC funding in 2020. From…
What are the Benefits of a Cap Table in Capital Raising?
If you’re running a business, then you know that keeping track of your finances is essential. And if you’re looking to raise money from investors,…
Can I Use My IRA for Private Company Investments?
Individual retirement accounts (commonly shortened to IRAs) allow flexibility and diversity when making investments. Whether investing in stocks, bonds, real estate, private companies, or other…
KoreClient Spotlight: Manny Villafaña, CEO and Founder of Medical21
Manny Villafaña has a long track record of innovation in the medtech space, delivering solutions to improve cardiac care and surgical procedures. In his latest…
KoreConX and David Weild IV at LSI Emerging Medtech Summit 22
‘Father of the JOBS Act,’ Mr. Weild will join KoreConX to address a keynote on how Medtech is the new frontier to a successful capital…
What is Regulation S?
It is essential to be familiar with the different regulations that govern how companies can raise capital in today’s business world. One important rule is…
The Recipe for a Successful RegA+ Offering
If your company is looking to raise funding, you’ve probably considered many options for doing so. Since the SEC introduced the outlines for Regulation A+…
How to Read a Startup’s Financial Statements
This article was originally written by our KorePartners at StartEngine. View the original post here. When considering which startups to invest in, there is…
KoreConX Partners With LSI Emerging Medtech Summit 2022
Medtech and Life Sciences main event will be held next March in California. KoreConX is one of the supporting sponsors. NEW YORK, January 26, 2022…
Investing in Startups 101
This article was originally written by our KorePartners at StartEngine. You can view the post here. The high-speed world of startups, and the risks of…
KorePartner Spotlight: Andrew Bull, Founding Partner Bull Blockchain Law
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners contributing to its ecosystem. During the capital raising…
How Does Social Media Impact RegCF Offerings?
Reg CF allows companies to raise up to $5 million through an SEC-registered intermediary. Since increasing this limit from $1.07 million in 2021, private companies…
How Have the JOBS Act Exemptions Impacted Company Founders?
Since the JOBS Act was passed in 2012, it has been easier for company founders to raise money with exemptions like Reg CF and Reg…
Why are Data and Research Key in the Private Capital Markets?
Data and research are essential pieces of the puzzle regarding the private capital markets. Investors can make informed decisions about where to put their money,…
What Franchisees and Franchisors Should Consider when Crowdfunding
With franchisees and franchisors looking to secure capital, a growing trend is using Regulation CF to raise capital from accredited and nonaccredited investors. Since RegCF’s…
Is Email Still King for Reg A, Reg CF, and Reg D Marketing?
This article was originally written by KorePartner Dawson Russell of Capital Raise Agency. View the original post here. Email marketing has been around for…
The Evolution of Reg A+
During the recent Dare to Dream KoreSummit, David Weild IV, the Father of the JOBS Act, spoke about companies going from public to private, access…
Has RegA+ Killed the IPO?
Has RegA+ Killed the IPO? Regulation A+ gives issuers the ability to raise $75 million in crowdfunding while remaining private. With RegA+ benefiting both…
KorePartner Spotlight: Jonathan Stidd, Co-Founder and CEO of Ridge Growth Agency
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners contributing to its ecosystem. During the capital raising journey,…
End to End for RegCF
When the JOBS Act was signed into law in 2012, it brought about many changes in the private capital markets, namely, the dramatic increase in…
What is Impact Investing?
Impact investing is the allocation of investments in companies, organizations, and funds to generate social and environmental impact alongside financial returns. Impact investments can be…
Crowdfunding SAFE vs. Traditional SAFE – Key Differences
This blog was originally written for our KorePartner Bian Belley at Crowdwise. View the original article here. Since its creation in 2013, the use…
Why Digital Marketing is The Key to “Always Raising” Capital
In a recent webinar with StartEngine, Kevin O’Leary succinctly said, “great companies that are growing need money, and they should get it.” With today’s…
How Does a Transfer Agent Protect Issuers and Investors?
A transfer agent is responsible for the custody of securities and preserves books and records. They also keep up with who owns what investment, which…
Crowdfunding with IRAs
This blog is was written by our KorePartners at New Direction Trust Co. View the original article here. It would be an understatement to…
An Overview of Digital Securities for the Private Capital Market
Understanding digital securities begin with blockchain, distributed ledger technology that has revolutionized the way records and information are stored. Rather than data being stored in…
KorePartner Spotlight: Paul Karrlsson-Willis, CEO of JUSTLY
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners contributing to its ecosystem. Paul Karrlsson-Willis is the…
What are the Benefits of Digital Securities for Issuers and Investors?
With the emergence and development of blockchain technology, digital securities have seen wider adoption by investors and investment firms. Arising from the need for protection…
What is the Difference Between the Public and Private Capital Markets?
The public and private capital markets work differently, but both sectors play essential roles in supporting economic growth. Companies raise funds for long-term growth…
How KoreChain Helps Companies Raise Capital Compliantly
Recently, KoreConX’s CEO Oscar Jofre was a guest on Fintech.TV’s Digital Asset Report to discuss the KoreChain Infrastructure. Watch the full video on YouTube. …
What is an NFT?
A non-fungible token, more commonly known as NFTs, is a unique cryptographic asset that cannot be replicated and stored on a blockchain. By definition, fungibility is when…
Things to Consider When Choosing Your Equity Crowdfunding Portal
Written by KorePartner Jason Fishman at DNA. See the original post here. Before the new SEC regulations, about 20% of Reg CF campaigns hit…
Cannabis: An Emerging Market for RegA+
Despite remaining illegal at the federal level, the idea of legalizing cannabis is continuing to gain public acceptance, especially in recent years. As of April…
$1 Billion Raised Through RegCF
It seems 2021 is the year where we continue to break new ground for the JOBS Act, and today marks a momentous milestone in its…
Reflecting on Canadian Small Business Week
As Small Business Week comes to a close in Canada, KoreConX reflects on the role small businesses play in the economy. Our mission has long…
Tokenization in RegA+
As the private capital market continues to undergo a digital transformation, ideas like blockchain, digital securities, and tokenization continue to be discussed by regulators, issuers,…
Meet the KorePartners: Adrian Alvarez, CEO and Co-Founder of InvestReady
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one RegA+ platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners that contribute to its ecosystem. For the last…
RegA+ for Real Estate
Since the JOBS Act was first passed in 2012, it has vastly changed the way private companies can raise money. One particular industry making use…
Meet the KorePartners: Eric Fischgrund of FischTank PR
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one RegA+ platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners that contribute to its ecosystem. For nearly…
The 1% Broker-dealer & What you need to ask!
When working with FINRA Broker-dealer, it’s not enough that they simply have the required licenses that are necessary, so make sure to ask some questions:…
What is a Securities Manual?
For companies to raise capital under the exemptions allowed by the JOBS Act, there are different requirements to maintain compliance with state and federal securities…
KorePartner Spotlight: Bill Humphrey, CEO and Co-Founder of New Direction Trust Company
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners contributing to its ecosystem. Bill Humphrey has over…
Join the new American Revolution – financial markets equality for all
This post originally appeared on the Rialto Markets blog and was written by Lee E. Saba, Head of Market Structure at Rialto Markets. Very…
What is a Company’s Duty to its Shareholders?
For many companies, raising capital often marks a major milestone. With increased sources of capital, the company can grow, hire new employees, and develop new…
As a Canadian Company, can Canadians Invest in Your RegA+?
We have extensively discussed how Americans can invest in securities offered under Regulation A+. However, Canadian companies can also use the exemption to raise capital…
Why do I need Blue Sky registration for Secondary Trading?
Through the Regulation A+ exemption, securities issuers can raise up to $75 million as of March 2021. This creates a significant opportunity for the everyday…
How often do I need to hold an AGM?
Every year, Warren Buffet hosts the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting. This meeting is an Annual General Meeting (AGM), widely viewed with many people in…
Why do I need a FINRA Broker-Dealer?
Broker-dealers are an essential part of the fundraising process. These entities can be small, independent firms or part of a large investment bank. However, regardless…
How Does RegA+ Impact the Life Sciences Industry?
Since dramatic improvements to Regulation A that went into effect in 2015, the exemption has become a tremendous tool allowing private companies to raise significant…
How the Unaccredited Investor Benefits from RegA+
The passage of the JOBS Act in 2012 set in motion a significant change for the private capital markets. For so long, investments in private…
The Role of Investor Acquisition in Capital Raising Activities
The goal of any capital raising activity is to secure capital for the growth and development of the business. Without needed capital, it can often…
KorePartner Spotlight: Jake Gallagher, Director of Business Development at North Capital
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners contributing to its ecosystem. Jake Gallagher has always…
Stock Options for Employees
Stock exchanges have a long history within America. The first was the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, originally the Board of Brokers of Philadelphia, founded in 1790…
How to Select a Crowdfunding Platform for Your Capital Raise
One of the significant advancements brought to the financial sector in recent years was the enaction of the JOBS Act signed into law by President…
KorePartner Spotlight: Dean DeLisle, Founder and CEO of Forward Progress
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners contributing to its ecosystem. Dean DeLisle has been raising…
Nominee vs. Direct: How does this affect investors?
Today, there are many ways to buy and sell securities. For publicly traded companies, 75% of Americans are familiar with investing apps or online accounts. For private…
Using RegCF to Raise Money for a Non-US Business
To use Reg CF (aka Title III Crowdfunding), an issuer must be “organized under, and subject to, the laws of a State or territory of…
What is KYP?
Previously, we have talked about KYC or Know Your Client. KYC is a rule from the non-profit Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), created in the…
What is the Difference Between Fiduciary Responsibility and Regulatory Requirement?
By definition, a fiduciary is a person or an organization who holds a legal or ethical relationship of trust with another person or organization. Typically,…
What are Options?
Like warrants, options are a form of security called a derivative. As a derivative’s name suggests, these securities gain their value from an underlying asset….
What is a Virtual Data Room?
Every way that we do business is changing on what seems a daily basis. In just the last year, we have seen a public health…
What is KYC?
In 2007, the SEC approved the founding of the non-profit Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). FINRA was created in the wake of a failing economy…
What Forms of Alternative Finance are Available?
Starting a business can be difficult. Most young companies enter the scene with little capital to help them grow. Taking a loan out from the…
Warrants for RegA+
For private companies looking to raise capital through exemptions such as Regulation A+, Regulation CF, or Regulation D, there are many forms of securities that…
KorePartner Spotlight: Douglas Ruark, Founder and President of Regulation D Resources
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one RegA+ platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners that contribute to its ecosystem. Douglas Ruark,…
What is RegTech?
In the wake of the 2008 economic crisis and the subsequent recession that followed, there was a push to create new regulations to govern financial…
What is Regulated Crowdfunding
On April 5th of 2012, President Obama signed into law legislation called the JOBS Act. Four years after that act was signed, Title III of…
What is the role of a board director?
When thinking about corporate governance, the first roles that often come to mind are the executive officers like the CEO or CCO. These roles are…
Reg A and Reg CF Issuers: Time to Count Your Shareholders!
Reg A and Reg CF have been around for a few years now and we are finding that some of our clients, especially those that…
What Impact Will Blockchain Have on Private Markets?
Blockchain has become a familiar buzzword, especially as things such as cryptocurrency grow in popularity. Currently, 46 million Americans now own Bitcoin. However, blockchain has many…
KorePartner Spotlight: Brian Belley, Founder and CEO of Crowdwise
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one RegA+ platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners that contribute to its ecosystem. Brian Belley,…
What is Portfolio Management?
Portfolio management, at its most basic level, is the way that an investment portfolio is designed to align with the wants and needs of the…
What is a Minute Book and Why is it Important?
Unlike the name suggests, a minute book is by no means minute. As a business grows, a well-kept minute book becomes an essential record of…
What is 409(a) and Why Does My Company Need it?
Whether your company is a new startup or an established private company, understanding and proper use of a 409(a) is essential to your company’s success….
What is Alternative Finance?
By definition, alternative finance includes any financing source outside of the traditional realm of the traditional finance systems like regulated banks and stock markets. Such…
What is Due Diligence?
When it comes to investments of any kind, due diligence is essential for both issuers and investors alike. Do so what exactly is due diligence?…
What is Investor Acquisition?
If you’re a company that is in the process of raising funds for your business, you’re likely looking to do so with the help of…
Are You Ready to Raise Capital?
Whether you’ve raised capital in the past or are preparing for your first round, being properly prepared will help your company secure the funding it…
How a Member of the Crowd Made Crowdfunding Easier
A while back, one of our favorite start-up clients called me and asked me to speak to a potential investor. Paul Efron, a resident of…
Managing Your Investments in Private Companies
For investors, investing in private companies can be a beneficial way to diversify their investment portfolios. Whether the investment was made through private equity or…
KoreConX CEO Oscar Jofre was Recently Interviewed on DNA Podcast
Recently, KoreConX President and CEO Oscar Jofre had the pleasure of joining Jason Fishman on the Digital Niche Agency podcast. Jason and DNA are valued…
KorePartner Spotlight: Jonny Price, Vice President of Fundraising at Wefunder
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners that contribute to its ecosystem. Jonny Price has…
The State of the Jobs Act 2021 KoreSummit Webinar
The JOBS Act was signed into law just nine years ago, in April of 2012. Since then, thousands of companies have taken advantage of the…
Regulation A+ Is Even Better After Passage Of The Economic Growth Act
On May 24, 2018, President Trump signed the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act (the Act) into law. The Act was introduced by…
Why Does My Company Need a 409(a)?
Whether your company is a new startup or an established private company, understanding and proper use of a 409(a) is essential to your company’s success….
KorePartner Spotlight: Sara Hanks, CEO of CrowdCheck
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one RegA+ platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners that contribute to its ecosystem. With over…
What is Cap Table Management?
More than a simple spreadsheet, a cap table (short for capitalization table) records detailed data regarding the equity owned by shareholders. For companies at any…
KorePartners Spotlight: Rod Turner, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Manhattan Street Capital
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one RegA+ platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners that contribute to its ecosystem. Rod Turner is…
Bringing Private Placements into the Digital Age
How blockchain-based technology will transform private markets Remember the first time you drove a car with a rear-facing camera? The first time you streamed…
How Can a Company Raise Capital?
For companies looking to raise capital, there are many different options. While not every option may be best suited for every company, understanding each will…
What is Regulation A+?
Regulation A+ (RegA+) was passed into law by the SEC in the JOBS Act, making it possible for companies to raise funding from the general…
KoreConX CEO Oscar Jofre’s Interview on Recent EINBLICK Podcast
Recently, KoreConX President, CEO, and Co-Founder Oscar Jofre had the pleasure of joining Christian Klepp, Co-Founder of EINBLICK Consulting, on their podcast B2B Marketers on…
Effective Date of the Amendments to Reg CF and Reg A
The amendments to Reg CF, Reg A, and other rules relating to capital formation utilizing exempt offerings have finally been published in the Federal Register,…
Meet the KorePartners: Andrew Corn, CEO of E5A Integrated Marketing
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one RegA+ platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the partners that contribute to its ecosystem. From the…
Warrant Issuers, Keep Your Offering Statement Evergreen
An increasing number of issuers have been using Regulation A to make continuous offerings of units, consisting of a combination of equity, often common stock,…
What is Secondary Market Trading?
Even if you’re unfamiliar with the term secondary market, you’re likely familiar with the concept. Companies sell securities to investors, who in exchange own a…
KorePartner Spotlight: Etan Butler, Chair of Dalmore Group
With the recent launch of the KoreConX all-in-one RegA+ platform, KoreConX is happy to feature the KorePartners that contribute to its ecosystem. Etan Butler…
Foreign Issuers Using Regulation A and Regulation CF
For some reason, this issue has been coming up a lot lately. Our usual response to the question “Can non-US issuers make a Regulation A…
What is the Role of a Transfer Agent for a Private Company?
For companies issuing securities to investors, a transfer agent plays an important role in the process. If your company has yet to issue securities but…
Click “RESET”
In the future, 5 or 10 years from now, we will see an evolution in business and a paradigm shift occurring all due to the…
How to be Ready for Raising Capital
Whether you’ve raised capital in the past or are preparing for your first round, being properly prepared will help your company secure the funding it…
What are Blue Sky Laws and Why are They Important?
Originating in the aftermath of the Great Depression, “blue sky laws” were made possible by the Uniform Securities Act of 1956. Leading up to the…
Can I Use My IRA for Private Company Investments?
Individual retirement accounts (commonly shortened to IRAs) allow flexibility and diversity when making investments. Whether investing in stocks, bonds, real estate, private companies, or other…
Wait a Minute, What is a Minute Book?
Unlike the name suggests, a minute book is by no means minute. As a business grows, a well-kept minute book becomes an essential record of…
Reg CF Investment Vehicles: What Are They Good For?
In its recent rulemaking, the SEC added new Rule 3a-9 under the Investment Company Act to allow for the use of “crowdfunding vehicles” for Reg…
Why is a Broker-Dealer Important for Private Company Offerings?
If you’re looking to raise money for your private company, chances are that you’ve at least heard the term “broker-dealer.” However, if you’re new to…
SEC Proposes Relief for “Finders”
I have long (oh so long) been one of those urging the SEC to give some clarity with respect to the status of “finders.” See here for…
How to Manage Investments in Private Companies
For investors, investing in private companies can be a beneficial way to diversify their investment portfolios. Whether the investment was made through private equity or…
What is Investor Relations?
No matter the size of the company, investor relations (IR) should be a key component of conducting business. It’s never too early to implement a…
What is Needed for a Successful RegA+ Offering
If your company is looking to raise funding, you’ve probably considered many options for doing so. Since the SEC introduced the outlines for Regulation A+…
Regulation A Offering Limits Increased to $75 Million
On Monday, November 2, exciting news was announced by the SEC regarding Regulation A offerings. The Securities and Exchange Commission approved long-awaited amendments to offering…
The SEC proposes expanding the “accredited investor” definition
The SEC has proposed amending the definition of “accredited investors.” Accredited investors are currently defined as (huge generalization here) people who have net worth of $1 million…
Equity Crowdfunding Platforms (RegCF)
As of 02 JUNE 2020, there are 51 active RegCF Equity Crowdfunding Platforms helping companies raise up to $1.0M USD. We are all anticipating that RegCF…
FINRA BD Requirements for RegA+ & Digital Securities
FINRA BD Requirements for RegA+ & Digital Securities The private markets are receiving a much updated revamp by the SEC which is having a major…
What is Reg A plus versus Reg A?
The simple answer is that today, Regulation A (Reg A) and Regulation A+ (Reg A+) are the exact same law. There is no difference, and…
Why is my cap table so important for my company?
It’s never too early in the process of building a company to start managing your capitalization table (otherwise known as a cap table). As a…
SEC changes to RegA+ and RegCF
On 04 March 2020, the US Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) has laid out the proposed changes that are going to have a major impact on…
