Communications and publicity by issuers prior to and during a Regulation CF (RegCF) Offering
The idea behind crowdfunding is that the crowd — family, friends, and fans of a small or startup company, even if they are not rich…
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…
Small Businesses Need Capital
Small businesses are essential to the economic well-being of a country, but unfortunately, many find it challenging to obtain the capital they need. It is…
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…
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 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…
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…
KoreClient Spotlight: Steve Beaman, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Elevare Technologies
Elevare Technologies is a technology company aiming to lead the digital economy revolution through Virtualization as a Service (VaaS). They promote and accelerate virtual adoption…
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…
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…
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…
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…
KoreClient Spotlight: Live Retail
There are about 5.5 million businesses that operate in the U.S. under the license of a brand, typically franchises like McDonald’s or 7-11 and even…
KoreClient Spotlight: Tech Chain Software
The trucking industry in the United States is a vital part of the economy, responsible for transporting trillions of dollars worth of goods each year….
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…
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…
KoreClient Spotlight: Fist Assist
Fist Assist Devices, LLC, a medical device company from Las Vegas, NV, is on a mission to increase and improve arm circulation around the world….
KoreClient Spotlight: FirstString
As father and son, Barry and Tyler Jones share a common goal of revolutionizing the job-seeking and hiring process. Together they founded FirstString, a career…
Labor Day: Democratization and Opportunities to Create Jobs
The growth in Regulation A+ and Regulation CF offerings fuels entrepreneurship and job growth in the United States. Since 2016, there have been over 4,600…
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…
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…
Jumpstart Our Business Startups: Democratizing Access To Capital
The JOBS Act (Jumpstart Our Business Startups) reached its 10th anniversary in 2022 and we keep working on education to empower people through private capital…
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…
What Does ATS Mean in Trading
Many investors are turning to the private capital market to make long-term investments in light of the current market conditions. This has increased alternate trading…
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…
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,…
What is the Opportunity in RegCF for Franchisees and Franchisors?
Raising capital is a critical part of any business, and it can be especially challenging for franchisees and franchisors. Fortunately, there are several options available,…
Secondary Market Trading for RegA+, RegCF, and RegD
As more and more companies look to raise capital in the private capital market, it’s essential to understand the different exemptions available for this purpose….
How to Ensure Your Marketing is Compliant During an Equity Crowdfunding Raise
You may be wondering, “Why is a marketing agency talking about compliance?”. We’re obviously not lawyers, but it is pivotal that compliance is offered at…
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…
How Regulation Crowdfunding Will Reach $5 Billion
“We are adopting amendments to facilitate capital formation and increase opportunities for investors by expanding access to capital for small and medium-sized businesses and entrepreneurs…
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…
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…
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 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…
$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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
Shareholder Rights and Why They’re Important to Know
The first thought that comes to mind when someone says “shareholder,” is Wall Street, understandably, as Wall Street is home to the New York Stock…
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 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…
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…
Can IRAs Be Used for Private Companies 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…
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…
Announcing the 2021 JOBS Act Program RegCF
KoreConX has long been dedicated to helping companies meet all regulatory compliance requirements in the most cost-effective way. This commitment continues with our complimentary 2021…
Using a Transfer Agent Doesn’t Mean You Have a Single Entry on Your Cap Table
Many issuers are concerned that “Crowdfunding will screw up my cap table.” In response, several Title III funding portals offer a mechanism they promise will…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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 Approves Increases to RegCF Maximum Offering and Investor Limits
On Monday, November 2, 2020 the SEC approved updates to Regulation Crowdfunding significantly increasing the limits of offering under this regulation. These changes will go…
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…
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…
Webinar sheds light on Digital Securities Terrain
The regulator’s message is clear: there’s no room for tampering with the regulation when it comes to capital raising, and many companies that invested time…
