What is Rule 145?
The Securities Act, passed in 1933, was created to protect investors following the stock market crash in 1929. It offers protection by ensuring more transparency…
RegA and RegCF issuers: time to count your shareholders!
RegA and RegCF have been around for a few years now and we are finding that some of our clients, especially those that have made…
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…
4 Ways to Build Better Shareholder Relationships
As a business owner, you know that communication is key to success. But when it comes to shareholders, shareholder communications can sometimes take a backseat….
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…
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…
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…
What is a RegA+ Annual Shareholder Meeting?
With Regulation A+ allowing companies to raise up to $75M USD, the regulation enables many great investors to support an issuer’s journey. From the everyday…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
Wefunder Interviews Oscar Jofre co-founder KoreConX
WeFunder the #1 Equity Crowdfunding platform in the USA interviews Oscar Jofre co-founder of KoreConX. (1) What is a Transfer Agent? This a great question. As…
Top Questions a Securities Lawyer will Ask an STO Issuer (in USA or Canada)
Security Token Offering is a serious business. The days of the ICO are over. These are clear messages not only from the SEC and other…
Life of a Company
I know, the title is odd. But the goal is to show how a company is formed and what is required for it to be…
What is Portfolio Management?
Anyone that invests in more than one company or investment asset has a portfolio of investments to manage. With global markets opening up and alternative…
Shareholders = Customers = Ambassadors
Each interview I’ve had in the past two weeks has asked a question about how some companies or outsiders believe that having a large pool…
How should I manage my shareholders?
Just raised money via crowdfunding? Have you raised money traditionally several times and have lots of shareholders to manage? So, what is the best way…
