SAFE Instruments

A S.A.F.E. is an acronym for “Simple Agreement for Future Equity” and is a financial instrument used to raise startup capital. It was popularized by the startup accelerator

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Startup vs Acquisition – Which is Best?

You may have your heart set on a startup.  Many bright, hard-working people do.  However, while you’re exploring how to go about launching your own startup, you may

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How to Get Money to Start a Business

Sourcing money for your startup often comes from angel investors or friends and family. These investors are early-stage investors who invest in startups often based solely on a

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How to Raise Capital to Start a Business

There are several ways to raise capital for your startup or more mature business — so many, in fact, that the options can seem overwhelming and confusing. This

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Starting a Business Checklist

This post includes our comprehensive starting a business checklist for you to follow as you launch your startup.   Download your Roadmap to Your Startup here. It includes the

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How to Pay Yourself as a Business Owner

In this post, I will be addressing how to pay yourself as a business owner and these related subjects:  Business owner compensation overview Why does Reasonable Compensation of

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DBAs, Trademarks & Other Tools To Help You Protect Your Business

In this post we will be addressing how to protect your business name and whether filing for a DBA, registering a trademark or copyright, creating a URL, filing

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Choose the Best Business Entity for your New Business

A business entity is the separate legal business structure under which a business operates which is distinct from the individual or individuals who own the business. In the

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Business Capital Structure

Business debt and equity are central to the operations of any company. The amount of debt and equity a business carries has a major impact on how the

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Sole Proprietorship vs LLC

Understanding the differences between a sole proprietorship and an LLC (Limited Liability Company) is essential for any business owner – but especially important for a business owner trying

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