One of Steve Martin’s best jokes on Saturday Night Live went something like this: “How can you be a millionaire and never pay taxes? First, get a million dollars…” Every small business owner sets out hoping to make good money, but it doesn’t always go that way—especially in the beginning. So the question becomes: How […]
As I’m writing this, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is preparing to hand down final regulations allowing startup companies to use “crowdfunding” techniques to raise capital, for the first time in US history. For those who aren’t familiar with the concept, “crowdfunding” means soliciting money from people who are part of your social […]
Show me the money! Many small business startups struggle to find the cash they need to start their small business venture. If you’re searching for start-up capital, pay attention. The National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE) and the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council) have partnered with Fundable — a crowdfunding platform — to […]