Congratulations on finding a space for your new business! Whether you are opening your doors for the first time or expanding to a ten-thousand-foot manufacturing hub, you need to understand your obligations to your landlord. Can you exit your lease if you cannot make your payments? ...
Investing in privately-held companies can be both an exciting opportunity, but also an intimidating proposition. Prior to opening your checkbook, it's important to ask the right questions and do appropriate research in order to vet companies properly. In order to find a potential investment that's...
If you're a small business looking to expand, investors willing to contribute capital may seem like a godsend. However, before taking on any investments, it's important to do your research on who may be investing in your business. Gaining access to capital is never a...
The Illinois Intrastate Crowdfunding Bill went into effect in September 2015, but investors still are not paying attention. This is mostly because not many people know what intrastate crowdfunding means or what it does. Here are a few pointers regarding this investment legislation that could...
When negotiating a business deal with an international client, it is important to remember not only that you are working with people from a different country, but also a different culture. Cultural differences include how people act, think, dress, etc. What might be considered acceptable...
Whether you are just starting to invest or have been for years, mistakes will be made — unfortunately, more than once. However, making mistakes is all part of the learning process. Here are a few common investment mishaps and how you can best avoid them: Being...
Do not put your business ideas on hold simply because you feel you do not have enough capital. If people are willing to purchase your goods or services, then it is worth it to work your way through the challenging early stages of building a...