Crowdfund Accounting Errors

Here are five common issues what I think will cause errors in reporting for crowdfunding companies under Regulation Crowdfunding.

Equity Crowdfunding Accounting

As ageneral enthusiast of business, I can't wait to see equity crowdfunding become reality. I think it's good for business and will be good for the economy. Working with startups, small businesses and SEC reporting companies for over a decade I know the value and excitement of innovation.

Take-Away from 24 Hours Spent with Reg A+ Experts – Part 1

During our visit to FinFair in New York City on July 28 and 29 we were able to speak with many of the early adopters in the Reg A+ industry. The first topic we are covering has to do with what types of business are likely to succeed in Reg A+ offering.

SEC Clarifications for Reg A Filers

Anyone involved in Regulation A, and more specifically Tier II of Regulation A, known as Reg A+ has been asking questions about certain aspects of the regulation, and it’s process that weren’t clearly and explicitly outlined in the final rules. To the SEC’s credit, they have come out very quickly and started answering questions through their Compliance and Disclosure Interpretations (“C&DIs”).

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Using Reg A+ for Marketing

How much does it cost to acquire customers? What if it didn’t cost a dime? What if the customer actually paid you to acquire them?

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Cost of Reg A+

One of the knocks on raising money through Reg A+ is the cost of compliance. However, the cost of Reg A+ is likely to be made out to more than it is. With Reg A + there are costs that are not required by other methods.

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Picking a Credit Card Processor

When you are starting a business, most likely you will need to consider taking credit card payments. While there are a bevy of options at your disposal, some types better than others.

Think an Outsourced Accounting Department is Too Expensive…THINK AGAIN

Growing companies always have big dreams. Part of those dreams is growth, success, and maybe some wealth as well.

Time are changing

If you haven’t noticed, things have changed significantly in the past decade. Cash is on the out, credit cards are on the up; laser printers are costly, pdf’s are efficient, etc. Technology makes our lives better every day, and at the same time, make our lives more complicated.

Three Functions to Outsource as a Startup

Three Functions to Outsource for your Startup: HR, Accounting, Legal

Five Mistakes Startups Make

Following the American Dream and starting your own company can put you on the fast track to success, but it can also lead to the deep end of failure if not done correctly. Here are five accounting mistakes many startups make that hinder their potential.

Five Accounting Resolutions for 2013

Improving your company should be a constant effort. Here are fie resolutions to make for 2013 to improve your company's accounting and business.

Stock Options for Startups

Stock options have made a lot of people rich, and given a lot of people headaches. In the startup community, stock options are necessary to attract talent, provide value, and retain critical human capital. But there are more pitfalls in accounting for options than Minnesota has lakes.

Minimize Business Taxes Before Year End

Minimize Taxes before year endIf you find that your Company has been profitable during the year and it is looking at a hefty tax bill after the year end, there are a few things you can do to minimize your businesses taxes.