Crowdfunding News

One of the fastest growing ways to get funding for business ventures is through crowdfunding; originally known as microfinancing, crowdfunding allows individual investors to view a business plan or idea (usually online) and donate in small increments. Some crowdfunding sites already exist, such as KickStarter, but these sites typically do not allow the investor a divided or share in the company in return for their investment, instead offering a special “gift” or favor. This format may be good for some companies (such as if you sell a material good), but not feasible for others. SEC rules on how businesses get funding from individuals may make it easier to crowdfund in the future, but it is difficult to tell as of now. Read more at Crowdfunding News