Author: Teresa Wilson

Need For Venture Capital Stable in Questionable Economy
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Need For Venture Capital Stable in Questionable Economy

- by Teresa Wilson

The declining economic trend continues. An old axiom in business says that the best time to start a business is during an economic crisis, but all indications show a similar downward trend in available venture capital.

It seems that most venture capital groups sit with cash, overcoming the uncertainties that dominate the economy. Not because the money isn’t there; the group just doesn’t want to take the risk now. Why is that?

The aim of most new companies is to make it an IPO or be acquired by another company. The failure rate in starting a business is very worrying. With rising fuel costs an increase in the costs of all other things, including capital equipment, labor and supplies, as well as construction and real estate. Companies that will not invest in their own businesses will most likely not acquire other companies. With the high costs associated with starting a …

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Green Business Equals Danger For Greenhorn Investors
Personal Finance

Green Business Equals Danger For Greenhorn Investors

- by Teresa Wilson

I am not suggesting for a moment that all Green businesses are bad investments, but I am suggesting that whenever a bubble appears or to there is much enthusiasm for an idea, that a number of the businesses ideas sold to unquestioning investors will turn out to serve the middle men far more than the money men.

As the investors, the business angels, we need to be on our guard.

There appear to be two dangers with the current alternative or green energy fad.

The first is the classic investment risk taught by Benjamin Graham and discussed in his book The Intelligent Investor. Graham, the mentor of Warren Buffett, took apart the reasons for investing in the 1950s boom industry – the airlines.

His analysis has been proven to be right as Buffett now claims that in 50 years, airline investors taken as a whole still have not had a …

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Business Plans for Angel Investors
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Business Plans for Angel Investors

- by Teresa Wilson

Angel investors, venture capital firms, and private firms all going to see a well written business plan as it relates to your intended startup operation. A year-to-year budget is necessary when you’re seeking any type of financing especially if you are working with an angel investor. Commonly, you may need a private placement memorandum in addition to your business plan. You will be required to have a subscription agreement that allows these individuals to place money with your business. Your CPA can assist you with calculating the anticipated ROI for your business.

There are many drawbacks to working with a venture capital firm or angel investor for funding purposes. Regular payments to an investment can be a yes or no factor as to whether or not you receive the funding that you need for your business. As such, and within your business plan, you may want to discuss royalty based …

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Alternatives and Tips On Working Capital Finance By Banks
Finance

Alternatives and Tips On Working Capital Finance By Banks

- by Teresa Wilson

Canadian business owners and financial managers seeking finance by banks or other sources are generally experiencing growth in sales and profits. That’s the good news, which is of course offset by the fact that this type of success requires additional working capital.

Liquidity has become the name of the game and ‘ cash is king’ even today never seems like a worn clich. A recent study by the Conference Board of Canada indicated that the key worries of business owners were working capital cash flow. (Also referenced were ‘ regulatory issues and competition’)

So you have assets… but can those assets generate cash flow by banks or other alternate sources.

For working capital purposes it’s all about ‘ current assets ‘ which include typically receivables and inventory. As you invest in those two assets to generate sales your working capital needs go up, and your ability to manage and turn …

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Finance

Capital Finance, The Solution to Go When you Want Funding

- by Teresa Wilson
Capital Finance, The Solution to Go When you Want Funding
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At one particular point or a further, many people today need funding to begin up a business enterprise or project or perhaps to purchase an asset. However, most of the times they usually do not possess the required capital to perform so. Sourcing for sources may be nerve racking and hectic. It is best to not give up even though there are plenty of sources of capital out there in the event you do some analysis. If you want to achieve economic freedom you could must take some dangers however they really should be calculated. You should always look at your finances before you venture out to appear for option implies of funding.

On the other hand, when you don’t have a large amount of money saved, you could must borrow. Several individuals method banks and other lending institutions when they need capital finance. You are going to …

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