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Caleb Naysmith
Sep 25, 20233 min read
Hubtas Review 2023: The Industry's Most Advanced Equity Crowdfunding Tools
Hubtas has been making a name for itself in the equity crowdfunding world recently and for good reasons. The tool is one that I use...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 9, 20235 min read
Thinking About Investing In Aries, The All-In-One Client Focused Trading and Investment Platform?
Aries launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine and quickly raised over $350,000. This comprehensive investors guide and...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 8, 20235 min read
Top 10 Good Startup Ideas for Entrepreneurs and Investors (2023)
Starting a business is an exhilarating journey full of potential and promise. With the right concept in hand, you can carve a niche in...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 8, 20235 min read
What Is Y Combinator? Comprehensive Guide & Review
When it comes to startup accelerators, few have the reputation and impact of Y Combinator. This comprehensive guide breaks down what Y...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 7, 20234 min read
Thinking About Investing in ACME AtronOmatic on StartEngine?
ACME AtronOmatic, the company behind the popular MyRadar app, launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine. The company...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 7, 20235 min read
Understanding Venture Capital: Definition, Examples, and How It Compares to Other Types of Funding
Venture capital (VC) is a form of private equity financing where investors provide funds to startups and small businesses with long-term...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 5, 20236 min read
What Is a Startup Accelerator? Comprehensive Guide, Examples and How They Work
In the ever-evolving landscape of startups, the term "accelerator" has garnered significant attention. Not to be confused with...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 31, 20236 min read
Startup Exits & IPOs: How Long Before A Startup Exits or Goes Public?
On average, it takes a startup ten years from founding to scale to the startup being ready for an IPO or exit. Some venture-backed...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 29, 20235 min read
Business Plan: What Is It, What To Know and How To Build One
A business plan is a detailed roadmap for your venture, outlining objectives, strategies, and financial projections. It serves as a guide...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 29, 20234 min read
Is Wefunder a Scam? A Comprehensive Breakdown
Wefunder pioneered the U.S. equity crowdfunding market and a great diversification option for any portfolio. The world of equity...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 27, 20233 min read
Is StartEngine a Scam? A Comprehensive Examination
Many upset investors call StartEngine a scam, but is it actually? No, StartEngine is not a scam. The platform is regulated, completely...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 26, 20234 min read
When Will I See a Return on My StartEngine and Wefunder Investments?
StartEngine and Wefunder can be an incredibly lucrative diversification option if done correctly. But equity crowdfunding investments...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 24, 20234 min read
The 5 Stages Of Venture Capital And Startup Funding
There are typically at least five stages of any venture-backed startup, but there can be as many as 10 or more depending on the startup....
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 22, 20236 min read
How To Invest In Startups 2023 Comprehensive Guide
One of the easiest, best, and most accessible ways for anyone to invest in startups is through equity crowdfunding sites. Investing in...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 21, 20234 min read
Thinking About Investing In Robot Cache, A Top PC Game Distribution & Re-sell Platform?
In a significant move for the gaming industry, Robot Cache has recently announced its launch on the popular investment platform...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 13, 20232 min read
Thinking About Investing In BIB Technologies, The Future of Sustainable Mobile Stores?
Everything you need to know about investing in BIB Technologies on StartEngine. The retail industry is about to witness a paradigm shift,...
Caleb Naysmith
Jul 28, 20233 min read
Community Round Explained: A Comprehensive Guide
The 'Equity Crowdfunding' industry first went live in 2016 following the implementation of the JOBS Act. But crowdfunding is typically...
Caleb Naysmith
Jul 10, 20231 min read
StartEngine Marketplace: New Service Lets Investors Trade Shares in Equity Crowdfunding Startups
One of the most commonly asked questions in equity crowdfunding is "How do I sell my shares?" This is likely, in part, due to the...
Caleb Naysmith
Jun 21, 20232 min read
What Is The Difference Between Equity Crowdfunding And Normal Crowdfunding?
Equity crowdfunding has been somewhat burdened by its name. Crowdfunding is typically associated with pre-ordering a product to get to...
Caleb Naysmith
Jun 21, 20236 min read
What Is Equity Crowdfunding? Everything You Need To Know
The JOBS Act was a law passed in 2012 that went into effect in 2016 effectively creating the industry commonly known as equity...
Latest Deal Reports
Thinking About Investing In Holly, The Startup Democratizing Hollywood?
Investing in Holly is about delivering a disruptive solution to an age-old problem: Hollywood’s greed and corruption. For too long, the...
Thinking About Investing In AtomBeam, The Startup Creating Hyper Efficient Machine Communication?
In a world where data is the new gold, managing and transmitting this invaluable resource efficiently is critical. AtomBeam Technologies,...
Thinking About Investing In Aries, The All-In-One Client Focused Trading and Investment Platform?
Aries launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine and quickly raised over $350,000. This comprehensive investors guide and...
Thinking About Investing in ACME AtronOmatic on StartEngine?
ACME AtronOmatic, the company behind the popular MyRadar app, launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine. The company...
Thinking About Investing In Apis Cor, The Innovative 3D Printing Housing Construction Startup?
In an ambitious step towards revolutionizing the global construction sector, Apis Cor is offering investors a chance to own a stake in...
Thinking About Investing in R3 Printing, The High-Performance 3D Printer Startup?
In this comprehensive breakdown, we provide an overview of R3 printing while breaking down it's strengths and weaknesses from an...
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