Private Equity vs Venture Capital — What’s The Difference?by The Startups TeamIn this article, we take a closer look at how venture capital and private equity work, before diving into some of the reasons why we might confuse the two.Continue
How To Secure Grants To Start A Businessby The Startups TeamHere’s an overview of how you can secure grants to start to business, as well as a few types of grants for starting a business.Continue
Types of Small Business Grantsby The Startups TeamAlthough they may take a lot of time and effort to get, small business grants can really boost a startup if they qualify. Here are the 5 main types of grants available to small businesses and startups.Continue
Business Grants for Women: What You Need to Knowby The Startups TeamWe've compiled all the information women need to find business grants. From federal government grants to grant databases — as well as grants awarded specifically to women-owned businesses by private organizations.Continue
Business Grants for Veterans: What You Need to Knowby The Startups TeamWe've compiled all the information veterans need to find business grants ranging from federal government grants to state-level small business grants, as well as resources for private funding specific to current and former service members.Continue
Federal Government Grants for Small Business: What You Need to Knowby The Startups TeamWe've compiled all the information startups need to find grants from the federal government including: R&D grants, helpful links to the Grants.gov database, as well as resources for state-level small business grants.Continue
Venture Capital: What It Is & Why Use Itby The Startups TeamA comprehensive overview of venture capital, what it is, why startups may use it, how it works, as well as how to get it, and what types of VC are typically available to startups.Continue
How To Apply For A Small Business Loanby The Startups TeamSmall business loans are a more traditional way of getting financing for your startup idea. Learn how to apply for small business loans with this step-by-step guide. Continue
Convertible Notes (aka Convertible Debt): The Complete Guideby Emma McGowanLearn everything about convertible notes and debt including key parameters such as discount rates, valuation caps, as well as advantages, disadvantages, how they compare to SAFE and equity options, and more.Continue
How Early Stage Startups Assign Employee Startup Stock Optionsby Emma McGowanSo you’ve heard about “employee stock options,” but you have no idea where to start. Check out this startup stock options 101 primer to get you going.Continue