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Why Is Debt a Bad Thing?
Learn the reasons why investors could hold some debt against you and what you can do to keep monies owed from hurting your business.

When Not to Take the Money
There are times where accepting funding just isn't the right move to make. Learn how to recognize and avoid this situation to save your business from making a big mistake.

What to Know Before You Try to Raise Capital
Don't meet with potential investors until you've taken these five important steps.

The Big Guns
Getting corporate investors on your side can certainly boost your business. Learn how corporate VCs think-and how to set your sights on landing one.

Dividing Equity Between Founders and Investors
How to figure out who gets what percentage of the business when investors come on board

Institutional Venture Capital
If your company has potential for rapid growth, institutional venture capital could be for you.

Not So Fast!
Seeking an investor? Slow down and take five steps to protect your company from making a bad choice.

Bonus Round
Taking on some venture debt after a round of VC can give you more bang for your buck.

Tell Me No Secrets
You may be turning VCs off if you're asking them to sign a nondisclosure agreement.

No Mercy
Are VCs sucking the life out of your business? Maybe you're better off without them.

Been There, Done That
Growing an entrepreneurial empire? Turn to the big names in business if you need help.

Can Startups Get Venture Capital?
VC money for startups is scarce, but here's one group that hopes to change that.

Answering the Call
Trust corporations to know when the VC game is ready for new players.

What Investors Really Want
Forget what you think you know about getting start-up or expansion capital. Here's what investors are looking for.

Worth the Price You Pay?
If your search for venture capital feels like it's getting out of hand, maybe you don't need their money after all.

Pass the Investor Screen Test
Want investors to check out your plan? Have it hand-delivered by someone who matters.

Supersize It
Not all big corporations are out to get you—some want to help.

Reality Check
If you're looking for venture capital funding, you'll need more than just a new idea to get it.

Going Once, Going Twice
Sold! Whether you're buying or selling stock, the IPO auction may be the best way for you to get a fair deal.

Give A Little, Get A Little
In some cases, you might even get a lot--if you let investors in on everything you're doing.

Many Happy Returns
How to make investors an offer they can't refuse

Selling Your Idea
Don't go into an investor presentation unprepared.

Enticing Investors
Early-stage investors need to know how they'll get a return on their investment in your company, and IPOs aren't the answer.

Your Feature Presentation
Be a star when you audition in front of investors for a role in their venture-capital portfolios.

Dollars For Diversity
Are you a minority? Have we got some venture capital for you.

Venture Capitalists See Potential in Green Businesses
VC firms across the country are seeing green in the growing number of environmentally friendly products and companies.

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