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What Makes a Good Business Plan?

The way most businesses are initially funded is by the three Fs. That is, by "friends, family, and fools." After all, who else would provide the initial seed capital to start a new enterprise? But self-funding (or relying on friends and families) will only take you so far in building out your new business.

Dan DeWolf 1/12/16 Dan DeWolf 1/12/16

IRS Tax Section 1202: Excluding Your Gains on Small Business Investments

By Dan DeWolf and Rachel Gholston

2016 promises to be another very good year to invest in start-ups because of the extension of significant tax breaks for investors who invest in early stage companies. Investors who invest in small businesses can realize exclusions on capital gains if they choose the right type of company.

Dan DeWolf 1/7/16 Dan DeWolf 1/7/16

Why Does a Company Issue Stock Options?

By Dan DeWolf

One of the critical keys to a successful venture is aligning the interests of the employees and management with the interests of the shareholders/investors. After all, perhaps the greatest asset of a company is its people. Without a competent and motivated workforce, a venture is unlikely to succeed no matter how great an idea or business concept is involved.