If you're on the venture capital trail there's no doubt you've heard the term that usually shuts most fund raising efforts down before they can actually begin, that term being 'due diligence'. When an investor of venture capital firm expresses interest in funding your project, the next thing that happens after intent contracts are submitted is the dreaded due diligence process. A cloud of confusion usually hangs over the minds of those about to go through this procedure but if you are informed and prepared this process can go from being a migraine inducing nightmare to a confidence booster no brainer that starts a bidding war between investors.

The reality of investor due diligence in the new millennium begins with a solid online investigation using the most desirable search engine, Google. The objective for the entrepreneur is to create a powerful and authoritative online presents with all the bells and whistles an investor is seeking in a well pedigreed executive staff that is asking for millions of dollars in investment capital. Your plan must be well diversified through various online media genres such as video marketing, how to videos, article submission and press releases with content focused on the cutting edge and leadership role your company plays in your industry niche.

In addition to filling your own blogs with new, viable content on a daily basis, you should make it a habit to blog on other industry specific blogs as you lead the investors back to your site with your blog signature. Don't forget about the power of audio and video Pod-casting. Let the investors hear your voice, then them feel the powerful conviction and intonation in the keywords as you hypnotize them and place them under your spell. There are products on the market that cater to plastering the internet with your message with a strong focus on company branding and mass media marketing and publicity.

The most cutting edge product that seems to do the job every time is Mass Media Explosion. Which is an easy to follow, do it yourself marketing tool that creates a candy trail for investors to follow. If you pay attention to the branding aspects of your company with a strong and authoritative position on the internet, due diligence will be as easy as taking a nap!

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A "Money Finder" is an individual or company who, for a fee, finds willing investors interested to invest in growing companies. The Finder formally links the Investors and Entrepreneurs with the purpose of creating a mutually beneficial financial arrangement.

Terms

Some terms used here may be unfamiliar. "Intermediary" and "Money Broker", as used here, are other terms with the same meaning as "Finder. " "Entrepreneur" is an individual who seeks and assumes the risk of business growth, usually through direct ownership and management. "Angel Investor" is an individual with high net worth willing to take the risk of lending money to an Entrepreneur.

How does a Finder find willing Investors?

Finders spend many years building a reliable network of investors. The network is built through business contacts, successful business deals, and the personal reputation of the Finder. The Finder's network is the heart and foundation of his own entrepreneurial business.

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There are many types of Investors, including Institutional Investors, individual or Angel Investors, Venture Capital firm and Private Equity groups. New Investors are added to the Finder's network on a regular basis, but not without considerable scrutiny, thought and analysis.

How does a Finder find worthy Entrepreneurs?

Several entrepreneurial businesses are ready and worthy of funding, but not all need the services of a Finder. Usually businesses using a Finder 1) need at least $1 million, 2) have a strong management team, 3) have a proven track record of growth and potential to continue, and 4) has the ability to generate revenue. Therefore, the Finder usually asks potential clients for information and documentation about their businesses. These include biographies and resumes of the management team, business plans, and financial statements. The Finder evaluates and analyzes the information to propose the best solution for the client.

How are Finders paid?

Finder's fees are based on the amount of capital received. Usually, the fees are paid in cash or company stock or a combination. In general, the Finders fees are 5 – 10 percent of the amount of capital received with the higher percentage paid for smaller amounts raised. The Finder's fees are often negotiable and always agreed upon before any services are provided.

Does a Finder need to be licensed?

The SEC, which regulates money-raising activities, sees a Finder as someone who's acting as a promoter of the sale of securities and thus is required to have a Broker Dealer license. Ben Hendricks from Annacore Business Capital, LLC says" If they don't have the proper license, then (a) they are acting illegally and (b) any contract they sign with you is unenforceable, and therefore any portion of their fee that's based on a percentage of the money raised is not collectible"

If you are an Entrepreneur looking for capital, take the time to ask the right questions before you hire any Finder.

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Access to finance is fundamental to business development. It underwrites innovation; take up of technology and exploration of new ideas. In Australia however, the Banks are generally too scared to lend to small to medium sized businesses.

The capital, or currency, of an individual is the cash they have in their wallet or purse, or as cash in the bank. However, an individual cannot print their own currency that would be counterfeiting which carries heavy penalties.

The capital (or currency) of a business enterprise however can be ordinary shares, redeemable preference shares, promissory notes, options etc. In contrast to an individual, a business or enterprise can print its own currency as legal tender, in the form of securities (shares, options debentures etc. )

A business can then use these securities as a type of "currency" to be swapped for cash, goods or services. As well as swapping shares for cash, an SME can also use its shares as a type of negotiable security or 'bid currency' for mergers, acquisitions or takeovers, unlike borrowing from a Bank, equity capital is contributed in return for a share of ownership. It is not repayable, demands no provision of security (other than issued shares) and bears no interest. The Australian Small Scale Offerings Board plays an important (and not insignificant) role in capital raising for SME's.

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