Description
Learn how to structure short-term and long-term financing for small- to medium-sized businesses. Whether you advise businesses seeking financing or venture capital firms that provide it, this resource will ensure that you negotiate and draft deals that satisfy the requirements of both sides. The text provides a cost-benefit analysis of financing strategies such as equipment leasing, employee equity incentive plans, and R&D programs, plus a state-by-state summary of financing programs such as SBA assistance and SBICs. This reference also includes tested, practical advice that will alert you to any potential problems ahead of time.
Features
- Covers tax and securities law issues
- Presents choice of business entity
- Useful forms such as preferred stock and anti-dilution provisions to underwriting agreements and letters of intent