In General

• Debt vs. Equity - Advantages and Disadvantages Compares the merits of financing a business by borrowing money versus selling interests in the company. (FindLaw)
• Did You Know...? Facts About Blue Sky Laws Offers a brief discussion of state securities laws. (FindLaw)
• Do's and Don'ts - Insider Trading Offers tips on how to prevent insider trading. (FindLaw)
• Glossary - Basic Terms for Shareholders and Investors Defines common investment terms. (FindLaw)
• Loans and Equity Investments Compared How to choose between getting a loan or selling part of your business to an equity investor. (Nolo Press)
• Raising Money Through Equity Investments Bringing investors into your business gets you more than just money -- you get new co-owners, too. (Nolo Press)
• Ten Sources of Information - Investment Banking Firms Lists contacts for information about investment banking firms. (FindLaw)
• Ten Things to Think About - Financing Resources Provides an overview of ten potential sources of debt financing. (FindLaw)

Initial Public Offerings

• Chronology - The Process of Going Public Provides an overview of the steps needed to take a company public. (FindLaw)
• Glossary - Terms Associated with Going Public Defines common terms associated with IPOs. (FindLaw)
• Markets and Listing Requirements Provides an overview of NASDAQ, NASDAQ SmallCap, NYSE and AMEX listing requirements. (FindLaw)
• Members of the "Going Public" Team Covers the role of company executives, lawyers, investment banks, and accountants. (FindLaw)
• Pros and Cons - Going Public Lists pros and cons to consider when deciding whether or not to sell shares to the public. (FindLaw)
• Ten Things to Think About Before Making an Initial Public Offering Lists issues to consider before making an initial public offering. (FindLaw)
• Top 10 Reasons You May Need to Contact an Attorney Concerning an IPO Lists services that an attorney can provide a company preparing for an IPO. (FindLaw)

Small Business Loans

• Applying for a Loan - Financial Documents to Give Your Lender Explains the different types of documents a lender may require for a business loan application. (FindLaw)
• Do's and Don'ts - Applying for a Loan Offers tips on how to apply for a loan. (FindLaw)
• Getting a Business Loan: Getting the Lender to Say "Yes" When trying to get a business loan, it helps to view things from the lender's perspective. (Nolo Press)
• Glossary - Typical Loan Documents and Terms Defines common terms used for business loans. (FindLaw)
• Understanding Promissory Notes Whether take out a loan from a bank or borrow money from someone you know, you should sign a promissory note. (Nolo Press)
• Ten Things to Think About - Your Bank Loan Lists issues to consider when seeking a bank loan. (FindLaw)
• The Lowdown on Business Loans If you're seeking a loan for your business, make sure you understand the basics. (Nolo Press)