by Global Capital Network | Jun 19, 2025 | Fundraising Models
What is Equity Crowdfunding? Equity crowdfunding lets startups raise funds from the general public (non-accredited investors) via online platforms like: StartEngine Wefunder Republic Investors receive actual equity, not just perks (as with rewards-based crowdfunding...
by Global Capital Network | Jun 18, 2025 | Fundraising Strategy
What Is Pre-Money Valuation? Pre-money valuation is the value of your company before new money is added. Example: Pre-money: $4M Investment: $1M Post-money: $4M + $1M = $5M The investor owns:$1M / $5M = 20% What Is Post-Money Valuation? Post-money valuation is your...
by Global Capital Network | Jun 17, 2025 | Startup Fundraising
📘 How Startups Can Leverage Crowdfunding Without Diluting Too Much Equity Crowdfunding has become a transformative tool for startups looking to raise early-stage capital. But for many founders, the concern is real: “How do I raise money without giving away the...
by Global Capital Network | Jun 17, 2025 | Investor Relations
🔮 The Future of Angel Investing — Trends to Watch in 2025 Angel investing has evolved rapidly in the past decade, and 2025 is set to redefine how individual investors back early-stage ventures. With shifts in technology, regulation, and social priorities, savvy...
by Global Capital Network | Jun 16, 2025 | Startup Capital & Compliance
When raising money, issuing stock, or selling a company—your cap table becomes the single source of truth. Yet many founders don’t fully understand its importance until a deal is on the line. A cap table, short for capitalization table, is more than just a...
